NFL keeps Stefon Diggs conduct investigation under review after acquittal
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Updated · NBC Sports · May 6
NFL keeps Stefon Diggs conduct investigation under review after acquittal
11 articles · Updated · NBC Sports · May 6
A jury cleared the free-agent receiver on Tuesday of strangulation and assault charges, but an NFL spokesperson said the Personal Conduct Policy review continues.
The league can apply a lower standard of proof than criminal courts and could still interview Diggs and alleged victim Mila Adams before deciding on any discipline.
An acquittal does not bar NFL punishment; in 2022, Deshaun Watson was suspended 10 games despite not being indicted by a Texas grand jury.
A court cleared Stefon Diggs of all charges. Why could the NFL’s own investigation still derail his entire career?
His accuser's credibility was challenged in court. So why does Stefon Diggs' NFL future remain in jeopardy?