Kraft was on his way to a breakout Fantasy season and had the potential to challenge Trey McBride and Brock Bowers for the TE1 overall before a torn ACL ended his 2025 season. Kraft finished with six touchdowns scored in just seven full games, and he was TE2 in Fantasy scoring before the injury. He finished as a top-nine TE in scoring in all but three of his starts, and he was the TE1 in two of his games in 2025. His 2.33 yards per route run made him one of the most efficient pass catchers in the NFL, and it is an excellent sign for his 2026 projection. Where Kraft really separates himself is after the catch -- he averaged 8.8 YAC in 2025. His post-catch upside makes him a high-upside bet in 2026 Fantasy drafts despite returning from the torn ACL. Kraft will carry some risk as a Round 6 pick coming off the injury, but his ceiling is as high as any tight end in the league.
Kraft (knee) said Wednesday that he expects to play Week 1 without any playing-time restrictions, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Coming back from last year's ACL tear, Kraft is absent from OTA practices but hopes to participate in training camp. Packers coach Matt LaFleur also said he hopes to have the tight end on the field during the early portion of training camp, and Packers GM Brian Gutekunst said Kraft is ahead of schedule in his rehab process. While the Packers have a well-earned reputation for caution with injured players, it sounds like all parties are on board for Kraft making a run at gaining clearance for Week 1.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Could be ready for training camp
Rotowire
Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said Wednesday that Kraft (ACL) could be back on the field by the start of, or during, training camp, Weston Hodkiewicz of the team's official site reports.
GM Brian Gutekunst said in early May that Kraft is ahead of schedule in his recovery from a right ACL tear and is expected to be back in the starting lineup early during the 2026 regular season, but LaFleur's current prognostication is arguably even more optimistic. The 25-year-old tight end is working his way back from surgery undergone last November after suffering a season-ending injury in Week 9 of the 2025 campaign. Before going down, Kraft had firmly established himself as one of the focal points of Green Bay's passing attack. With Romeo Doubs now in New England and Dontayvion Wicks in Philadelphia, Kraft stands alongside Christian Watson, Jayden Reed and Matthew Golden as one of Jordan Love's top pass-catching options heading into 2026. In contrast to Kraft, LaFleur said he expects Micah Parsons (ACL) to begin training camp on the PUP list, per Ryan Wood of USA Today.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Ahead of schedule in recovery
Rotowire
Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said Tuesday that Kraft (ACL) is "a little bit ahead of schedule" in his recovery from a right ACL tear and that both he and Micah Parsons (ACL) are expected to be "back early in the [regular] season," Andrew Bandstra of Channel 3000 News reports.
Gutekunst previously labeled Kraft ahead of schedule in mid-January, and it appears the tight end's progress has continued on an encouraging track. He noted that Kraft is further along in his rehab than Parsons, which makes sense considering the timing of their respective ACL tears (early Nov. vs. mid-Dec.). Kraft, meanwhile, has stated that he's targeting a Week 1 return. He's entering his age-26 season and the final year of his deal with the Packers, though Gutekunst has confirmed talks regarding an extension are underway. After Green Bay allowed Romeo Doubs to sign elsewhere as a free agent (Patriots) and dealt Dontayvion Wicks in a trade (Eagles), Kraft is facing a clearer path to targets alongside returning wideouts Christian Watson, Jayden Reed and Matthew Golden. In eight regular-season games prior to tearing his ACL in 2025, Kraft had emerged as Green Bay's leading receiver with 32 grabs for 489 yards and six scores on 44 targets.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Extension talks underway
Rotowire
Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said Wednesday that the team has already "been in contact" with Kraft (ACL) regarding a potential contract extension, Wes Hodkiewicz of the team's official site reports.
Kraft said in mid-January that he's ahead of schedule in his recovery from a right ACL tear suffered in early November and that he expects to be ready for Week 1 of the 2026 campaign. Across eight-regular season appearances prior to his knee injury, Kraft had emerged as Green Bay's leading receiver with a 32-489-6 line (44 targets), putting him on the trajectory not only for a career-best season, but also a high-end fantasy finish. The 25-year-old tight end currently is entering the final year of his rookie deal, but it appears the Packers may prioritize agreeing to terms on a long-term extension before then. Gutekunst noted that Kraft is "a really important part of this football team" and provides a positive impact "not only as a player but as a leader."
