Jaden Dugger (born February 26, 2004) is an American professional football linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Georgetown Hoyas and Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns and he was selected by the 49ers in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL draft.
Early life Dugger was born on February 26, 2004, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dugger attended Penn Hills High School in Penn Hills, Pennsylvania. Coming out of high school, he committed to play college football for the Georgetown Hoyas.
College career Georgetown As a freshman in 2022, Dugger played in eight games, recording 17 tackles. During the 2023 season, he posted 43 tackles with four being for a loss, three sacks, two interceptions, and a forced fumble, where for his performance he earned second-team all-Patriot honors. After the conclusion of the season, Dugger entered the NCAA transfer portal.
Louisiana Dugger transferred to play for the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns. In the 2024 season, he notched 37 tackles with four being for a loss. In week three of the 2025 season, Dugger totaled 11 tackles with two going for a loss, and a sack in a loss against Missouri Tigers. During the 2025 season, he recorded 125 tackles with 13 going for a loss, four sacks, and an interception. For his performance during the season, he earned first-team all-Sun Belt honors. After the conclusion of the season, Dugger declared for the 2026 NFL draft, while also accepting an invite to participate in the 2026 East-West Shrine Bowl.
Professional career
Dugger was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the fifth round with the 154th overall pick of the 2026 NFL draft. On May 8, he signed his rookie deal with the 49ers.
Personal life Dugger is the brother of college football quarterback, Julian Dugger.
References
External links San Francisco 49ers bio Georgetown Hoyas bio Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns bio