Packers TE Luke Musgrave expected to be placed on injured reserve, says coach Matt LaFleur

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Packers' tight end Luke Musgrave sidelined with ankle injury

Why it matters: The absence of Luke Musgrave poses a challenge for the Green Bay Packers, as they lose their leading receiver among tight ends from last season.

Musgrave's injury:

  • Musgrave sustained an ankle injury in Week 4 against the Vikings.
  • He did not play in the recent game against the Rams and is likely to be placed on injured reserve.
  • Despite the seriousness of his injury, Musgrave showed toughness by suiting up for Sunday's game.

Impact on the team:

  • The Packers will need to rely on other tight ends, such as Tucker Kraft and John FitzPatrick, to fill the void left by Musgrave.
  • Kraft has emerged as the team's No. 1 tight end this season and has been productive with 22 catches for 218 yards and three touchdowns.
  • The team hopes to have Musgrave back later in the season, with November 17 being the earliest eligibility for him to play.

Quotes from Matt LaFleur and Tucker Kraft:

  • LaFleur praised Musgrave's grit and competitiveness despite the severity of his injury.
  • Kraft expressed that Musgrave is now on the mend, emphasizing the importance of his recovery.

What to watch: Keep an eye on how the Packers adjust their offensive strategies without Musgrave and how Kraft and FitzPatrick step up to fill the void.

The bottom line: The Packers will face the challenge of navigating through Musgrave's absence and finding alternative options at the tight end position to maintain offensive production.