Tucker Kraft Injury Update: Packers Tight End “OK” After Knee Scare Before Browns Game
Tucker Kraft, the breakout tight end for the Green Bay Packers, gave fans a scare on September 18, 2025, when he left practice with a left knee injury. Fortunately, early reports suggest the injury is not serious, and Kraft may still be available for the team’s Week 3 matchup against the Cleveland Browns.
Kraft was added to the injury report as a limited participant after tweaking his knee during Thursday’s drills. Trainers evaluated him immediately, and he returned for light activity later in the session.
NFL insiders Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport confirmed that Kraft “checked out OK” after testing, with no signs of structural damage. The Packers will monitor his condition closely and release an official game status on Friday.
Through two games, Kraft has become a top target for quarterback Jordan Love, especially with key receivers sidelined. His stats include:
8 catches
140 yards
2 touchdowns
His Week 2 performance against Washington featured 124 receiving yards, the most by a Packers tight end in a single game in a decade.
If Kraft is ruled out, the Packers will turn to:
Luke Musgrave – athletic but injury-prone
John FitzPatrick – blocking specialist
Ben Sims – inactive so far this season
With Jayden Reed and Christian Watson also unavailable, the Packers’ passing game could face serious challenges.
Head coach Matt LaFleur remains cautiously optimistic, saying, “We’re hopeful it’s nothing serious.” Kraft has never missed a regular-season game since entering the NFL in 2023, making this injury scare especially notable.
The Packers face the Browns on Sunday, September 21, with kickoff set for noon CT. Kraft’s presence could be pivotal in maintaining their undefeated start.
The Tucker Kraft injury scare may have rattled Packers fans, but early signs point to a short-term issue. As one of the team’s most dynamic offensive weapons, Kraft’s availability will be a key storyline heading into Week 3.
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