Quick Info
| Profession | Professional Football Player (Safety) |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 22/03/1996 |
| Age | 30 years |
| Birthplace | Decatur, GA |
Latest News about Kyle Dugger
01/07/2025
Kyle Dugger officially joined the Pittsburgh Steelers in July 2025 after spending five seasons with the New England Patriots. The move marked a significant transition in his NFL career, as he brought his experience as a versatile safety to a new team. Dugger was praised by Steelers coaches for his leadership, tackling ability, and playmaking skills, which are expected to strengthen the team's defensive unit.
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Bio/Wiki
| Kyle Dugger is an American professional football player who plays as a safety in the National Football League (NFL). He was born in Decatur, Georgia, and attended Lenoir-Rhyne University, where he became one of the most decorated defensive players in Division II history. Dugger was selected by the New England Patriots in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft and quickly established himself as a key contributor on the field. In 2025, he joined the Pittsburgh Steelers, continuing his NFL career with a new team. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6'1" |
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| Weight | 216 lbs |
Career
| Draft | 2020 NFL Draft: 2nd Round, 37th overall by New England Patriots |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. First player drafted from Lenoir-Rhyne since 2000 | |
| 2. Only player to return two punts for TDs in the same game (twice at college) | |
| 3. One of few to return fumble, interception, and punt for TDs in career | |
| 4. Signed 4-year, $58M extension with Patriots (up to $66M) | |
| 5. Returned an interception for a touchdown in 2022, contributing to Patriots franchise record of seven defensive touchdowns in a season |