(LEARFIELD) – The Packers have announced their captains for the 2026 NFL season.
Four of them are returners and one is new. The announcement was made Monday.
The team leaders will be quarterback Jordan Love, tight end Tucker Kraft, safety Xavier McKinney, linebacker Zaire Franklin and special teams member Isaiah McDuffie.
Franklin, who arrived in an offseason trade, is the only newcomer, but he was a captain for the Indianapolis Colts for the past six years.
Kraft talks season opener: Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft is looking forward to Sunday’s season opener and talked about it being just about here.
What is his approach to facing divisional foe in week 1? He said that it is different than most.
Kraft also talked about Vikings safety Harrison Smith, who just re-signed for more more season in Minneapolis.
Personally, Kraft said that he is excited to get back to Minnesota, like a home game, a short drive for personal friends, fans and family members. U.S. Bank is a fun place to play.
Ready to go: With Packers running back Josh Jacobs sidelined due to legal issues, MarShawn Lloyd looks to get the bulk of the carries this Sunday against the Vikings in what will be his first meaningful action after 2 injury riddled seasons.
Lloyd talked about the opener at Minnesota.
He was asked if it is good the Vikings don’t have a lot of tape on him to go by.
As the game draws closer, will the emotion grow all week?
Lloyd talked about preparing for the Brian Flores led Viking defense.
Lloyd said that he’s eager to run the ball, but he is also ready to show off his pass block skills.
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