Trending Now - Stefon Diggs Faces Jury Selection in Assault Case Trial

WHO:

Boston.com - Mila Adams described her relationship with Stefon Diggs as "complicated" during her testimony in the trial.

Heavy NFL - Mila Adams, the woman accusing Stefon Diggs of assault, took the stand in his criminal trial.

Sportskeeda - Stefon Diggs, a wide receiver, is involved in legal proceedings.

Boston.com - Diggs is identified as a former Patriots receiver.

Heavy NFL - Diggs is referred to as a former New England Patriots wide receiver.

WHAT:

NBC Sports - The trial against Stefon Diggs is expected to last several days as it continues following the first day of jury selection and testimony.

AP News - Adams testified that during the alleged assault, she struggled to breathe as Diggs wrapped his arm around her neck and choked her.

AP News - Adams stated, “When I went up to block him, he took his arms and came around my neck and he began to choke me,” during her testimony.

AP News - Kettlewell claimed that Adams sought money from Diggs a day after charges were filed, starting at $19,000 and increasing over time to “quite a bit more.”

AP News - Kettlewell urged the jury not to be influenced by Diggs' fame, stating, “Just like any other person in this country, rich or poor, Mr. Diggs sits here an innocent man.”

NBC Sports - The trial against Stefon Diggs will resume on Tuesday morning after the first day included jury selection, opening statements, and testimony from the alleged victim, Mila Adams.

AP News - Adams testified that during the alleged assault, she urinated, adding a specific detail to her account of the incident.

AP News - Kettlewell claimed that there were no medical records detailing the assault.

AP News - Adams confirmed that there were no photos or video of the assault, and Kettlewell presented video evidence of her smiling and dancing shortly after the incident.

NBC Sports - The first day of the trial ended during her cross-examination by Diggs’s lawyers.

NBC Sports - The case will resume on Tuesday morning.

NBC Sports - The trial against Stefon Diggs will continue on Tuesday morning after the first day included jury selection, opening statements, and testimony from the alleged victim, Mila Adams.

AP News - Adams testified that during the alleged assault, she urinated, adding a specific detail to her account of the incident.

AP News - The defense attorney, Andrew Kettlewell, stated that no one in the house at the time of the alleged attack saw or heard anything out of the ordinary.

AP News - Kettlewell claimed that there were no medical records detailing the assault.

AP News - Adams confirmed that there were no photos or video of the assault, and Kettlewell presented video evidence of her smiling and dancing shortly after the incident.

AP News - Jamila Adams, who goes by Mila, testified that Diggs "smacked me with an open hand" and "wrapped his arm around my neck and choked me," during a dispute at his home.

AP News - Adams described the alleged attack as occurring hours after a series of angry texts regarding her being left off a trip to Miami.

AP News - Adams stated, “I was in shock,” explaining her emotional state after the incident.

AP News - Defense attorney Andrew Kettlewell claimed that Adams sought money from Diggs a day after charges were filed, starting at $19,000 and increasing over time.

AP News - Kettlewell urged the jury not to be influenced by Diggs' fame, stating, “Just like any other person in this country, rich or poor, Mr. Diggs sits here an innocent man.”

Heavy NFL - The first day of the assault trial included jury selection, opening statements, and testimony from the accuser, who described a sexual relationship with Diggs.

Boston.com - Diggs pleaded not guilty in February to a felony strangulation charge and a misdemeanor assault and battery charge stemming from the alleged dispute with his former private chef.

Heavy NFL - The trial is officially underway, with jury selection beginning.

TMZ - The trial is expected to last several days as jury selection has begun.

Heavy NFL - The trial is expected to last several days as jury selection has begun.

Sportskeeda - Jury selection is scheduled to begin in Diggs' assault and strangulation case.

Boston.com - Diggs pleaded not guilty to a felony strangulation charge and a misdemeanor assault and battery charge.

Heavy NFL - The assault trial is officially underway, with jury selection beginning.

WHERE:

Sportskeeda - The jury selection is set to take place in Massachusetts.

Heavy NFL - Diggs arrived at a courthouse in Dedham, Massachusetts.

WHEN:

Sportskeeda - Jury selection is scheduled to begin on Monday.

Heavy NFL - The incident related to the trial allegedly occurred in December 2025.

WHY:

Boston.com - The charges stem from an alleged dispute with Diggs' former private chef.

HOW:

NBC Sports - The defense presented video evidence of Adams smiling and dancing shortly after the alleged assault to challenge her credibility.

NBC Sports - Adams completed her direct examination on the first day of the trial, which ended during her cross-examination by Diggs’s lawyers.

NBC Sports - The opening statements were short and not particularly memorable. The prosecution claims that Diggs assaulted and strangled Adams. Diggs’s lawyers contend it did not happen.

NBC Sports - The questions on cross-examination at times seemed to be all over the place. The goal should be to make various finite points through a series of specific questions that prove each one.

