Jaden Dugger’s Versatile Future with 49ers | NFL News

The 49ers’ fifth-round rookie Jaden Dugger is a defensive chess piece—versatile enough to play linebacker, edge rusher, or even coverage—exactly what coordinator Raheem Morris wants in his “Fever backers.” While his adaptability is a huge asset for the scheme, it also means Dugger’s not ready for a full-time role yet. With a deep linebacker corps, he’ll likely start on the sidelines or special teams, learning across positions in practice. The real test? How the 49ers use him in preseason—will they specialize him or keep him a multi-role wildcard? His potential is high, but his path to the field is still unfolding. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/335a907e51aaf9a9