New England Patriots Seattle Seahawks Injury In Humans Kyle Dugger

# New England Patriots' Kyle Dugger, Seattle Seahawks WR Penny Among NFL Players Ruled Out ## Dugger, Penny Out for Week 18 **New England Patriots** safety **Kyle Dugger** and **Seattle Seahawks** wide reciever **Penny** have been ruled out for Week 18's regular season finale due to injuries. Patriots cornerback **Jonathan Jones** is also listed as doubtful due to an ankle injury. Dugger, one of the Patriots' top defensive backs, has been dealing with a foot injury since mid-December. He missed the Patriots' Week 17 loss to the **Miami Dolphins**. Penny, meanwhile, has been dealing with a calf injury that he suffered in Week 16. The Seahawks had hoped to have him back for the regular season finale, but he has not been able to practice this week. **Patriots Lose Key Piece; Seahawks Hope For Penny Return** Dugger's absence will be a major blow to the Patriots' defense. He is one of their most versatile players and is capable of playing both safety and linebacker. The Seahawks, meanwhile, will be hoping that Penny can return for the playoffs, if they can qualify. He is their leading rusher this season and has been a key part of their offense. **Seahawks Still In Playoff Hunt** The Seahawks are currently 8-8 and need to win their Week 18 game against the **Los Angeles Rams** and have the **Detroit Lions** lose to the **Green Bay Packers** in order to make the playoffs. The Patriots, meanwhile, are 8-8 and have been eliminated from playoff contention already.