Patriots’ Diggs, Barmore refuse to answer questions about criminal charges
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New England Patriots stars Stefon Diggs and Christian Barmore did not answer some questions from reporters about the criminal allegations against them as they prepare for the final game of the season and the upcoming playoffs.
Diggs and Barmore confronted reporters in the Patriots’ locker room on Friday and refused to provide any substantive answers when pressed about their legal troubles.
Diggs, who was accused of assaulting a private chef during a dispute over money, said it was an “emotional moment” for him and added, “I’m sorry I wasn’t available those few days. This is a different time.”
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“It’s definitely an open case, so I can’t say anything about it,” Diggs said, adding that he would answer any football-related questions.
When asked at one point about the support he received from his teammates, Diggs responded: “Is that a football question? When it comes to football, I’m going to continue to be the guy that I am.”
Diggs: “Is that a football question?” he repeated his statement. When asked if he had been in contact with Barmore regarding their situation.
“I’m trying not to be rude. I said it at the beginning,” Diggs continued.
Barmore, who was charged with domestic assault and battery after his girlfriend told police he threw her to the ground, repeatedly told reporters, “I’m focused on Miami and playing football.”
Diggs allegedly Earlier this month, a woman strangled her cook over money. The woman told police Diggs “slapped her in the face,” tried to push her and “tried to strangle her with his elbow around her neck.”
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Barmore was allegedly captured The phone call of a woman trying to leave her home. The alleged victim then “tried to open the door and call for help, but Christian grabbed her before she could and threw her to the ground,” according to authorities.
Barmore then allegedly grabbed the victim by the shirt near his neck. Barmore also allegedly told the victim that he was going to “f—” his cousin. [her] above.”
The NFL said both Diggs and Barmore could play against the USA on Sunday. Miami Dolphins.
“There is no change in the status of Diggs or Barmore. Both are eligible to play at this time,” the league said in a statement. The statement was included. “Under the Personal Conduct Policy (attached), consideration for placement on the Commissioner Exempt List may be considered following formal charges in the form of an indictment by a grand jury, the presentation of charges by a prosecutor, or a hearing in a criminal court.”
David Meier, one of Diggs’ attorneys of record, confirmed that the NFL wide receiver categorically denies the allegations against him and added that the dispute was between an employer and an employee.
“Stefon Diggs categorically denies these allegations. They are unfounded, unverified, and never investigated because they did not occur. The timing and motivation of the allegations are abundantly clear: They are the direct result of an employee-employer financial dispute that was not resolved to the employee’s satisfaction. Stefon looks forward to the truth being revealed in a court of law.”
Barmore’s attorney said in a statement: “We are confident that the evidence will show that no criminal activity occurred. Based on the facts and the law, we expect this personal matter to be resolved in the near future and for both parties to move forward together.”
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New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore and wide receiver Stefon Diggs (Mark J. Rebilas/Imagn Images; Peter Joneleit/AP Photo, File)
Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel was asked about the latest developments.
“I would say it’s not disappointing at all. These are allegations,” Vrabel said when asked how disappointing the “distraction” was before the playoffs. “We have things to deal with, and there are distractions every day. Some are smaller than others. I’m confident that we will focus on the dolphins and that these two people you mentioned will be able to manage the ongoing legal process.”
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