A federal judge has ruled that NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs must provide a more detailed explanation of his relationship with a man who accuses him of drugging and sexually assaulting him. The judge found Diggs' initial response—calling the accuser an "acquaintance"—to be insufficient.
Background of the Case
According to court documents obtained by TMZ Sports, the ruling came in the ongoing civil lawsuit filed by Christopher Blake Griffith, a social media influencer. Griffith claims that in May 2023, Diggs drugged and sexually assaulted him, and then orchestrated a violent attack against him days later. Diggs has denied all allegations and countersued for defamation, arguing that Griffith fabricated the story for online fame.
Judge's Order
The judge ordered Diggs to provide a "truthful, complete, and non-evasive response" regarding how he and Griffith knew each other before the alleged incident. This goes beyond the vague one-word descriptor Diggs offered during discovery. Additionally, Diggs must give fuller answers about his interactions with Griffith in May 2023 and identify who was present at his Rockville, Maryland, residence that night. Diggs has 14 days from the June 3 order to comply or face sanctions.
Partial Victory for Diggs
Not all aspects of the ruling were unfavorable for Diggs. The judge determined that Diggs does not have to answer questions about any prior possession or distribution of controlled substances. This is a significant win given the drug-related nature of Griffith's allegations.
Timeline of Events
The case has been a legal burden for Diggs since 2023. Griffith alleges that after a charity basketball game in Washington D.C., he and Diggs went to a club and then to Diggs' home, where Griffith claims he was drugged and assaulted. A week later, Griffith says he was physically attacked outside his Los Angeles apartment, an incident he alleges Diggs orchestrated. Separately, video emerged showing Diggs' brother, Darez, appearing to orchestrate an elevator assault on a man, adding further complexity to the situation.
Separate Criminal Case
Diggs also faced a separate criminal case in which his former personal chef accused him of assault and felony strangulation over a pay dispute. Diggs was found not guilty in May after a two-day trial.
Current Status
The civil case with Griffith remains active. With the judge's latest ruling, Diggs' definition of "acquaintance" is now under scrutiny, and he must provide a more thorough account of their relationship.
