Cardi B Sparks Romance Rumors With NFL Star Stefon Diggs—Everything We Know.
Looks like Cardi B has a new MVP in her life—and no, we’re not talking music charts.
Fresh off her second split from Offset, the “WAP” rapper is fueling relationship rumors with NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs. The two were spotted courtside at Madison Square Garden on May 12, 2025, grinning, holding hands, and living their best courtside life during a Knicks playoff game.
It wasn’t just a photo-op. This date night marked the most public confirmation yet that something’s definitely brewing between the rap queen and the football star.
🏈 Who Is Stefon Diggs, Cardi’s Alleged New Boo?
Stefon Diggs isn’t just another guy in the crowd. He’s a three-time Pro Bowl wide receiver who’s built a name for himself with game-breaking plays and red carpet swagger. After playing college ball at the University of Maryland, Diggs was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in 2015 and later exploded in the spotlight with the Buffalo Bills.
Most recently, he joined the New England Patriots after a short stint with the Houston Texans, where a knee injury sidelined him for part of the 2024 season. He’s now signed a lucrative three-year, $69 million deal with New England.
Off the field? Stefon is a devoted father to his daughter, Nova, and an unapologetic fashion head. "I’ve always been a little different with my style,” he told V Magazine last year. “I wore cowboy boots in the summer when I was a kid. I liked what I liked—even if no one else got it.”
Sound like someone else we know?
💘 The Timeline: How Cardi B and Stefon Diggs Sparked Dating Buzz
Rumors first bubbled up in February 2025, when the two were spotted spending Valentine’s Day together in Miami. Then came the whispers after the Met Gala on May 5: fans claimed they saw the pair leaving the event hand-in-hand.
But it was their Knicks playoff appearance that really turned heads. Sitting courtside at Madison Square Garden on May 12, the duo were all smiles, laughing and cozying up throughout the night. Photos of them walking out of the arena hand-in-hand went viral instantly.
“He’s in Harlem now? Oh yeah, that’s her man,” one fan commented on Instagram after spotting Stefon in Cardi’s old neighborhood. Another wrote: “Good for her! She found herself a good-looking NEW guy—some should take notes.”
Have either of them publicly confirmed the relationship? Nope. But at this point, does it really matter?
✨ Cardi B’s Met Gala Moment—And the Clues It Might’ve Carried
If there was any doubt Cardi was entering her post-divorce power era, her 2025 Met Gala appearance said it all.
Wearing an intricate Burberry look by designer Daniel Lee, Cardi leaned into the year’s “Tailored for You” theme with a bold, emerald-green coat featuring an open back, a ruffled devoré shirt, and velvet floral trousers. It was dandyism with a Cardi twist.
“She gives main-character energy,” Lee told Vogue. And honestly, who could argue?
The look also seemed to quietly reflect a new chapter—less drama, more elegance. Fans noticed she attended solo, but maybe that was part of the play. After all, if your man is watching from the sidelines and pulling up in Harlem later... maybe he doesn't need to walk the carpet.
💔 Life After Offset: A Clean Break?
Cardi filed for divorce from Offset—again—in July 2024. This time, it seemed more final. The split came after a string of public cheating allegations and mounting tax issues on Offset’s end.
While Offset has denied recent rumors involving Chrisean Rock, the couple appeared to be done for good, both legally and emotionally.
In the months since, Cardi has stayed busy: hosting fashion events, dropping teaser verses, and—now—apparently spending time with Stefon Diggs.
🎤 Cardi + Stefon: Couple Goals or Just Vibes?
Let’s be real—Cardi has never been the type to hide. If this is just a rebound, it’s a very public one. But all signs suggest there’s genuine chemistry here.
He’s mature, stylish, successful in his own right—and unlike Offset, hasn’t been publicly tied to scandal or infidelity. Plus, he seems to get the spotlight Cardi commands... and that’s not easy.
Whether it’s a full-blown relationship or just something fun, fans are clearly rooting for them.
“Cardi B and Stefon Diggs holding hands courtside is my Roman Empire,” one user tweeted. Another added: “Sis finally upgraded the team.”
🔮 What’s Next?
Neither Cardi nor Stefon has commented officially on their relationship status—but their public appearances are doing most of the talking.
Whether this is the start of rap and football’s next power couple or just a short-lived spark, one thing’s for sure: Cardi’s not waiting around for a man to define her era.
