Steffon Diggs and Cardi B’s relationship has already been surrounded by speculation since 2024. Breakup rumors, Instagram unfollows, Super Bowl-week tension rumors, reunion sightings afterward, you name it, and they have had it. So when a screenshot making certain claims was doing the rounds on the internet, it fit an existing narrative that fans already believed. But Diggs wasn’t going to have any of it.

“Lol, I would never say no goofy a** sh*t like this,” wrote Diggs in comments of EntertainmentSA’s Instagram post. “Nor would I speak on the mother of my kid like that, stop lying to the internet for clicks.”

The claim Diggs was responding to came from a viral screengrab that appeared to show him posting an Instagram Story criticizing his relationship with Cardi B in harsh terms. The alleged message read, “The wrong decision I made recently… Falling in love with a wh*re with 3 kids. Brought bad luck to life, business, endorsements & partners. Stained my status.”

However, there was no verified evidence that the post ever appeared on Diggs’ account. Multiple reports later confirmed the screenshot could not be traced back to any legitimate Instagram Story from the wide receiver. And the wide receiver’s clarification, too, was less about addressing a breakup and more about pushing back against a rumor that suggested he had blamed Cardi B for personal and professional setbacks.

Speculation around the pair dates back to late 2024, when Cardi B’s separation from Offset first coincided with reports linking her to Diggs. The attention only intensified months later when the two were spotted courtside together during a New York Knicks vs. Boston Celtics playoff game in May 2025, marking one of their earliest high-profile public appearances as a rumored couple.

Their relationship remained mostly private even as public curiosity grew. In November 2025, reports confirmed the two had welcomed a son together, adding another layer to a connection that had already been closely followed online. Diggs’ comment defending Cardi B as “the mother of my kid” reflected that reality and signaled why he chose to respond directly instead of ignoring the rumor cycle.

However, this isn’t the first time Diggs and Cardi B were linked to breakup rumors. Earlier this year, the rapper herself reportedly broke up with the 32-year-old NFL star.

It was just before the New England Patriots’ Super Bowl LX game against the Seattle Seahawks. Diggs started that game for the Patriots. However, the team eventually went on to lose the game 29-13. Breakup chatter resurfaced again after fans noticed the two had unfollowed each other on Instagram. Cardi B also appeared to distance herself publicly around that time, though neither offered a detailed explanation about what may have changed between them.

However, the reason behind that alleged fallout remained in the dark. Soon after, Stefon Diggs and Cardi B made a public appearance together. As things stand, there is no confirmation about their current relationship status. However, most recently, they were captured together again.

Stefon Diggs meets Cardi B in a backstage family moment

Stefon Diggs and Cardi B have shared an on-and-off relationship for quite some time now. The 32-year-old NFL star’s recent comments defending his alleged stance on Cardi B hint at a reconciled relationship.

Hours later, the couple further fueled the reunion buzz. Diggs and the rapper were seen together backstage at one of Cardi B’s ‘Little Miss Drama” tour stops. Although the exact event location and date are unknown, the couple’s meeting has caught quite a lot of attention.

In the image, the rapper seemed to be in the middle of her pre-show preparations. Diggs stood in front of her, holding their son in his arms. The moment showcased no visible tension or animosity between the couple. However, despite that, it will be tough to confirm their relationship based only on that backstage picture.

Diggs’ remarks defending his relationship and backstage moments with Cardi B are coming amid his concerning NFL future. After a 10-year stint in the NFL, Diggs currently stands as a free agent. Despite a productive 2025 season where he led the team to a Super Bowl LX appearance with over 1,000 receiving yards, the Patriots opted to release him.

As things stand, the Minnesota Vikings, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the San Francisco 49ers have been linked to signing the 32-year-old wide receiver for the 2026 season. However, the official confirmation is yet to come from any of those NFL teams, which recently picked several rookies in the 2026 NFL Draft.