The New England Patriots’ busy Tuesday continued less than an hour after reports broke that Keion White had been traded. Kyle Dugger, the team’s longest-tenured player, is also on his way out of town: he is being shipped to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

The Patriots are getting a sixth-round draft choice in 2026 in return for Dugger and a seventh-rounder. Let’s grade the move.

Instant grade: Patriots trade Kyle Dugger to Steelers

Brian Hines: The Patriots have been looking for a trade for Dugger since the summer, but the safety remained a contributor playing just under 40 percent of the defensive snaps and appearing on special teams. Dugger’s contract, however, does not match that role ultimately leading to the deal — but safety depth is now an increased area of need to acquire before the de

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