The leading tackler for the New England Patriots could be out of their game against the Buffalo Bills on Monday Night Football this week. Safety Kyle Dugger tested positive for the coronavirus and was placed on the Reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday.
Dugger has 80 tackles on the season, beating out LB Ja’Whaun Bentley (73) for the team lead before it drops off into the 50s. Though not an every-down player, he’s an integral part of the Patriots’ defense and had played more than 81% of their defensive snaps in 2021. He also has 3 interceptions, 4 passes defended, and a fumble recovery.