In a dramatic twist that has sent shockwaves through celebrity circles and NFL fandom alike, rapper Cardi B and New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs have allegedly called it quits – and the fallout is nothing short of explosive.

The high-profile couple, who welcomed their first child together – a baby boy – in November 2025 and had fans buzzing about a potential engagement, sparked wild breakup speculation immediately after the Patriots’ crushing 29-13 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

By Monday, February 9, eagle-eyed fans noticed the ultimate social media snub: Cardi B and Stefon Diggs had unfollowed each other on Instagram – a move that, in celeb world, often signals the death knell for a romance. Sources close to the pair confirmed to outlets like Entertainment Tonight that the split is real, describing it as ‘recent’ but adding the tantalizing caveat: ‘It’s possible they get back together and this could just be for right now.’

The drama didn’t stop at unfollows. Screenshots allegedly circulating online show a brutal exchange in the comments section of one of Diggs’ posts featuring him in his Patriots uniform. Cardi reportedly fired off: ‘You’re a disgrace to the game.’ Diggs allegedly hit back hard: ‘You’re a disgrace to music.’ The purported clapback war sent social media into meltdown, with fans dissecting every word and debating whether the comments were authentic or cleverly faked for maximum chaos.

What makes the timing so devastating? Just days before the big game, Diggs had teased reporters during media day that proposing to Cardi was very much ‘on the agenda’ – if the Patriots brought home the Lombardi Trophy. ‘It’s on the agenda, maybe, right? I got to get mine first though,’ he said playfully, hinting at popping the question in front of the roaring crowd if victory was theirs.

Alas, the Patriots fell short, with Diggs himself limited to just three catches for 37 yards in a defensive masterclass by Seattle. No ring for the team – and apparently, no ring for Cardi either. Instead of celebration, the night turned into heartbreak, with reports claiming Cardi left the stadium early after Bad Bunny’s historic halftime show, skipping any post-game festivities despite reportedly shelling out a staggering $1.2 million on a planned blowout party for over 100 guests (including a $125,000 luxury suite) that neither she nor Diggs attended.

Whispers of the real trigger are swirling: multiple sources and viral posts allege tension erupted when Cardi spotted Diggs’ ‘other baby mama’ – the mother of one of his children from a previous relationship – seated front row with their son. Some even claim Diggs was seen sneaking a female ‘best friend’ (rumored to have ties to past drama involving Cardi’s ex Offset) into his hotel room mere hours after the loss. Cardi reportedly stormed out, and the rest is explosive social media history.

The couple’s whirlwind romance had been one of the most talked-about in recent years. They first sparked dating rumors in early 2025, made their red-carpet debut at a New York Knicks playoff game in May, and went Instagram official in June with loved-up yacht photos. By November, they welcomed their son – dubbed ‘Baby Brim’ by fans – adding a new layer of family bliss to the mix. Cardi, 33, had been vocal about her support for Diggs, 32, even amid his past controversies, including a 2025 accusation of slapping and choking a woman at his Massachusetts home (charges that were later addressed but lingered in the headlines).

But now, the fairy tale appears shattered. Fans are ruthless in their commentary, with many piling on Cardi: ‘She’ll be cooked if she gets dumped by Stefon Diggs like Offset did, after smashing with him for several months now,’ one viral post read, referencing her tumultuous on-again-off-again marriage to Offset that ended in divorce drama. Others mocked Diggs’ performance and the failed proposal dream: ‘Lost the game, lost the girl – tough night for Stefon.’

50 Cent couldn’t resist jumping in, trolling Diggs mercilessly on social media as the rumors exploded. The rapper-turned-mogul posted memes and shady comments, delighting in the chaos surrounding the couple who had once seemed unbreakable.

Cardi, known for her no-filter personality, has stayed mostly silent on the split so far, focusing instead on her upcoming tour and family. A source told ET she’s ‘figuring out their next steps’ while prioritizing her children (she shares daughter Kulture and son Wave with Offset). Diggs, meanwhile, has yet to address the personal fallout publicly, though he broke his silence on the game loss, vowing to ‘build on that and watch that tree grow’ in reference to his career and perhaps his personal life.

The unfollow frenzy and alleged comment war have only fueled the fire. In Hollywood and the NFL, social media moves speak volumes – and this one screams trouble. Was it the Super Bowl defeat that broke them? The presence of an ex? Lingering trust issues? Or simply the pressures of fame, fortune, and a new baby colliding at the worst possible moment?

Whatever the truth, one thing is clear: what was supposed to be a triumphant Super Bowl weekend for Cardi and Stefon has become one of the most dramatic celebrity implosions of 2026. Fans are glued to their feeds, waiting for the next bombshell – be it a reconciliation post, a savage diss track, or confirmation that this power couple is officially done.

As one insider put it: ‘They went from proposal dreams to public shade in 24 hours. That’s showbiz – and NFL – heartbreak at its finest.’

The saga continues… and the internet is loving every messy second.