JOSIAH DEGUARA NEWS

Packers TE Josiah Deguara is 'bringing it' and 'finishing guys' with his run blocking Key comments from Packers’ coordinators and offensive assistants

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • PACKERS.COM

Plays season-high 25 snaps Deguara was targeted three times and caught two passes for nine yards in Sunday's 17-0 victory over the Seahawks.

Impact Deguara didn't provide much help for anyone that threw a dart at him in fantasy contests, but he did play a season-high 25 snaps in Sunday's contest. His role has expanded some since Robert Tonyan (knee) was lost for the season, and he now has two receptions in three straight games after catching just two passes all season prior to that. It could be tough for him to do much more than that Week 11, as he'll remain behind Marcedes Lewis on the depth chart and face a Vikings defense that has allowed tight ends to average a measly 2.8 receptions and 30.5 yards over its last six games.

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hauls in two passes Deguara was targeted twice and caught two passes for 16 yards in Sunday's 13-7 loss to the Chiefs.

Impact Deguara matched the career-high two receptions he recorded Week 8, but he didn't do much for fantasy players who were hoping he would step up in the absence of fellow tight end Robert Tonyan (knee). Deguara will have more opportunities to contribute with Tonyan done for the season, but he played the third-most snaps among Packers tight ends Week 9, so his role wasn't markedly different than it was in previous weeks. Of course, his prospects could improve some once starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers (illness) returns.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Packers TE Josiah Deguara is 'playing full speed' Key comments from Green Bay’s coordinators and offensive assistant coaches

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • PACKERS.COM

Josiah Deguara on hole left by Robert Tonyan's injury: 'We have to step up'  Green Bay Packers TE Josiah Deguara spoke with the media following Monday's practice.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • PACKERS.COM

Career-high two catches Thursday Deguara hauled in both targets for 20 yards in Thursday's 24-21 win at Arizona.

Impact Deguara doubled his catch count on the campaign in the process, and he's likely to earn more work moving forward after Robert Tonyan suffered a torn ACL in the contest. Per Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site, coach Mike LaFleur expects to take a "by-committee" approach at tight end moving forward, and because of the team's TE-heavy scheme Deguara may begin to realize the investment made in him as a third-round pick in the 2020 draft. Aside from Deguara, Green Bay trots out Marcedes Lewis, Dominique Dafney and Tyler Davis at the position.

OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Second reception this season Deguara was targeted once and caught one pass for four yards in Sunday's 24-14 victory over the Bears.

Impact Deguara has caught only two passes all season, but that's one more than he caught last year during his rookie campaign, when a torn ACL limited him to just two appearances. Deguara has played at least 20 percent of the snaps in four straight games, but he is operating as the Packers' third tight end behind Robert Tonyan and Marcedes Lewis.

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains limited at practice Deguara (concussion) practiced on a limited basis Thursday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Deguara remained limited as he recovers from the concussion that he sustained Week 1. It's unclear exactly where he stands in his quest through the protocol for head injuries, but he seems destined to enter the weekend with a questionable designation for Sunday's game at San Francisco. Meanwhile, Dominique Dafney (hip) joined Deguara as a limited participant Thursday, leaving just two healthy tight ends (Robert Tonyan and Marcedes Lewis) on the active roster.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Limited at Wednesday's practice Deguara (concussion) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Deguara missed Monday's win over the Lions after suffering a concussion in the season opener, but his return to practice Wednesday indicates he's progressing in his recovery. The 24-year-old will need to fully clear the concussion protocol to have a chance of suiting up this weekend at San Francisco.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rodgers preps for 49ers, who asked about him before draft

Imagine if Aaron Rodgers was playing for the San Francisco 49ers instead of the Green Bay Packers when the two teams face off Sunday night

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Packers dominate 2nd half, bounce back to beat Lions 35-17

Aaron Jones caught three of Aaron Rodgers’ four touchdown passes and rushed for a fourth score, and the Green Bay Packers had a welcome return to normal after an embarrassing openi...

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Unavailable Monday Deguara (concussion) is inactive for Monday's game against the Lions, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

Impact Deguara was considered doubtful for Monday's contest after sitting out practice all week, so it's not a surprise to see him on the inactive list. Dominique Dafney will serve as Green Bay's No. 3 tight end behind Robert Tonyan and Marcedes Lewis.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lions' Jamaal Williams ready for his return to Green Bay

Detroit Lions running back Jamaal Williams returns to Green Bay on Monday night to face his former team for the first time

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Listed as doubtful Deguara (concussion) is listed as doubtful for Monday's game against the Lions.

