STEFON DIGGS ARRAIGNMENT SET FOR FEBRUARY 13, 2026, AFTER SUPER BOWL LX LOSS

🚨 NFL STAR FACES FELONY AND MISDEMEANOR CHARGES: New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is scheduled for arraignment on Friday, February 13, 2026, in Dedham District Court, Massachusetts. This comes just days after the Patriots’ 29-13 defeat to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026.

THE ALLEGED INCIDENT AND CHARGES

The case stems from an incident on December 2, 2025, at Stefon Diggs’ home in Dedham, Massachusetts. According to police reports and court documents, Diggs was involved in an argument with his personal chef over payment for services, which allegedly escalated into physical confrontation. The chef claims that Diggs struck her and choked her by using his elbow around her neck, causing breathing difficulties and a near blackout. The chef reportedly had redness on her chest, though there are no photos to provide further evidence of the injury.

The charges include felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery. The dispute is believed to have been related to a financial disagreement regarding pay for the chef’s services throughout the season.

DIGGS’ DENIAL AND LEGAL TEAM CHANGES

Stefon Diggs, now 32 years old, has denied the allegations through his previous attorneys, who described the incident as a “financial dispute” that “did not occur.” However, Diggs’ legal representation has shifted in recent days. On February 12, 2026, his former lawyers, David E. Meier and Michael R. DiStefano, withdrew from the case. He has since hired Sara Silva as his new attorney, signaling a potential shift in his defense strategy. It has also been reported that efforts were underway to reach a financial settlement with the accuser, although no official settlement has been reached at the time of this update.

COURT TIMELINE AND IMPACT ON SEASON

The original arraignment was set for January 23, 2026, but was postponed at the defense’s request to avoid clashing with the Patriots’ playoff run and Super Bowl preparations. This delay allowed Diggs to play through the postseason without immediate court interference, although the legal case loomed in the background throughout the team’s journey to the Super Bowl.

ADDITIONAL CONTEXT AND SURROUNDING ISSUES

This case was not the only legal matter involving Patriots players during the season. Christian Barmore, another Patriots player, faced unrelated misdemeanor domestic assault charges from an incident in August 2025. His arraignment was postponed to March 2026, adding further concern for the team. Additionally, Diggs is also embroiled in a civil defamation lawsuit filed in Florida in February 2026 over a separate dispute involving a 2024 Ferrari and alleged assault.

Despite these off-field issues, no NFL disciplinary actions have been reported against Diggs at this time, and he remains eligible to play for the Patriots under his contract, which runs through 2027. After the Super Bowl loss, Diggs expressed his desire to stay with the Patriots, but his legal matters could complicate his future with the team, especially given the potential salary and cap implications tied to his contract.

ARRAIGNMENT AND NEXT STEPS

During his arraignment on February 13, 2026, Stefon Diggs will formally hear the charges against him and will likely enter a not guilty plea, based on previous statements. The hearing will also address his bail and release conditions, though further details on the timeline for a potential trial or plea deal are not yet clear.

As the case progresses, Patriots fans and NFL followers will be watching closely to see how Stefon Diggs’ legal troubles unfold and whether they impact his career or the Patriots’ plans moving forward.