Round 2: Lenoir-Rhyne DB Kyle Dugger
One of the earliest reports of Chiefs’ pre-draft interest came from scouts visiting Division II Lenoir-Rhyne University during their fall camp to check out a sleeper prospect. That prospect was Kyle Dugger, who has since become a bit of a household name among draft crowds.
The 6-1 and 217-pound athlete has played a hybrid linebacker and safety role for Lenoir-Rhyne while also operating as a punt returner for the team. During his career, Dugger has accumulated 237 total tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, 10 interceptions, 36 passes defended, six forced fumbles and six fumble recoveries. He has NFL production and he definitely has the speed, demonstrated by his 4.49 40-yard dash at the NFL Scouting Combine.
The last player that Lenoir-Rhyne had drafted was John Milem in 2000 by the San Francisco 49ers. If Dugger is draft anywhere prior to the fifth round, he’ll become the highest-drafted player in the history of the university.