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Heads to IR
Rotowire
The Packers placed Kraft (knee) on injured reserve Tuesday.
Kraft's move to IR was merely a formality after head coach Matt LaFleur confirmed Monday that the third-year tight end sustained a season-ending ACL tear in Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Panthers. Luke Musgrave will serve as the Packers' top pass-catching option at TE.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Out for season with ACL tear
Rotowire
Kraft is slated to miss the remainder of the season after tests on his right knee confirmed that he suffered an ACL tear during Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Panthers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Coming off a career-best performance in the Packers' Week 8 win over the Steelers in which he registered seven catches for 143 yards and two touchdowns on nine targets, Kraft's breakthrough third season has now come to a screeching halt. The Packers haven't revealed whether the tight end sustained any additional ligament damage beyond the ACL tear, but more information should be known once he undergoes surgery in the coming days or weeks. With Kraft bound for injured reserve, the Packers are expected to turn to Luke Musgrave as their top pass-catching option at tight end for the remainder of the season, while blocking specialist John FitzPatrick could also be in line for extra snaps.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Knee injury 'does not look good'
Rotowire
Coach Matt LaFleur said after Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Panthers that Kraft's knee injury "does not look good," Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Kraft exited in the third quarter after his right knee was rolled up on by a Packers teammate during a 15-yard Josh Jacobs carry. The tight end initially was deemed questionable to return but was ruled out in the fourth quarter. LaFleur also told Demovsky that "it's going to be tough" to replace Kraft, but he specifically touched on fellow TE Luke Musgrave, saying he's "played a ton of football for us." Musgrave and John FitzPatrick are the current healthy TEs on Green Bay's active roster, and if Ian Rapoport of NFL Network's report that the team fears that Kraft suffered a torn ACL proves to be accurate, that duo will be tasked with filling the void for the rest of the campaign.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Not returning Sunday
Rotowire
Kraft (knee) won't return to Sunday's game against the Panthers.
Kraft injured his right knee when he was rolled up on while blocking during a 15-yard run from Josh Jacobs in the third quarter. Kraft will finish Week 9 action with two catches (on three targets) for 20 yards. The severity of the issue isn't known, but John FitzPatrick and Luke Musgrave figure to take on larger roles if Kraft is forced to miss any time.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Injures knee Sunday
Rotowire
Kraft sustained a knee injury during Sunday's game against the Panthers.
Kraft was rolled up on by a teammate while attempting to block during a Josh Jacobs 15-yard run early in the third quarter. Kraft needed assistance to reach the sideline before the Packers announced the nature of the health concern. He had two catches (on three targets) for 20 yards at the time he exited.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Explodes for two scores on SNF
Rotowire
Kraft hauled in seven of nine targets for 143 yards and a pair of touchdowns in Sunday's 35-25 win over the Steelers.
Kraft scored the Packers' first and final touchdowns in a thrilling comeback victory, fittingly resulting in a career night on National Tight Ends Day. The 24-year-old was already riding a hot streak after scoring in each of his previous two outings, and he managed to surpass the combined production from those two starts with Sunday's statistical explosion. Kraft bumped his season line up to 29-469-6 through seven games, making him a premier fantasy option for next Sunday's tilt against Carolina.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Starting Tight Ends
Rotowire
The Cardinals like to give up big games to tight ends, and hopefully Kraft will follow suit in Week 7. Arizona has allowed four tight ends to score at least 12.2 PPR points this season, including Juwan Johnson, Ja'Tavion Sanders, A.J. Barner and Tyler Warren. Kraft has scored at least 10.6 PPR points in three of his past four games, and he has top-five upside in this matchup on the road.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Scores third touchdown
Rotowire
Kraft recorded two catches on two targets for 43 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-18 win over the Bengals.
Kraft had a quiet day, with Romeo Doubs and Matthew Golden dominating looks among the Green Bay pass catchers. He salvaged the low-volume performance with a pair of big plays, the most important of which was a 19-yard touchdown midway through the fourth quarter. Kraft now has three touchdowns on the season while also recording at least three catches in three of his five games.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Five catches against Dallas
Rotowire
Kraft recorded five receptions on five targets for 56 yards in Sunday's 40-40 overtime tie against Dallas.
