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Stefon Diggs Acquitted of Assault Charges Against Private Chef

May 6, 2026

Summary

Former Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs was found not guilty of assaulting his private chef, concluding a case marked by conflicting accounts. Diggs had faced charges of assault and strangulation.

How coverage differs

  • Center: Stefon Diggs found not guilty, concluding assault case Center outlets factually report that Stefon Diggs was found not guilty of assaulting his private chef, detailing the specific charges of assault and strangulation and the court's verdict, presenting the outcome directly.
  • Right: Stefon Diggs cleared: Justice prevails against dubious assault claims Right-leaning outlets prominently report Stefon Diggs' 'not guilty' verdict for assault and strangulation charges against his private chef, highlighting the legal outcome without extensive commentary on the conflicting accounts.

Coverage by lane

Center

  • Former Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs is found not guilty of assaulting his private chef - AP News
  • Former Patriots Receiver Stefon Diggs Is Found Not Guilty Of Assaulting His Private Chef - HuffPost

Right

  • Former Patriots star Stefon Diggs found not guilty of assaulting his private chef

Far right

  • Former Patriots Wide Receiver Stefon Diggs Found Not Guilty for Assault, Strangulation Against Private Chef

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