Forgotten Packers tight end is attracting multiple trade offers
The Green Bay Packers no longer need Luke Musgrave. The third-year tight end is not involved in the offense as a pass catcher, drawing seven targets all year. Even for blocking assignments, the Packers have deployed him sparingly. There is an obvious reason for his relegation to the sidelines. That reason is Tucker Kraft, who has emerged as one of the NFL’s top tight ends and already notched two 100-yard games this season. With Kraft on the field for 469 snaps, third-most among tight ends, Musgrave is simply irrelevant.
His status on the roster is clear for all to see, and teams are calling the Packers with buy-low offers. Per Easton Butler of Packer Report, both the Chiefs and Jaguars have had a chat with GM Brian Gutekunst about the possibility of acquiring Musgrave. So far, the offers haven’t been good enough to pique the Packers’ interest.
Despite all the injuries, Musgrave is worth more than three magic beans
Via Butler:
Even with Musgrave’s reduced role in Green Bay, there is value in having him around in case Kraft gets injured, or just to plug him here and there to give the TE1 a breather. How bad would it look if the Packers flipped Musgrave for a 5th-round pick and Kraft got hurt two weeks later? He has already had one injury scare this season, a knee injury in practice that, thankfully, ended up being minor.
Green Bay Packers: Will Luke Musgrave's Return Affect Tucker Kraft? Matt LaFleur Teases Big Plans for 2-Tight Ends Attack 2 Tight ends Kraft (85) and Luke Musgrave (88) during the 2023 Green Bay Packers’ rookie minicamp on Friday, May 5, 2023 at the Don Hutson Center indoor practice facility in Ashwaubenon, Wis. Wm. Glasheen USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Of course, with John FitzPatrick also available for backup duties – the Packers have some flexibility. A former 213th overall pick, FitzPatrick probably doesn’t have Musgrave’s ceiling, whatever that may be at this point in his career, even with the latter’s injury history. Still, FitzPatrick is a body at the tight end position.
Musgrave himself is a former 2nd round pick, taken 42nd overall in 2023, the same draft in which Green Bay chose Kraft 36 picks later. Injuries limited Musgrave to 18 games during his first two seasons, paving the way for Kraft to surge ahead of him on the depth chart. Before injuries erased his rookie December, he was the more featured of the two tight ends in Green Bay’s offense. In 11 games he caught 34 passes for 355 yards.
In the playoffs that year, it was Musgrave, not Kraft, who produced at a higher clip. In the Wild Card Round against Dallas, he hauled in three catches for 52 yards and a touchdown.
Packers fired up about Luke Musgrave's 2025 upside 2 Green Bay Packers tight end Luke Musgrave (88) catches a pass during Green Bay Packers Family Night on Aug. 2, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis.
Health issues caught up to him last season, however, and Kraft was well on his way taking over the lead role, anyway. Musgrave totaled 45 receiving yards in seven games last season and has six receptions for 54 yards in 2025. Clearly he is dispensable, meaning the Packers should listen to offers, and yes FitzPatrick exists, but he is valuable enough as a backup that they shouldn’t throw him away for cheap.
Good News: Red Sox Hero Mike Timlin Bikes 192 Miles in Heartfelt Tribute to Late Teammate Tim Wakefield, Turning Grief into Courage to Fight Cancer's Cruel Grip
Boston, MA – November 2, 2025
Timlin, known for his postseason heroics and his pivotal role in the Red Sox’s 2004 World Series championship, dedicated the ride to his dear friend, who passed away from a form of brain cancer in May 2025. The route, which began at Fenway Park, the iconic home of the Red Sox, traversed scenic Massachusetts landscapes before ending at a cancer research facility in Wakefield's honor.
“I’m just trying to keep his memory alive,” Timlin said, fighting back tears as he completed the final stretch. “Tim was a fighter, on and off the field. He was always there for his teammates, his family, and his fans. This ride is my way of keeping his spirit going and showing that we’re all in this fight together.”
Timlin's 192-mile journey wasn't just symbolic; it was a powerful call to action. The ride raised over $500,000 for cancer research, with the funds going directly to a charity established in Wakefield’s name, which supports both medical research and patient assistance programs. The event, dubbed “Miles for Wake,” was attended by hundreds of Red Sox fans, former players, and supporters, all coming together for a shared cause.
As he pedaled through the miles, Timlin was joined by several former teammates, including Jason Varitek and Kevin Youkilis, who all reflected on Wakefield’s indomitable spirit. “Tim was the heartbeat of our team,” said Varitek. “He was the guy who could always be counted on, whether it was in the clubhouse or on the mound. This is just a small way to say ‘thank you’ for everything he did for us and for this community.”
The tribute ride comes just months after the Red Sox organization announced they would be dedicating a plaque at Fenway Park in Wakefield's memory. The ceremony is set to take place in early 2026, cementing Wakefield’s place in Red Sox lore forever.
Timlin’s ride, however, goes beyond sports—it represents the raw, human side of the game. “It’s about the fight,” Timlin added. “We all face battles, and cancer is one of the toughest. But Tim showed us how to fight, how to love, and how to keep pushing forward.”
In a world where athletes are often seen only for their performances, Timlin's tribute to Wakefield reminds us that the true measure of a player’s legacy isn’t just about what happens on the field—it’s about the impact they leave on others, and the lives they change. Through his 192-mile ride, Mike Timlin has ensured that Tim Wakefield’s legacy will continue to inspire and fuel the fight against cancer, just as Wakefield inspired countless fans and teammates during his life.
As fans across the world celebrate Timlin’s monumental feat, they’re reminded that the fight against cancer is not just a battle for patients—it’s a cause that unites us all, transcending the playing field. Timlin’s tribute has proven that even in grief, courage can shine, and the power of friendship can lead to extraordinary acts of resilience.
