DeVonta Smith Faces Serious Allegations Amid Rising Stardom

Philadelphia, PA – May 14, 2025, 11:00 PM +07

Philadelphia Eagles’ star wide receiver DeVonta Smith is facing serious allegations that threaten to overshadow his burgeoning career, just as the team prepares for a pivotal 2025 season. Sources confirmed to ESPN that Chris Blake Griffith, an entertainment marketing manager, has accused Smith of drugging him and attempting sexual assault in October 2024, during a private encounter while the Eagles were on a road game against the Washington Commanders.

• Smith’s 2024 Stats: 1,178 receiving yards, 7 TDs, 16 games (ESPN).

Career Highlight: 2020 Heisman Trophy winner, Super Bowl LIX champion.

Allegations Surface Amid Off-Field Rumors

Griffith claimed the incident occurred after a social event in Washington, D.C., alleging, “DeVonta tried to drug me and then have sex with me,” in an Instagram comment reported by TMZ. He added, “I escaped unscathed, thank you Jesus.” The accusations surfaced shortly after rumors linked Smith to a high-profile celebrity affair, adding fuel to his off-field controversies. A post on X by @PhillyInsider (May 13, 2025) speculated about a romantic involvement with a prominent pop star, though no evidence has substantiated this claim.

Griffith further alleged that the incident led to a violent retaliation. He previously sued Smith’s cousin, Marcus Griffith, for a November 2024 assault in Philadelphia, where Marcus and associates reportedly attacked him in a parking lot, stealing $50,000 in jewelry. The assault, captured on surveillance footage, resulted in Marcus pleading no contest to felony theft, receiving 18 months of probation (TMZ, May 14, 2025). Griffith claimed the attack was an attempt to silence him about Smith’s alleged actions.

Impact on Smith and the Eagles

Smith, who signed a 3-year, $75M extension with the Eagles in April 2024 (ESPN, April 15, 2024), has not publicly responded to the allegations. The 26-year-old, a key piece of the Eagles’ Super Bowl LIX-winning squad, recorded 1,178 receiving yards and 7 touchdowns in 2024, cementing his role as a top target for Jalen Hurts (4,306 passing yards, Super Bowl LIX MVP, ClutchPoints, May 13, 2025). NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport stated, “These are serious claims that demand investigation. The league will likely step in” (May 14, 2025).

The timing couldn’t be worse for the Eagles, who are set to open the 2025 season against the Dallas Cowboys in a prime-time showdown on September 4, followed by a Week 5 clash with the Kansas City Chiefs (Inside The Iggles, May 13, 2025). With five prime-time games on their schedule, the defending champions are under intense scrutiny, and this scandal could disrupt their focus.

A Shadow Over Smith’s Stardom

Smith, the 2020 Heisman Trophy winner from Alabama, has been a fan favorite since joining the Eagles in 2021. His chemistry with Hurts and A.J. Brown (1,456 receiving yards in 2024) has made Philly’s offense one of the NFL’s most explosive. However, these allegations threaten to tarnish his reputation and the team’s image as they aim to repeat as champions under head coach Nick Sirianni (48-20 record, philadelphiaeagles.com, March 28, 2025).

The Eagles face additional challenges with their former star, Stefon Diggs, now with the New England Patriots, who is also embroiled in a similar scandal (May 14, 2025). The eventual matchup between the two teams will draw even more attention, as Diggs (1,535 receiving yards in 2020 with the Bills) battles his own off-field issues.

Conclusion

DeVonta Smith’s rising stardom is now clouded by serious allegations of drugging and attempted sexual assault, compounded by claims of retaliation linked to his family. As the NFL prepares to investigate, the Eagles must navigate this storm while focusing on their 2025 campaign. With a legacy to defend and a spotlight on their prime-time schedule, Smith’s off-field saga casts a heavy shadow over Philadelphia’s pursuit of another Super Bowl title.