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Packers Clear Tucker Kraft, Lose Zach Tom to Reinjury in Browns Loss

LaFleur later called Tom’s activation a mistake, highlighting how thin Green Bay’s protection proved against Cleveland.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - JANUARY 12: Zach Tom #50 of the Green Bay Packers lines up before the snap during an NFL football wild card playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on January 12, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Sep 11, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft (85) looks on after the game against the Washington Commanders at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Tucker Kraft tweaked his knee in Thursday’s practice, was listed questionable, then was officially active for Week 3 after multiple reports said he was expected to play.
  • Right tackle Zach Tom returned from an oblique injury but reaggravated it on the Packers’ first offensive play and exited, with cameras showing him visibly emotional on the sideline.
  • Coach Matt LaFleur said there was regret in activating Tom, as Green Bay’s protection faltered in a 13-10 defeat to the Browns with Jordan Love sacked five times.
  • With Jayden Reed on injured reserve, Kraft’s availability preserved a key receiving option after he led the team through two games in catches, yards and touchdowns following a Week 2 breakout.
  • The Packers’ short inactive list contrasted with Cleveland ruling out RT Jack Conklin, and Green Bay’s backup linemen struggled after Tom’s exit against the Browns’ pass rush.