The Pittsburgh Steelers shored up their safety room on Tuesday night by acquiring veteran S Kyle Dugger from the New England Patriots. Dugger was once a key part of New England’s defense, but with a new staff, his role was minimized in 2024, and the Patriots had been looking for a trade partner dating back to the beginning of the season. With DeShon Elliott injured, the Steelers moved quickly to add Dugger, a move that’s gotten a tepid reaction from analysts. ESPN’s Seth Walder gave the Steelers a B for the trade that sent Dugger and a 2026 seventh-round pick to Pittsburgh for a 2026 sixth-round pick, and his grade was the highest the Steelers received from a major outlet.
Analysts Give Steelers Passing Grade For Kyle Dugger Trade
