Bud Dupree Likely Lost For The Season
4 years agoInitial tests on Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Bud Dupree (knee) on Wednesday indicated a torn ACL, according to sources. If additional tests confirm the injury, Dupree is expected to miss the rest of the season. It would be a massive loss for Pittsburgh's defense and for Dupree, who is playing the 2020 season on the franchise tag. He can become a free agent after this year. Along with impressive linebacker T.J. Watt, the Steelers duo has been one of the most productive in terms of rushing the passer this season. Dupree, 27, had 26 tackles (18 solo), six tackles for loss, 15 QB hits, two forced fumbles and eight sacks in 10 games this year after recording a career-high 11.5 sacks last season. Pittsburgh's defense is still an elite fantasy unit without Dupree, but he's been a key piece inside all year long.
Source: NFL Network - Mike Garafolo
Source: NFL Network - Mike Garafolo