Tucker Kraft returns to 11-on-11 drills with Packers after ACL injury
4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft is set to participate in 11-on-11 drills during practice today, marking his full return since tearing his ACL on November 2, 2025. Kraft had limited participation in training camp until now but reported no ongoing concerns regarding his recovery. Prior to his injury, he had a standout first half of the season, leading tight ends in multiple receiving categories and playing a vital role in the Packers' offensive performance. Kraft aims to build on his previous success as he progresses through training camp.
- •Kraft tore his ACL on November 2, 2025, against Carolina.
- •He recorded 32 receptions, 489 yards, and six touchdowns in 2025.
- •Kraft led all tight ends in yards after the catch before his injury.
- •Packers scored 27.6 points per game with Kraft prior to his injury.
- •Coach Matt LaFleur and GM Brian Gutekunst express confidence in Kraft's return.
- 9:34 PMYahoo Sports — Tucker Kraft already in midseason form as Packers TE dominates at practice
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Tucker Kraft Reveals Plan For When Packers Will Unleash Him
- 9:20 PMYahoo Sports — Packers' Tucker Kraft does 11-on-11 drills or first time since injury as he awaits new contract
- 4:31 PMYahoo Sports — Tucker Kraft takes huge step in injury recovery at Packers practice
- 3:28 PMYahoo Sports — Packers TE Tucker Kraft Ready For 11-on-11 Drills
"Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft marked the latest step in his return from a torn anterior cruciate ligament by spiking the ball after catching a touchdown pass in 11-on-11 drills Sunday. Kraft is hopeful that he also will be celebrating a new contract before the start of the season. “I think we’re a different team when I’m out on the field, and I think that’s obvious,” Kraft said Sunday after participating in 11-on-11 for the first time since tearing his right ACL last November.
"Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft has said the plan for his return from his ACL injury has always been Week 1. However, now that he has returned to 11-on-11 practice sessions, he has a bit more of a specific plan for how he will be used.Kraft told reporters that the Packers’ plan is […] The post Tucker Kraft Reveals Plan For When Packers Will Unleash Him appeared first on HEAVY.
"Packers tight end Tucker Kraft looks like he won't miss a beat upon his return from injury this season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 18, 2026, 9:34 PMTucker Kraft already in midseason form as Packers TE dominates at practice
Packers tight end Tucker Kraft looks like he won't miss a beat upon his return from injury this season.
- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 11:00 PMTucker Kraft Reveals Plan For When Packers Will Unleash Him
Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft has said the plan for his return from his ACL injury has always been Week 1. However, now that he has returned to 11-on-11 practice sessions, he has a bit more of a specific plan for how he will be used.Kraft told reporters that the Packers’ plan is […] The post Tucker Kraft Reveals Plan For When Packers Will Unleash Him appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 9:20 PMPackers' Tucker Kraft does 11-on-11 drills or first time since injury as he awaits new contract
Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft marked the latest step in his return from a torn anterior cruciate ligament by spiking the ball after catching a touchdown pass in 11-on-11 drills Sunday. Kraft is hopeful that he also will be celebrating a new contract before the start of the season. “I think we’re a different team when I’m out on the field, and I think that’s obvious,” Kraft said Sunday after participating in 11-on-11 for the first time since tearing his right ACL last November.
- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 4:31 PMTucker Kraft takes huge step in injury recovery at Packers practice
Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft took the latest step toward being ready for Week 1.
- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 3:28 PMPackers TE Tucker Kraft Ready For 11-on-11 Drills
Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft is expected to begin doing 11-on-11 drills at practice today.
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