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Packers TE John FitzPatrick Carted Off With Achilles Injury as Depth Dwindles

Head coach Matt LaFleur said the team will evaluate practice-squad call-ups to cover the shortage.

Overview

  • FitzPatrick suffered a non-contact Achilles injury during the loss to the Bears and was ruled out for the rest of the game.
  • Achilles injuries are typically season-ending, and multiple reports indicate his 2025 campaign is likely over.
  • The position group is depleted with Tucker Kraft out for the season with an ACL tear and Josh Whyle sidelined by a concussion, leaving Luke Musgrave as the lone healthy tight end.
  • LaFleur said he and GM Brian Gutekunst will discuss options, with practice-squad tight ends Drake Dabney and McCallan Castles under consideration and external signings not ruled out.
  • Green Bay remains the NFC No. 7 seed after the Chicago defeat, increasing urgency to add depth before remaining games against the Ravens and Vikings.