Packers signing ex-Steelers TE Jonnu Smith
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Key Points:
- Packers tight end Kraft is recovering from a season-ending ACL tear and is expected to be eased back into play with a possible snap count to start the 2026 season, making his early fantasy value uncertain.
- Kraft is on track to play in Week 1 and has resumed 11-on-11 drills, though the team may take a conservative approach to his practice participation to ensure full recovery.
- Kraft led the Packers in receptions and receiving yards before his injury last season and remains a top-tier tight end, with expectations of returning to high-end fantasy production despite a cautious start.
- Contract negotiations are a key focus, with Kraft potentially becoming the highest-paid tight end in the NFL before the season begins, following the recent extension of teammate Devonte Wyatt.
- The Packers are monitoring Kraft’s progress closely, emphasizing health benchmarks before full activation, and his return is viewed positively for both real-life performance and fantasy football outlook.
