Kyle Dugger wanted to take over a more prominent leadership role for the New England Patriots after signing a four-year, $58 million contract extension in the offseason. Now, he finally has the title to reflect those ambitions..
As head coach Jerod Mayo announced on Wednesday, Dugger has been elevated to captain in light of linebacker Ja’Whaun Bentley moving to injured reserve. Bentley had been one of six captains before suffering a torn pectoral muscle in Week 2.
With his teammate reportedly out for the remainder of the 2024 season, Dugger was asked to fill his shoes.