Packers coach Matt LaFleur provides update on Tucker Kraft's groin injury
"He's been dealing with it for a few days, he's been powering through," LaFleur said following Saturday night's practice. "We thought it was best to give him a couple of days and let that thing come down."
The Packers are off Sunday and don't have an open practice again until Tuesday, so Kraft will have extra time to rest before LaFleur's team enters a crucial week leading into the preseason opener on Saturday night. Considering Kraft practiced through the injury earlier this week, it's likely this is a minor issue. But caution is necessary when handling one of the team's most important offensive players, especially this time of year.
LaFleur also confirmed running back Emanuel Wilson avoided a major injury when he went down during Friday's practice. The initial fear was a significant knee injury.
"We dodged that one. That's some really good news," LaFleur said.
LaFleur did not have an update on rookie Savion Williams, who was pulled from the practice on Saturday night after making a few plays in team periods. The third-round pick had been in the league's concussion protocol.
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