Packers report injuries, roster moves and practice updates ahead of season

Green Bay Packers coaches held a closed practice at the Don Hutson Center on Aug. 9, concluding around 12:45 p.m. The session featured quarterback Jordan Love working with tight end Tucker Kraft, who returned from the physically unable to perform list after ACL surgery. Rookie kicker Trey Smack made two of three attempts, including a 43-yard field goal and a missed 48-yard try that struck the upright.

Defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon gave first-team cornerback reps to free-agent signing Benjamin St-Juste, while rookie running back Brandon Cisse continued to play every snap with the first team. Wide receiver Savion Williams caught a 60-yard touchdown pass from Kyle McCord.

The offensive line saw right guard Jacob Monk replace Anthony Belton, who had shifted to right tackle while right tackle Zach Bako-Bewale was out. Tucker Kraft, who missed the recent Family Night event, returned to practice and expects to be fully ready for the regular-season opener on Sept. 13.

The team added wide receiver Kisean Johnson from the practice squad and waived undrafted rookie cornerback Marlon Jones to make room. Injuries kept several players out, including linebacker Edgerrin Cooper (foot), wide receivers Matthew Golden (toe) and Jayden Reed (ankle), and tight end Josh Whyle (neck). Veteran defensive tackle Javon Hargrave and running back Chris Brooks returned after time on the PUP list.

Coach Matt LaFleur noted 20 penalties during the recent Family Night, emphasizing the need to reduce false starts and other infractions. The Packers will open the preseason on Thursday, Aug. 13, at Pittsburgh, and the regular season begins with a road game against the Minnesota Vikings on Sept. 13.