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Tucker Kraft Returns to Practice, Targets Week 1 Return

8/19/2026

Summary

Story summary

Tucker Kraft returned to 11-on-11 practice on August 16, his first drills since tearing his ACL on November 2, 2025.
He caught five passes, including a 12-yard touchdown from quarterback Jordan Love.
He led Green Bay with 32 catches for 489 yards and six touchdowns in eight games before the injury.
He will suit up for Week 1 on September 13 versus the Minnesota Vikings, though he expects snaps only after midseason.

History

Historical Context

In 2014, Packers star wide receiver Jordy Nelson suffered a torn ACL, sidelining him for the remainder of the NFL season. Nelson returned in 2015, recording 71 catches for 1,068 yards and seven touchdowns, helping Green Bay secure a 10-4 record. Tucker Kraft’s August 2026 comeback mirrors Nelson’s path, as the rookie wideout aims to contribute after his November 2, 2025 ACL tear. If Kraft matches Nelson’s production, Green Bay could sustain its offensive rhythm, influencing the Packers’ playoff prospects through the 2026 season.

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Story summary

Tucker Kraft returned to 11-on-11 practice on August 16, his first drills since tearing his ACL on November 2, 2025.
He caught five passes, including a 12-yard touchdown from quarterback Jordan Love.
He led Green Bay with 32 catches for 489 yards and six touchdowns in eight games before the injury.
He will suit up for Week 1 on September 13 versus the Minnesota Vikings, though he expects snaps only after midseason.

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