Thu, Oct 10, 5:55 PM EDTRob Demovskyespn5 analyses
The Green Bay Packers will likely be without tight end Luke Musgrave for at least another month due to an ankle injury sustained in Week 4. Coach Matt LaFleur indicated that Musgrave is 'more than likely' headed to injured reserve, following a limited practice participation. Musgrave's absence comes as the Packers look to utilize multiple tight end sets, with Tucker Kraft stepping up in his place.
  • Luke Musgrave is expected to be out for at least a month due to an ankle injury.
  • Tucker Kraft has emerged as the primary tight end in Musgrave's absence.
Luke Musgrave | TE
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Injury
Week 4
5 receptions
22 rec yards
  • Likely headed to injured reserve due to ankle injury.
  • Had only five catches for 22 yards this season before injury.
Tucker Kraft | TE
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Breakout
Week 5
22 receptions
218 rec yards
3 rec TDs
  • Surpassed Musgrave as the team's No. 1 tight end this season.
  • Coming off a two-touchdown game against the Rams.
John FitzPatrick | TE
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Pickup
  • Signed off the Falcons practice squad to fill Musgrave's roster spot.
Ben Sims | TE
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Pickup
  • Expected to see more snaps with Musgrave out.
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  • Facing challenges with tight end depth due to Musgrave's injury.
  • Relying on multiple tight end sets with Kraft leading the way.