Diggs acquitted after two-day trial

What's happened

Jamie Adams, who worked as a live-in chef for Stefon Diggs, has testified that Diggs slapped and choked her in December. A Dedham, Massachusetts jury has acquitted the NFL player on the felony strangulation and related charges after 90 minutes of deliberations.

What's behind the headline?

The case hinges on a single account amid contested credibility and financial tensions

The prosecution has relied on Jamila Adams's testimony describing a slapping and choking incident; defense counters with absence of injuries or medical records and questions over Adams's financial motives.
The verdict underscores how juries weigh dynamic relationships and context when evaluating violence allegations in domestic settings.
Expect continued scrutiny of witness reliability and potential appeals or civil actions related to employment disputes in high-profile cases.

How we got here

The trial centers on an alleged December 2, 2025 incident at Diggs’ Dedham mansion. Adams, who lived with Diggs as a live‑in chef, alleges a confrontation over texts led to physical assault. Defendants’ team argues there is no corroborating evidence and highlights financial disputes and motive. The jury’s verdict follows two days of testimony.

Our analysis

The Independent reports Adams testified that Diggs slapped and choked her; NY Post covers the acquittal and closing arguments; another Independent piece details testimony and defense claims. See: The Independent (6 May 2026), NY Post (5 May 2026).

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