New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye publicly expressed his support for teammates Stefon Diggs and Christian Barmore during a press conference on December 31, 2023. This comes after serious assault allegations were levied against both players. Diggs, 32, faces charges of strangulation and assault related to an incident involving his personal chef earlier this month. In a separate case, Barmore, 26, has been charged with one count of assault and battery on a family member, following claims made by a woman identified as his partner.
Maye, 23, took the opportunity to address the gravity of the situation, emphasizing his commitment to his teammates. “I’m going to support them any way I can, support my teammates, and I love those guys,” he stated, as reported by Us Weekly. He elaborated on his relationships with both players, expressing a strong sense of camaraderie within the team.
During the press conference, Maye highlighted Diggs’ importance to the Patriots. “Stef, man, he means a lot to this team,” he said. “He’s breaking the huddle down before practice today. He’s chirping at me on the sideline to give him the rock. He’s pumping up the young guys when they make big plays. He’s blocking downfield. He gives off the persona of one of those guys that you just want to be teammates with.”
Maye also shared his thoughts on Barmore, referring to him by his nickname, “B-More.” He noted Barmore’s passion for football and his dedication to the team. “I love talking crap with B-More. He’s passionate about football, passionate about the game,” Maye remarked. “He’s one of those guys in the locker room that you want to have rushing the passer. He loves quarterbacks, too, especially his own, but he loves getting after them.”
The allegations against Diggs and Barmore have raised concerns among fans and analysts. Both players have yet to publicly comment on the charges. Maye’s support underscores the bond within the Patriots, as the team prepares for the upcoming season amidst these challenges.
As the situation continues to develop, the Patriots organization is expected to address the allegations in due course. For now, Maye’s words resonate with the importance of unity and support among teammates during difficult times.
