The trial of former New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs took a dramatic turn in a Massachusetts courtroom today as his former personal chef, Jamila Adams, testified about an alleged assault and the deletion of text messages. Diggs faces charges of assault and felony strangulation brought by Adams.
Testimony Details
Adams testified that Diggs initially contacted her on Instagram about four and a half years ago to cook for him. Their relationship quickly became personal, described by Adams as 'complicated,' starting as a friendship that eventually became sexual. They maintained a situationship for years before Diggs offered her a live-in chef position in February 2025, paying $2,000 per week. She moved into his Dedham home in July.
Escalation and Alleged Assault
By late November, tensions rose when a friend of Diggs' child's mother accused Adams of spreading rumors that Diggs was involved with another staff member named Lindsay. Diggs confronted Adams, leading to a love triangle dynamic under one roof. Adams claimed she was unaware of Lindsay's full role, only that Diggs paid her rent and she worked for him.
Adams testified that she was barred from joining Diggs and his team on a Miami trip due to the Lindsay drama. Upset, especially after coordinating outfits with Diggs' girlfriend Cardi B for Art Basel, she confronted Diggs, leading to an argument that she says turned into a physical assault. She stated she was so scared during the altercation that she wet herself.
Deleted Messages Controversy
Adams admitted on the stand that she deleted some text messages before providing them to police, citing 'fear of how they would be perceived.' The defense has argued that she 'curated' her evidence, a point that may undermine her credibility.
Trial Outlook
Diggs has pleaded not guilty, with his legal team denying any assault or strangulation occurred. The trial is expected to conclude in two to three days, with further developments anticipated.