Impact Deguara hasn't practiced all week so it would be very surprising to see the 2020 third-round pick available Monday. Any missed time will likely see Dominique Dafney get a larger role along with veteran tight end Marcedes Lewis.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Friday's practice Deguara (concussion) missed practice Friday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Deguara was forced to leave the Packers' season opener early with a concussion. The tight end missed practice Thursday and just missed practice Friday, so his status for Monday's game is uncertain as of now. Expect Dominique Dafney to have a larger role against the Lions if Deguara can't play.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Thursday Deguara (concussion) didn't practice Thursday.

Impact Deguara sustained a concussion in Sunday's season opener against the Saints and was unable to participate in the team's first practice of the week. His status for Monday's game against the Lions will likely come into focus based on whether he's able to return to practice this weekend.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Green Bay Packers tight end Josiah Deguara lost for rest of game after scary concussion Packers tight end Josiah Deguara, who missed most of 2020 with an ACL tear, left Sunday's season opener after taking a hit to the head.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • JSONLINE.COM

Won't return Sunday Deguara suffered a concussion and has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Saints.

Impact It was a scary scene in Jacksonville as Deguara was down for several minutes while trainers looked at him, but he was ultimately able to walk off under his own power. If the 24-year-old can't return for Week 2 against Detroit, Dominique Dafney may get some extra snaps as Green Bay's no. 3 tight end.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Participating in team drills Deguara (knee) participated in team drills during Thursday's practice, Marques Eversoll of The Fan 107.5 reports.

Impact Deguara also participated in team drills during joint practices with the Jets last week, per Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press Gazette, but the second-year tight end didn't suit up for last weekend's preseason game against New York. However, Deguara's continued participation in team drills this week suggests he didn't suffer any sort of setback, so it seems possible he could take the field for the Packers' preseason finale Saturday against the Bills.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

After long rehab, Packers TE Josiah Deguara hasn't missed a beat “Savvy, smart” player has maintained coaching staff’s confidence in multi-faceted role

AUGUST 13, 2021 • PACKERS.COM

Deguara's return boosts Packers' diverse group of tight ends

Green Bay Packers tight end Josiah Deguara says his long recovery from a torn anterior cruciate ligament took a toll on him mentally as well as physically

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

LaFleur: Josiah Deguara 'looks fantastic' in return to practice Packers Head Coach Matt LaFleur spoke to the media prior to Thursday's practice.

AUGUST 12, 2021 • PACKERS.COM

Comes off PUP list The Packers activated Deguara (knee) from the PUP list Wednesday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Impact While Demovsky noted Deguara has been medically cleared from the torn ACL he suffered last Oct. 5 against the Falcons, he likely will be eased into practice considering he's only 10 months removed from the injury. Robert Tonyan is the clear-cut receiving tight end in Green Bay, and Marcedes Lewis handles key blocking duties. As a result, Deguara, a 2020 third-round pick, may be fighting for not much more than a peripheral role in the Packers offense.

AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on PUP list Deguara was placed on the Active/PUP-List Friday, NFL reporter Aaron Wilson reports.

Impact No surprise here, as Deguara is returning from an ACL injury that ended his rookie campaign after just two weeks. Prior to the injury, he saw a substantial amount of first-team reps. In his absence, Robert Tonyan proceeded to enjoy a breakout season and will enter 2021as the team's No. 1 tight end. However, Deguara does not project as a traditional tight end, as he is expected to display his versatitlity in the backfield, on the line and even in the slot. Still, it remains to be seen how close he is to returning to full-contact work.

JULY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could be ready for camp Deguara (knee) may have progressed far enough in his recovery from a torn ACL to participate in the beginning of training camp, Jason Wilde of the Lacrosse Tribune reports.

Impact Deguara handled a substantial amount of first-team reps as a rookie last offseason, but a torn ACL ended his inaugural NFL campaign after just two games. On the bright side, the timing of Deguara's injury should allow him to fully recover by Week 1. Deguara and teammate David Bakhtiari (knee), who is also working his way back from a torn ACL, did rehab work together during OTAs earlier this offseason.

JULY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE