Sad news for patriots Star Kyle Dugger : he won’t play again After Serious…
The 2025season was a tough one for New England Patriots safety Kyle Dugger.
Much of that was due to a high ankle sprain that he suffered all the way back in Week 4. Dugger went to miss four games before suiting up in the Patriots final seven contests — where he was visibly limited — before undergoing surgery shortly after the season.
Back in the building for the start of the team’s voluntary offseason program, Dugger shared that his ankle is “doing well” and he’s excited to turn the page from last year.
“I’m really looking forward to this upcoming season,” Dugger said Tuesday. “Not really looking back to last year. Kind of put that in the back of my mind and really just looking forward to moving on.”
New England Patriots fans were hit with heartbreaking news this week: star safety Kyle Dugger will no longer suit up in the NFL after suffering a serious injury that has ended his career prematurely.
Dugger, a standout defender and team leader, has been a vital part of the Patriots’ defense since being drafted in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft out of Lenoir-Rhyne. Known for his explosive tackles, impressive speed, and football IQ, Dugger quickly earned a reputation as one of the most dependable players on the field. Over his five seasons, he tallied over 300 tackles, multiple interceptions, and was often the spark behind critical defensive stops.