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Stefon Diggs Criticized for Cheerleader Ball Toss After Cardi B's Baby Announcement
14 Nov
Summary
- Stefon Diggs handed ball to Patriots cheerleader minutes after Cardi B announced their baby's birth
- Cardi B gave birth to their first child together last week
- Diggs' actions drew criticism from fans and analysts on social media
On November 14, 2025, New England Patriots player Stefon Diggs found himself at the center of controversy after handing a ball to a cheerleader just minutes after his girlfriend, rapper Cardi B, announced the birth of their son.
Cardi B, 33, revealed the news of their newborn child in an Instagram post on Thursday, just before Diggs took the field against the New York Jets. However, Diggs' actions during the game quickly drew criticism from fans and analysts alike.
In the first quarter, Diggs caught a pass from quarterback Drake Maye and proceeded to hand the ball to a Patriots cheerleader, a move that was widely seen as inappropriate given the timing of Cardi B's announcement. Several social media users, including Patriots Super Bowl winner and NFL analyst Jason McCourty, expressed their disapproval of Diggs' actions.
The incident has sparked a debate around Diggs' priorities and whether he should have been more focused on his newborn child rather than celebrating with a cheerleader. Cardi B, who is already mother to three other children, has not publicly commented on the situation.
Despite the controversy, Diggs went on to have a lively opening to the game, including being aggressively thrown to the ground by an opponent, who was penalized for the action. The couple, who went public with their relationship in May 2025, have yet to address the backlash surrounding Diggs' post-touchdown celebration.
