Stefon Diggs 2nd Day on Trial Was An Even BIGGER Success Than Day 1
In the world of Criminal Justice, the burden of proof is extremely high for a guilty conviction. The prosecution needs to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant is guilty. That’s why a jury has to be unanimous in order for there to be a conviction. Hence the reason you’re more likely to get away with a crime than to go away for something you didn’t do. (Though, rare instances like Rubin “Hurricane” Carter do exist)
Stefon Diggs is looking at not only being found not guilty in the court of law, but INNOCENT in the court of public opinion - which is significant for a free agent Wide Receiver still looking for a team ahead of the ‘26 season.
On Monday Diggs’ former Private Chef, Mila Adams took the stand and testified that the former Patriots’ Wide Receiver strangled her and had neglected to pay owed wages. Adams’ story fell apart on the stand through both Direct and Cross-Examinations.
“The story you just told to this jury under oath was very different from the one you told to Officer Ellis (Who took the police report), would you agree with me?” Diggs’ Attorney asked. “Yes” Adams replied.
Adams testified that she and Diggs were arguing about her being uninvited to attend Art Basel with Cardi B and others. The police report she filed in December, however, alleged the disagreement was over wages owed.
The cross-examination also led to inconsistencies with injuries she reported on the police report, and her actions in New York the day after the alleged incident - essentially, photos and videos that lead a reasonable person to see no apparent injuries matching what Adams described. The first day of the trial ended shortly after Adams read texts out loud to the court where she had admitted to Diggs that she understood he had paid everything he owed.
The second day of the trial was even more fruitful for Diggs. Adams was warned by the judge that if she had any more outbursts, her entire testimony could be thrown away. Adams was dismissed after declining to answer questions about an alleged attempt from her attorney to collect $5.5 Million from Diggs. Even District Attorney Drew Virtue conceded in his closing argument that Adams was a difficult witness. “Was Ms. Adams a perfect witness?” Virtue started. “No. She was argumentative, avoidant, difficult. But does that mean you should throw away everything she says? No.”
Yeah, that’s a pretty hard sell.
Tuesday also provided a rebuttal witness for Diggs. Jenelle Sales, who serves as Diggs’ Chief of Staff, testified she was in the house on the day of the alleged assault. Sales stated she never heard or saw anything suspicious. No screams. No yelling. Nothing to indicate a fight between Diggs and Adams.
Sales went on to testify that Adams had actually spent a portion of the day collecting signatures on a Birthday Card for Diggs. Something any reasonable person would find strange from someone Diggs allegedly strangled that day.
Diggs’ financial advisor, Melissa Goddard, delivered the final blow, testifying that not only did Diggs not owe wages to Adams, but had accidentally overpaid her by $2500 as a result of Adams submitting the same receipt for reimbursement several times. When Goddard attempted to reach Adams regarding the overpayment, she never heard back from her.
As I’m writing this, the jury is deliberating - which I don’t anticipate taking very long. Here’s where we stand.
Adams claimed Diggs strangled her in a house where two witnesses claim they didn’t hear or see anything suspicious that day. Following the alleged strangulation, Adams collected signatures for a Birthday Card and gave Diggs a Birthday Present.
Adams claimed Diggs owed her wages, despite text messages where she acknowledged he had technically paid everything he owed. Pair that with Diggs’ Financial Advisor’s testimony that Diggs actually overpaid - yeah, Adams claim not only falls short, but potentially opens her up to a lawsuit (Not that I think Diggs will waste his time over $2500).
The only thing Adams really has is accusations that she used to sleep with her boss while he was dating Cardi B and sleeping with other women she knew about (And was friends with). All of which make both Adams and Diggs look bad, but none of which is a crime.
At the end of the day, not only did this trial not convict Diggs, but may have proven his innocence. Something rare in these types of cases and could clear the way for a team to sign him without any PR backlash.
