Packers Get Injury update on rising star that’s worrying, Though it could have been far worse for Green Bay
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GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers received a worrisome update on Thursday: tight end Tucker Kraft, who has emerged as the offense’s primary receiving option to start the season, suffered a knee injury during practice ahead of the Week 3 matchup with the Cleveland Browns.
Even so, the situation could have been worse. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, it is not expected to be a long-term issue. The exact nature of the injury remains unclear; Kraft will be added to the injury report, and there is no indication yet of how much time he might miss.
Given Kraft’s importance over the middle and in the red zone, the Packers are likely to adjust target distribution and personnel packages depending on his readiness in the coming days. Any decision on his availability will hinge on workload tolerance and how the knee responds after each practice.
Head coach Matt LaFleur:
“We’ll be cautious, evaluate it day by day, and only bring him back when both the medical staff and he himself are truly confident—no rushing, no gambling with the future.”
The Packers will continue to monitor the situation and update the injury report before game day. While deeper evaluations are pending, Green Bay’s message is clear: prioritize full recovery while maintaining tactical flexibility to keep the offense on schedule.
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