Former Viking star Stefon Diggs charged with strangulation and other criminal charges
New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs (8) gets tackled by New York Jets cornerback Qwan’Tez Stiggers (37) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025 in New York. The Patriots won 42-10.
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BOSTON (AP) — Authorities say New England Patriots star wide receiver Stefon Diggs is facing strangulation and other criminal charges related to an incident earlier this month.
News of the charges emerged after a court hearing Tuesday in Dedham, Massachusetts. It is unclear what led to the charges. It is unclear what led to the charges.
Diggs’ lawyer said in an emailed statement that Diggs “categorically denies these allegations.”
The New England Patroits released a statement on the arrest saying, “The New England Patriots are aware of the accusations that have been made regarding Stefon Diggs. Stefon has informed the organization that he categorically denies the allegations. We support Stefon. We will continue to gather information and will cooperate fully with the appropriate authorities and the NFL as necessary. Out of respect for all parties involved, and given that this is an ongoing legal matter, we will have no further comment at this time.”
Diggs played on the Minnesota Vikings from 2015 thorough the 2019 season when he was traded to the Buffalo Bills.
Since then he has played for the Houston Texans and now the New England Patriots.
Diggs tallied 4623 receiving yards and caught 30 touchdowns during his time in Minnesota.
