LUKE MUSGRAVE NEWS

Lands on injured reserve The Packers placed Musgrave (ankle) on injured reserve Friday.

Impact During a media session Thursday, coach Matt LaFleur revealed that Musgrave "more than likely" would require an IR stint due to the ankle injury that has plagued him the last two weeks, per Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site. Now that the move is official, the team will lean on Tucker Kraft to continue handling a majority share of the TE snaps, while Ben Sims and John FitzPatrick, who was signed off the Falcons' practice squad this week, will be on hand for any reps that linger. LaFleur also told Hodkiewicz that there's hope Musgrave will return later in the season, which implies he may miss more than the required four games on IR during his recovery.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Likely heading to IR Coach Matt LaFleur said Thursday that Musgrave (ankle) "more than likely" will be placed on injured reserve, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

Impact Musgrave didn't practice at all last week due to an ankle injury, and while he was able to suit up this past Sunday at the Rams, he didn't see the field. He then managed a limited session to kick off Week 6 prep Wednesday, but the aforementioned health concern now will require some time to recover from. "He's been delaing with something and fighting through," LaFleur added. "He's gonna be down for some time." There's some "hope" that Musgrave will be able to return later this season, as LaFleur told Hodkiewicz. In the meantime, though, Tucker Kraft will continue to be Green Bay's No. 1 TE, with Ben Sims and newcomer John FitzPatrick filling in behind him.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice Musgrave (ankle) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Musgrave had the same injury last week and technically was active for a 24-19 win over the Rams, but he didn't play any snaps. It's possible he'll actually be available this coming Sunday against the Cardinals, rather than merely kept active in case of a emergency. Even so, Musgrave figures to have a part-time role behind Tucker Kraft, who caught 10 passes for 141 yards and three TDs over the past two games.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

No Week 5 snaps Musgrave did not play a snap in Sunday's 24-19 victory over the Rams.

Impact Musgrave suited up for Sunday's contest, but he did not practice at all last week due to an ankle injury, and he did not wind up stepping on the field. Even if he is fully healthy for Week 6, Musgrave will be behind Tucker Kraft in the pecking order at tight end.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

No Week 5 snaps Musgrave did not play a snap in Sunday's 24-19 victory over the Rams.

Impact Musgrave suited up for Sunday's contest, but he did not practice at all last week due to an ankle injury, and he did not wind up stepping on the field. Unless he is listed on the injury report Musgrave will be available for Week 6, and whenever he returns he will remain behind the emerging Tucker Kraft.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Available in Week 5 Musgrave (ankle) is listed as active Sunday at the Rams, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

Impact Musgrave focused on rehab of an ankle injury instead of practice during Week 5 prep, and it appears to have paid off for the second-year pro after testing out the issue pregame. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, though, Musgrave will be limited compared to past weeks, likely meaning he'll be hard-pressed to approach his typical snap shares of 26-56 percent on the season. Tucker Kraft will handle most of the TE reps for the Packers on Sunday, but Ben Sims and perhaps even Andrew Beck will be tasked with filling in behind him.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Available in Week 5 Musgrave (ankle) is listed as active Sunday at the Rams, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

Impact Musgrave focused on rehab of an ankle injury instead of practice during Week 5 prep, and it appears to have paid off for the second-year pro after testing out the issue pregame. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, though, Musgrave will be limited compared to past weeks, likely meaning he'll be hard-pressed to approach his typical snap shares of 26-56 percent on the season. Tucker Kraft will handle most of the TE reps for the Packers on Sunday, but Ben Sims and perhaps even Andrew Beck will be tasked with filling in behind him.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Will try to play Sunday Musgrave is aiming to test out his injured ankle prior to Sunday's Week 5 game against the Rams in hope of suiting up, but he'll be "limited at best" if he can play, Adam Schefter...

Impact Musgrave has been managing an ankle injury all week and wasn't able to participate in any practice sessions. Though it appears he'll try to play regardless, it seems the tight end is a true game-time call, and his fantasy ceiling will be very limited if he does play and is indeed limited. As it is, Musgrave has logged over 50 percent of Green Bay's offensive snaps in only one contest this season and has just five receptions for 22 yards through four games.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Will try to play Sunday Musgrave, who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams due to an ankle issue, will go through a pregame warmup with the hope of playing Week 5, but he'll be "li...

Impact Musgrave has been managing an ankle injury all week and wasn't able to participate in any practice sessions. Though he's aiming to play at less than full health, the tight end is shaping as a game-time call ahead of the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, and his fantasy ceiling will be limited if he does suit up. As it is, Musgrave has logged over 50 percent of Green Bay's offensive snaps in only one contest this season and has just five receptions for 22 yards through four games.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 5 Musgrave (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's road contest against the Rams, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

Impact According to Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site, Musgrave wasn't able to practice at all this week due to an ankle issue, but the team still is giving the second-year pro a chance to suit up Sunday. Musgrave's status will be clarified, one way or another, about 90 minutes before a 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, but if he's able to suit up he likely will continue to take a back seat to Green Bay's No. 1 TE Tucker Kraft. Meanwhile, Ben Sims would stand to experience an uptick in snaps, at the very least, if Musgrave is inhibited or out.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Idle for another practice Musgrave (ankle) was a non-participant in Thursday's practice, Ryan Wood of USA Today reports.

