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Green Bay Packers name Tucker Kraft team captain for 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 3:54 AM

Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Green Bay Packers name Tucker Kraft team captain for 2026 season

Summary

The Green Bay Packers selected Tucker Kraft as one of five team captains for the 2026 season. This appointment marks the second consecutive year that Kraft has served as an offensive captain for the organization. Kraft enters the upcoming campaign following a significant recovery period. The tight end missed a portion of the 2025 season after sustaining a torn ACL. He is scheduled to make his return to the field during the team's upcoming contest against the Minnesota Vikings. Kickoff for the game is set for 3:25 p.m. this Sunday.

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•Tucker Kraft is one of five captains selected for the Packers.
•This is Kraft's second year serving as an offensive captain.
•Kraft returns after missing time with a 2025 ACL injury.
•The Packers play the Minnesota Vikings this Sunday.
•The opening game is scheduled for a 3:25 p.m. kickoff.

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3:54 AMYahoo Sports — Tucker Kraft named team captain for Packers

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GREEN BAY, W.I. (KELO) — Timber Lake native and former SDSU Jackrabbit Tucker Kraft was named one of five team captains for the Green Bay Packers ahead of the 2026 season. This is Kraft’s second season as an offensive captain for the Packers. This Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings Kraft is set to make his […]
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