Rapper Cardi B’s enthusiastic social media reaction to boyfriend Stefon Diggs’ touchdown during the New England Patriots’ playoff victory over the Houston Texans on Sunday ignited a flurry of responses on X, formerly Twitter, ranging from supportive cheers to sharp criticism amid ongoing allegations against the wide receiver.
The 33-year-old artist, whose real name is Belcalis Marlenis Cephus, posted a photo of Diggs on the sideline shortly after his score, captioning it:
“STEPPPPPPPPP IN THE NAME OF JESUS DIGGS !!!!! WALKEM DOWN!!!!!!”
The post, shared during the game at Gillette Stadium, quickly amassed over 21,000 likes and hundreds of replies and quotes.
Diggs, 32, who joined the Patriots in a blockbuster trade last offseason, hauled in a 28-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Drake Maye in the third quarter, helping secure a 27-20 win and advancing New England to the divisional round. Cardi B, not in attendance at the game, followed up with Instagram Stories showing her screaming expletives in excitement, yelling “Let’s go Diggs!” and “Walk them down!”
Fans praised the Bronx native’s unfiltered support for her partner, with one X user writing, “I love how she shows up for her man.” Another commented, “cardi funny asf,” while a third added, “If my man don’t support me like this I don’t want him.” Positive reactions highlighted her passion, with comments like “TOUCHDOWN!!!!!” and “She is losing it rn.”
STEPPPPPPPPP IN THE NAME OF JESUS DIGGS !!!!! WALKEM DOWN!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/r9rji9nx8E
— Cardi B (@iamcardib) January 18, 2026
However, the post also drew backlash, with many users referencing allegations that Diggs assaulted a hotel worker in a 2025 incident, for which he faces ongoing legal scrutiny. One reply stated, “you are a stain on society,” while another said, “Of course you’re standing by this abuser.” Quotes of the post echoed similar sentiments: “That man should be in jail you retard,” and “supporting dude after doing what he did is nuts.” Another user quipped, “I bet he beat up that worker in the name of Jesus too?”
THEY DIDN’T BELIEVE IN US !!! I LIKE US!!!!! WE ALL WE GOT!!!!! WE ALL WE NEED !!!! #Patsnation https://t.co/pufQTNTIIw pic.twitter.com/GLa7dQy9Jr
— Cardi B (@iamcardib) January 18, 2026
Cardi B, who confirmed her relationship with Diggs in late 2025 following her split from rapper Offset, has not publicly addressed the criticisms. She did, however, clap back at pre-game doubters, noting that ESPN analysts had picked the Texans to win. Diggs finished the game with six receptions for 87 yards and the touchdown, his first playoff score with the Patriots.
The mixed online discourse underscores the intersection of celebrity relationships and sports controversies, with Cardi B’s vocal fandom amplifying both admiration and scrutiny. Neither Diggs nor the Patriots immediately commented on the social media buzz.
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