Impact Musgrave has now missed two straight practices with the ankle issue, so he'll likely need to take the field in at least a limited capacity Friday to have a shot at playing Sunday against the Rams. If Musgrave can't go this weekend, top tight end Tucker Kraft would likely take on an even greater share of the snaps, while Ben Sims would slide up a spot on the depth chart.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Tending to ankle issue Musgrave didn't practice Wednesday due to an ankle injury, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact Musgrave logged a pair of limited sessions last week due to a quad injury before getting back to full participation Friday, which cleared him for Week 4 action. This time around, he skipped all drills to begin the week, suggesting that the current health concern is more serious. It's unclear if Musgrave may be in danger of sitting out Sunday at the Rams, but the next two days of practice likely will be key to determining his availability.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Makes most of opportunities Musgrave was targeted three times and had three receptions for 13 yards in Sunday's 31-29 loss to the Vikings.

Impact Musgrave surpassed both the two receptions and nine yards he racked up over the first three weeks of the season, but his output and snap count (25) still paled in comparison to fellow tight end Tucker Kraft, who was on the field for 65 plays and racked up nine touches and a score. The Packers could utilize more two-tight-end formations if Christian Watson (ankle) misses time, but Musgrave remains well behind Kraft when it comes to fantasy value.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Week 4 Musgrave (quadriceps) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game versus the Vikings.

Impact Both of the Packers' top two tight ends tended to injuries this week, but Tucker Kraft was able to get back to full participation Thursday, while Musgrave did the same Friday. Considering both are clear for Week 4 action, Musgrave will continue to work behind Kraft, which so far has equated to snap shares in the range of 25-56 percent and a cumulative 2-9-0 line on four targets.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Remains limited in practice Musgrave (quadricep) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Bill Huber of SI.com reports.

Impact Tucker Kraft (shoulder) joined Musgrave as a limited participant for the second day in a row, but the Packers haven't indicated that either of their top two tight ends are in danger of missing Sunday's game against the Vikings. Assuming both are cleared to play this weekend, Musgrave will likely operate as the No. 2 option, though he's seen his snap share pick up in each successive game this season. Musgrave topped out with a 56 percent share in this past Sunday's win over the Titans, but he drew just one target on the day.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Limited by quad issue Musgrave practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday due to a quadriceps injury.

Impact The same can be said for the Packers' No. 1 TE Tucker Kraft, who is dealing with a shoulder issue for a second week in a row. Musgrave has increased his snap share each week this season, topping out at 56 percent this past Sunday at Tennessee, but his overall receiving line (2-9-0 on four targets) has left a lot to be desired.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Complementary role continues Musgrave was targeted once and caught one pass for three yards in Sunday's 30-14 victory over the Titans.

Impact Musgrave did not start alongside fellow tight end Tucker Kraft for the first time this season, and although he closed the gap in the snap-count department -- Kraft played 39 to Musgrave's 33 -- the latter once again played a bit role in the offense. Musgrave has tallied just two receptions and four total targets through three weeks, so although starting quarterback Jordan Love (knee) could return in Week 4, something else will have to change before Musgrave is back on the fantasy radar.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Remains second fiddle Musgrave was targeted once and caught one pass for six yards in Sunday's 16-10 victory over the Colts.

Impact Musgrave and fellow tight end Tucker Kraft were both credited with a start for the second time in as many weeks, and Musgrave closed the gap on his counterpart in the snap department after a wide disparity in Week 1. However, Musgrave was on the field for 31 of the 70 plays Green Bay ran in Week 2 while Kraft was out there for 56. Kraft already has a leg up and is receiving ample praise for his blocking abilities, so expect Musgrave to remain the complementary option among the two.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Operates as No. 2 option Musgrave was targeted twice and did not catch in Friday's 34-29 loss to the Eagles.

Impact Musgrave started Friday's contest, but fellow tight end Tucker Kraft did as well, and the latter received 64 snaps to Musgrave's 17. That disparity seemingly puts Musgrave in the backup spot heading into Week 2, so those counting on him in their fantasy leagues should not be shy about considering other options.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 16 • PACKERS.COM

Starts exhibition opener Musgrave started and played seven snaps in Saturday's preseason opener against the Browns.

Impact Musgrave did not draw a target in Saturday's contest, but he also had very few opportunities to do so. Musgrave and fellow second-year player Tucker Kraft figure to handle the bulk of the tight end duties for Green Bay, but Kraft is still getting up to speed after sustaining an offseason pectoral injury, so Musgrave has the upper hand at the moment.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Starts exhibition opener Musgrave started and played seven snaps in Saturday's preseason opener against the Browns.

Impact Musgrave did not draw a target in Saturday's contest, but he also had very few opportunities to do so. Musgrave and fellow second-year player Tucker Kraft figure to handle the bulk of the tight-end duties for Green Bay, but Kraft is still getting up to speed after sustaining an offseason pectoral injury, so Musgrave has the upper hand at the moment.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

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