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Rookie Kyle Dugger Displaying Sky-High Potential For Patriots’ Defense

The second-round pick was a standout vs. Seattle

Kyle Dugger played 11 defensive snaps in his NFL debut. The next week, he played 34, plus a handful more on special teams.

Don’t be surprised if that number continues to rise. The New England Patriots might have something special in their versatile young safety.

Dugger, New England’s top pick in the 2020 NFL Draft (37th overall), was a defensive bright spot in his team’s 35-30 loss to the Seattle Seahawks this past Sunday, playing a variety of roles and showing serious potential as a pass rusher.