NBC Sports - Adams completed her direct examination on the first day of the trial, which ended during her cross-examination by Diggs’s lawyers.

AP News - The defense challenged Adams' credibility by presenting video evidence of her smiling and dancing shortly after the alleged assault.

Heavy NFL - The defense presented sharply different accounts during the trial, which are expected to define the case.

TMZ - Stefon Diggs has yet to find a new NFL home, but he'll take up temporary residence at a Massachusetts courthouse for the next few days.

TMZ - Stefon Diggs arrived in court dressed in a suit for the trial proceedings.

TMZ - Diggs arrived in court dressed in a suit for the trial proceedings.

(UPDATED May 5, 2026 15:34 UTC)

The trial against Stefon Diggs is expected to last several days as it continues following the first day of jury selection and testimony. During her testimony, Adams described a harrowing encounter, stating, “When I went up to block him, he took his arms and came around my neck and he began to choke me,” while the defense countered with video evidence showing her smiling and dancing shortly after the alleged assault. Kettlewell, representing Diggs, urged the jury not to be swayed by the athlete's fame, asserting, “Just like any other person in this country, rich or poor, Mr. Diggs sits here an innocent man.”

(UPDATED May 5, 2026 13:23 UTC)

The trial against Stefon Diggs will resume on Tuesday morning after the first day included jury selection, opening statements, and testimony from the alleged victim, Mila Adams. During her testimony, Adams detailed the incident, stating that she urinated, while also confirming there were no medical records, photos, or video of the assault, despite Kettlewell presenting video evidence of her smiling and dancing shortly after. The first day concluded during her cross-examination by Diggs’s lawyers, who argue that the alleged assault did not occur.

(UPDATED May 5, 2026 09:35 UTC)

The trial against Stefon Diggs will continue on Tuesday morning after a first day that included jury selection, opening statements, and testimony from the alleged victim, Mila Adams. During her testimony, Adams provided a specific detail about the incident, stating that she urinated, while defense attorney Andrew Kettlewell argued that no one present at the time witnessed anything unusual and that there were no medical records to support the claims. Adams also confirmed that there were no photos or videos of the alleged assault, and Kettlewell presented video evidence of her smiling and dancing shortly after the incident.

(UPDATED May 5, 2026 05:54 UTC)

Jamila Adams, who goes by Mila, testified that during a dispute at his home, Diggs "smacked me with an open hand" and "wrapped his arm around my neck and choked me," following a series of angry texts about her being left off a trip to Miami. In response, defense attorney Andrew Kettlewell argued that Adams sought money from Diggs shortly after charges were filed, starting at $19,000 and increasing over time, while also urging the jury to view Diggs as an innocent man, regardless of his fame. The defense further challenged Adams' credibility by presenting video evidence of her smiling and dancing shortly after the alleged assault.

(UPDATED May 5, 2026 01:27 UTC)

Today marked the first day of the assault trial involving NFL player Stefon Diggs, featuring jury selection, opening statements, and testimony from the accuser, who detailed a sexual relationship with him. The defense presented sharply contrasting accounts during the proceedings, which are anticipated to play a crucial role in shaping the case. As the trial unfolds, all eyes will be on how these differing narratives are received by the jury.

(UPDATED May 4, 2026 23:17 UTC)

Stefon Diggs has begun his trial, with jury selection officially underway after he pleaded not guilty in February to a felony strangulation charge and a misdemeanor assault and battery charge related to an alleged dispute with his former private chef. While he has yet to find a new NFL team, Diggs will be spending the next few days at a Massachusetts courthouse as the legal proceedings unfold. The situation marks a significant moment in his career as he navigates these serious charges.

(UPDATED May 4, 2026 21:18 UTC)

Mila Adams described her relationship with Stefon Diggs as "complicated" during her testimony in the ongoing trial, which is expected to last several days. Jury selection has officially begun, with the process scheduled to continue on Monday. As the trial unfolds, both sides will present their cases in the coming days.

(UPDATED May 4, 2026 19:21 UTC)

Mila Adams, the woman accusing Stefon Diggs of assault, took the stand in his criminal trial, which is expected to last several days as jury selection has begun. Stefon Diggs arrived in court dressed in a suit for the trial proceedings. This high-profile case is drawing significant attention as it unfolds.

(UPDATED May 4, 2026 17:24 UTC)

Stefon Diggs, a wide receiver previously with the New England Patriots, is facing legal proceedings as jury selection for his assault and strangulation case is set to begin on Monday in Dedham, Massachusetts. Diggs has pleaded not guilty to a felony strangulation charge and a misdemeanor assault and battery charge, stemming from an alleged dispute with his former private chef that reportedly took place in December 2025. Arriving at the courthouse dressed in a suit, Diggs is now officially in the midst of his trial.