Kraft was one of four Packers pass catchers to record at least 50 yards, and he finished third on the team in targets. His biggest impact came on Green Bay's opening possession, when he recorded two receptions for 22 yards and was tackled just short of the goal line. Kraft has at least four targets in all four games this season and has at least 50 receiving yards or a touchdown in three of four contests.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Another limited session
Rotowire
Kraft (knee/elbow) was a limited practice participant Thursday.
Kraft tweaked his knee at practice last Thursday but was able to gut through it this past Sunday in Cleveland, logging 88 percent of the offensive snaps, running a route 67 percent of the time and turning four targets into three catches for 29 yards. So far during Week 4 prep, the third-year TE has operated with a cap on his reps and also has been donning a sleeve on his right leg. Speaking of last week's health scare, Kraft told Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com that his knee "got extended in a weird way" while blocking. Kraft will have one more chance to get back to a full practice this week, and Friday's injury report will reveal whether or not he has a designation ahead of Sunday's visit to the Cowboys.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Limited by pair of injuries
Rotowire
Kraft was limited at Wednesday's practice due to knee and elbow injuries.
Kraft tweaked his left knee at practice last Thursday, but he was able to start this past Sunday's game in Cleveland and pace Packers tight ends in snap share (88 percent). His pass-catching prowess from the first two weeks of the season wasn't evident, though, as he hauled in three of four targets for 29 yards and no touchdowns. Kraft getting on-field work to begin Week 4 prep generally is a good sign that he'll be available Sunday at Dallas, but his status still bears watching as the week goes on to ensure he'll be available.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Likely to play Sunday
Rotowire
Kraft (knee) remains listed as questionable but is expected to play Sunday against the Browns, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Kraft tweaked his left knee during Thursday's practice and then sat out Friday's session entirely, but the tight end looks like he'll avoid missing any game action. In any case, fantasy managers planning on using Kraft in Week 3 will still want to confirm that he's active for Sunday's contest, with official word on that front set to arrive when Green Bay releases its inactive list 90 minutes prior to the 1 p.m. ET kickoff. Through the first two weeks of the season, Kraft has performed as one of the top fantasy tight ends with eight catches for 140 yards and two touchdowns on 11 targets to go with a three-yard carry.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Listed as questionable
Rotowire
Kraft (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Cleveland.
Kraft injured his knee during Thursday's practice and was held out Friday. The Packers don't believe he has a long-term injury but seem far less confident in the tight end's Week 3 availability. Luke Musgrave figures to take over most of Kraft's snaps and routes if the Packers list Kraft as inactive ahead of the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff this Sunday.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Quiet after early TD
Rotowire
Kraft caught two of four targets for 16 yards and a touchdown while rushing once for three yards in Sunday's 27-13 win over the Lions.
Kraft got the scoring started with a 15-yard touchdown catch on the opening drive, but he had just one yard thereafter. His four targets tied for second on the team behind Jayden Reed's five as the Packers spread the ball out on offense. Luke Musgrave was limited to four yards on one target, so Kraft's safely established atop the depth chart after his breakout sophomore season. The Packers have a short week before Thursday's Week 2 home game versus the Commanders.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Returns to practice Tuesday
Rotowire
Kraft (groin) is participating in Tuesday's practice, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
Kraft missed practice Saturday due to a groin injury, but he appears to be back on the field without limitations. The 2023 third-round pick impressed in terms of YAC in 2024 while mostly garnering receptions close to the line of scrimmage, but heading into Year 3 there's been some buzz that Kraft could get more involved downfield, a development that would increase his odds of truly breaking out for fantasy purposes. Still, given Green Bay's crowded pass-catching corps, it could be a struggle for Kraft to command consistent targets on a weekly basis, especially if fellow tight end Luke Musgrave stays healthy.
... See More... See Less
Packers' Tucker Kraft: Dealing with groin injury
Rotowire
Kraft was unable to practice Saturday due to a groin injury, Bill Huber of SI.com reports.
Kraft had gotten through training camp with a clean bill of health prior to this injury, and there had been some buzz about him becoming a more impactful member of the Packers' offense this season. There's no indication that this injury will threaten his status to begin the campaign, but little is known at this point.
