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new england patriots coach microphone Vrabel says Wednesday he did not receive communicate from National Football League this will prevent Stefon Diggs for Sunday’s regular season finale. Diggs faces strangulation and other criminal charges stemming from a dispute with his former personal chef.
The Patriots expressed support for Diggs in a statement Tuesday after Diggs’ allegations became public, and Vrabel echoed the support.
“We have issued a statement and we take these allegations very seriously,” Vrabel said. “I don’t think we need to rush to any conclusions right now. Let the process pay its due.”
Diggs did not speak to reporters Wednesday as he has done all season, but he was in the locker room before practice and participated in games with the team.
The NFL issued a statement saying Diggs was eligible to play.
News of the charges against Diggs came after a court hearing Tuesday in Dedham, Massachusetts. Diggs was charged with felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery.
The cook told investigators that Diggs hit her and tried to choke her during a discussion about money, according to police.
Diggs’ attorney, David Meier, said in an emailed statement that Diggs “categorically denies these allegations.” Meyer called the accusations unsubstantiated and unsubstantiated.
A court arraignment is scheduled for January 23.
Vrabel said he doesn’t expect the situation to be a distraction for his team. The Patriots are currently 13-3 and have won their first AFC East title since 2019. With a win over the Miami Heat on Sunday and a loss or tie with the Chargers over the Denver Broncos, New England will also secure the top seed in the playoffs and a first-round bye.
“I think these are accusations … things that we have to deal with,” Vrabel said. “There are distractions every day, some smaller than others. I believe we’re going to be focused on the Dolphins.”
Diggs, 32, joined New England after being traded from Houston before this season. He was a standout player for the Patriots, leading the team with 82 catches and 970 yards receiving.