What happened: Former New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs was found not guilty on Tuesday of assaulting his live-in private chef, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and CBS News. The jury cleared Diggs of all charges stemming from the alleged incident at his residence.

Why it matters: The acquittal removes a significant legal cloud hanging over Diggs and clears the way for him to focus fully on football without pending criminal proceedings. With no conviction, Diggs avoids potential league discipline under the NFL's personal conduct policy, preserving his market value and on-field availability.

What to watch: Watch for any civil follow-up from the complainant and how Diggs's current team handles public messaging around the verdict heading into the 2026 season.