Green Bay Packers prepare for season opener amid personnel concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 11:08 PM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
The Green Bay Packers enter the 2026 season opener managing significant absences on their offensive roster. Running back Josh Jacobs remains on the commissioner exempt list, leaving the backfield without its primary workload option. Tight end Tucker Kraft returns to the lineup after missing time following an ACL tear last November. Analysts highlight Kraft as a focal point for the offense, citing his ability to gain yards after the catch. His return is viewed as a variable for the performance of quarterback Jordan Love as the team attempts to improve its standing in the NFC North. Reports indicate potential snap limits for Kraft as he works back into full game participation.
- •Josh Jacobs is unavailable for the season opener while on the commissioner exempt list.
- •Tucker Kraft returns following an ACL injury sustained in November.
- •Kraft caught 32 passes for 489 yards and six touchdowns during eight games last season.
- •The team may manage Kraft's return with a snap count.
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"The Green Bay Packers will open the 2026 season with much attention on what’s missing from their offense.Josh Jacobs is on the commissioner exempt list, while Tucker Kraft has not played a regular-season snap since tearing his ACL last November.Kraft, however, could quickly give Green Bay a reason to look much more dangerous than those […] The post Packers’ 1,500-Yard Veteran Gets ‘Freight Train’ Verdict Ahead of Season Opener appeared first on HEAVY.
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