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New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs was recently charged with assault. His former chef accused him of becoming violent with her over a pay dispute. While NFL players can face suspension over felony charges or crimes of violence, Diggs is still able to play. The Patriots have said that they are continuing to support Diggs ahead of his arraignment.

The New England Patriots stand behind Stefon Diggs

Diggs currently faces felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery charges following an alleged altercation with his former chef.

“She alleges that the male then smacked her across the face,” reads the police report, per Boston 25 News. “She said that she tried to push him away. The male then tried to choke her using the crook of his elbow around her neck. She said that he was behind her with his arm wrapped around her. She said that she did feel like she had trouble breathing and that she felt like she could have blacked out.”

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Diggs has denied the allegations against him. He is continuing to play for the Patriots, and the organization has stood behind him.

“The New England Patriots are aware of the accusations that have been made regarding Stefon Diggs,” they said in a statement. “Stefon has informed the organization that he categorically denies the allegations. We support Stefon. We will continue to gather information and will cooperate fully with the appropriate authorities and the NFL as necessary. Out of respect for all parties involved, and given that this is an ongoing legal matter, we will have no further comment at this time.”

Diggs arraignment will now take place on Feb. 13, meaning that he will be able to continue playing with the team if they make it to the Super Bowl.

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