This was expected. Tucker Kraft opening training camp on the active/PUP list aligns with Green Bay’s expected, cautious approach during his knee rehabilitation. Prior to his injury, Kraft showcased elite efficiency, posting 2.56 Yards Per Route Run (No. 2) and a +39.0-percent Target Premium (No. 2).
The Packers will retain roster flexibility until he passes physical checks, leaving his Week 1 availability on track without rushing his timeline. Luke Musgrave is also headed to the PUP, solidifying Kraft as PlayerProfiler’s TE5 in seasonal leagues.
UPDATE: Kraft was activated from the active/PUP list on July 31, 2026.
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Here we go. Tucker Kraft has publicly stated that he would be ready for Week 1 and play without a pitch count, though an initial stint on the PUP list remains expected to start training camp following his Week 9 ACL tear. With training camp upon us, Kraft is suddenly reticent to make any playing status commitments.
Before the injury, Kraft logged high-end efficiency metrics, posting a +39.0-percent Target Premium (No. 2) and 2.56 Yards Per Route Run (No. 2) while averaging 14.7 Fantasy Points Per Game. Monitor his practice reps throughout August to confirm his readiness, but assume Kraft will either open the season on the short-term IR or be eased back slowly. Luke Musgrave would start if Kraft is unable to play in September.
Green Bay TE Tucker Kraft said he “should be full go” by Week 1 despite suffering a torn ACL in Week 9 of last season. An early stint on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list is routine for his recovery timeline and shouldn’t panic fantasy managers.
This report is a good reminder that Kraft is still months away from being 100% healthy and should be drafted with caution in seasonal leagues. Before the injury, Kraft showcased metric efficiency with a +39.0-percent Target Premium, ranking No. 2 at the position while pacing for 14.7 Fantasy Points Per Game.
Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft is expected to open training camp on the PUP list to build up his conditioning following a Week 9 ACL tear. Before the injury derailed his season, Kraft was highly efficient, posting a +39.0-percent Target Premium (No. 2) and 2.56 Yards Per Route Run (No. 2) to finish as the TE10 in Fantasy Points Per Game with 14.7.
While the temporary camp restriction will suppress his early-season fantasy floor, Kraft is available at a disproportionate discount in both best ball and dynasty fantasy football formats.
Tucker Kraft is targeting a Week 1 return to the Packers’ lineup after tearing his ACL last November. Before the injury, he was pacing for 14.7 Fantasy Points Per Game and a super-efficient +39.0-percent (No. 2) Target Premium.
Take this report with a grain of salt as November ACL tears typically require a PUP stint to start the year. Tucker’s output was fueled by an astonishing 7.8 Yards After Catch Per Target before his season cut short, which will be impossible to replicate coming off an aggressive ACL recovery timeline. Tucker is a better dynasty than best ball value right now. Meanwhile, Luke Musgrave lurks to pick up the pieces if Tucker suffers a setback.
The Green Bay Packers suffered a significant loss in Week 9 as their star tight end and focal point in the passing game, Tucker Kraft, suffered a torn ACL. Kraft was second on the team for receptions with 32, only behind Romeo Doubs(34). He had a target share of 18.8% which doubles inside the red zone at 36.7%
This injury opens the door for backup tight end Luke Musgrave or another receiver to show they have what it takes to keep the Packers atop a tough NFC North division, or for a trade to be made for a playoff push. The news is not only devastating to the Packers, who relied so heavily on Kraft’s yards-after-the-catch ability, but also leaves fantasy managers in a panic, as he was in the middle of a breakout season and cementing himself as a top tight end option in all formats.
Author: Dane Madoche(@FF_DaMaddog)
