Overview
- Kraft told reporters Wednesday that his rehab is ahead of schedule and he expects to be cleared to play the Sept. 13 season opener with no snap count.
- The tight end plans to begin training camp on the Physically Unable to Perform list but says camp conditioning will give him the time needed to return without restrictions.
- Kraft tore his right ACL on Nov. 2, 2025 and missed the rest of that season after compiling 32 catches for 489 yards and six touchdowns in eight games.
- With one year left on his rookie deal, Kraft said he wants to stay in Green Bay and the team’s front office has signaled he is an extension priority though talks may wait for medical certainty.
- Peers and insiders, including George Kittle, have publicly praised Kraft and his return would restore a key two‑way piece of the Packers’ offense while shaping the tight end market if he returns to form.