The New England Patriots’ wide receiver, Stefon Diggs, and the American rapper, Cardi B, didn’t wait for the confetti to settle after the Patriots’ Super Bowl loss because the drama went straight to the timeline.

They wasted no time turning a Patriots Super Bowl loss into the internet’s next frenzy, as a viral X post claimed the two unfollowed each other on Instagram almost immediately after the final whistle, sparking instant breakup speculation across NFL social media.

The same X post didn’t stop at the alleged unfollow, as it also floated a separate detail that remains unsubstantiated. Diggs’ ex-girlfriend was reportedly seen near the Patriots’ team hotel sometime this week.

There were no verified photos, no on-record eyewitnesses, and no clear timeline explaining where, when, or why, just enough smoke to keep speculation swirling online.

The timing has fans locked in, as it sharply contrasts with the celebratory tone earlier in the run, when Cardi was caught on video yelling, “We’re going to the Super Bowl!” after New England punched its ticket, a clip shared by the Patriots’ official Instagram handle.

Stefon Diggs and Cardi B’s relationship has unfolded in quick, headline-grabbing moments. Rumors first surfaced in October 2024 after podcaster DJ Akademiks made claims about them, which Cardi dismissed as “so crazy.” The two were later linked again in February 2025 when People reported they spent Valentine’s Day together.

During the 2026 playoffs, Cardi’s support became highly visible, as she defended Diggs against ESPN analysts and posted fan-focused Patriots content. In September 2025, Cardi announced that she and Diggs were expecting their first child together.

The moment went fully public after New England clinched a Super Bowl berth, when Diggs was photographed kissing Cardi during the on-field celebration.

Despite the breakup rumors, Cardi B’s Diggs-related posts remain live on Instagram, including content captioned “Pats nation,” which fans see as a sign that nothing has been officially confirmed. So far, neither side has stated in any sourced reports, leaving the so-called “drastic decision” narrative tied solely to the unfollow claim and the online reaction it sparked, rather than any formal announcement.

Vrabel Faces Super Bowl LX Fallout After Patriots Fall 29–13

Amid the breakup chatter, the Patriots’ Super Bowl LX loss is still the loudest echo. Speaking of the game, Seattle’s defense took control early and never let go, leading the Seahawks to a 29–13 win over the Patriots in Super Bowl LX by swarming Drake Maye all night, piling up six sacks and forcing three turnovers, including a late pick-six that helped slam the door.

Mike Vrabel addressed the media post-game and said it is “OK to be disappointed” after the Super Bowl loss, but he wants the Patriots to process it as one group.

“We have to be disappointed and upset together.” Vrable said, “I’m appreciative of them, thankful, grateful that I get to coach them.”

He said New England let errors snowball and stressed the “competitive stamina, the physical stamina, and the mental stamina” needed for a game like this.

When asked about the line’s performance, Vrabel refused to isolate blame and said, “nobody played good enough for us to win.” He added, “We have to remember what it feels like and make sure that it’s not repeated.”

The New England’s 2025 season ended one win short of a title. Their regular season record stood at 14-3 as they claimed the AFC East division title and were seeded second in the AFC playoff bracket. In the postseason, the Patriots shut out the Chargers 16-3, beat the Texans 28-16, and narrowly beat the Broncos 10-7 in the AFC Championship game to claim Super Bowl LX Berth. Their winning streak came to an end on the biggest stage of them all when they lost 29-13 to the Seahawks.