Green Bay Packers: Tucker Kraft predicted to be the 1st tight end in franchise history to accomplish impressive feat
The Green Bay Packers are starting off the 2026 NFL season already dealing with some significant absences. All-Pro pass rusher Micah Parsons is starting the year on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list as he continues to recover from his torn ACL. That, however, was to be expected. The Packers have been saying for [...]
The Green Bay Packers begin the 2026 NFL season facing notable absences. Quarterback Jordan Love's star running back, Josh Jacobs, is on the commissioner's exempt list following misdemeanor charges from his May arrest. Meanwhile, All-Pro pass rusher Micah Parsons remains sidelined due to a torn ACL. Despite Parsons' absence and Jacobs' legal issues, tight end Tucker Kraft is making a strong recovery.
Kraft, who suffered a torn ACL earlier in the season, had previously caught 32 passes for 489 yards and six touchdowns before his injury. Currently, he leads the team in touchdown receptions. CBS Sports analyst Douglas Clawson predicts Kraft will lead all NFL tight ends in receiving yards in the upcoming season. This is due to his exceptional career reception yard after catch (YAC) average of 9.1 per reception.
However, Kraft may be limited early in the season, potentially hindering his yardage. With Jacobs out indefinitely, the Packers offense will likely see more passing plays, benefiting Kraft, who is a top target for Love. As the season progresses, securing Kraft in an extension will be crucial to prevent his value from skyrocketing.
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