Kristian Welch Injury News & Updates
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Going back to Green Bay
Welch signed with the Packers on Friday, Zach Kruse of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Welch previously played for Green Bay in 2023, when he appeared in 14 regular-season games exclusively as a special-teamer. The veteran linebacker saw time in 2024 with Baltimore and Denver, again working primarily in a special-teams role. Welch will likely reprise his status as a core special-teamer with the Packers next season but could log occasional defensive snaps as a depth linebacker.
Nov 23, 2024
Signed to Ravens' active roster
Baltimore signed Welch from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday.
ANALYSIS
Welch will give the Ravens some depth at inside linebacker, though he's mostly operated on special teams this year. He began the 2024 regular season with the Broncos, accumulating eight tackles (four solo) across six games. Veteran safety Eddie Jackson was waived from the Ravens' 53-man roster in a corresponding move.
Mar 14, 2024
Staying in Green Bay
The Packers re-signed Welch on Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Welch began last season on the Packers' practice squad, but he became an integral part of Green Bay's special teams unit as the year progressed. The 25-year-old linebacker appeared in 12 games in 2023, playing a total of 210 special teams snaps and recording six total tackles. Welch is expected to compete for a similar role this offseason.
Apr 7, 2023
Re-signs with Baltimore
The Ravens re-signed Welch on Friday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Welch was originally an unrestricted free agent and despite not receiving a tender from Baltimore, the 24-year-old will still return to the team for next season. The 2020 undrafted free agent appeared in all 17 games last season logging three tackles (three solo) while playing almost exclusively on special teams. Welch should be expected to have a similar role next season as he'll look to once again add value as a special teamer.
Dec 11, 2022
Clears protocols, ready for action
Welch (concussion) is active for Sunday's game against the Steelers.
ANALYSIS
Welch logged a pair of limited practices before upgrading to full activity in Friday's session due to concussion protocols, and he's since been given the green light to suit up in Pittsburgh this weekend. The 24-year-old is expected to operate in his usual role as a special-teams contributor.
Dec 9, 2022
Iffy for Sunday
Welch (concussion) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
Welch suffered a concussion in Week 13 but was able to record back-to-back limited sessions before ending Week 14 prep as a full participant. He appears to be trending in the right direction, but if Welch is sidelined, Malik Harrison would likely step up as the top reserve linebacker behind Patrick Queen (thigh) and Roquan Smith.
Dec 4, 2022
Leaves with injury
Welch will not return Sunday against the Broncos due to a concussion, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Welch's absence could leave the Ravens light at inside linebacker for the remainder of Sunday's game. In his absence Malik Harrison will likely see increased opportunity behind starters Patrick Queen and Roquan Smith.
Apr 18, 2022
Officially signs with Baltimore
Welch signed a one-year contract with the Ravens on Monday, Ryan Mink of the Ravens' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Welch recorded 13 tackles across 16 appearances last season and mostly operate on special teams. However, the undrafted linebacker out of Iowa could see an increased role in 2022 after the departure of Chris Board his offseason.
Dec 29, 2021
Removed from COVID-19 list
Welch was activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Clifton Brown of the Ravens' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Welch tested positive for the virus and was sidelined for the team's Week 16 loss to the Bengals. However, his return isn't expected to change much, as he's played double-digit defensive snaps just once this season.
Dec 22, 2021
Lands on reserve/COVID list
The Ravens placed Welch on their reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Welch tested positive for the virus and will be forced to miss Week 16 action if he can't produce two negative tests at least 24 hours apart before Sunday. Welch's potential absence won't have much of an impact on the Ravens' defensive capabilities against the Bengals.
Sep 9, 2021
No longer on injury report
Welch (neck) wasn't listed on Thursday's injury report.
ANALYSIS
Welch played almost exclusively on special teams last season, and he's expected to handle a similar role during his second NFL campaign.
Aug 17, 2021
Avoids serious injury
Welch (neck) avoided serious injury as coach John Harbaugh said he suffered a "stinger" during Saturday's preseason game against the Saints.
ANALYSIS
During his rookie season with the Ravens, Welch played 173 of his 181 snaps on special teams. He will likely garner a similar role in 2021.
Apr 17, 2021
Signs tender
Welch signed his exclusive-right tender Saturday, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.
ANALYSIS
Welch played 10 games with the Ravens last season, playing 173 of his 181 snaps on special teams. He logged five tackles in that time. Welch will likely handle a similar role in 2021.
Dec 27, 2020
Active Sunday
Welch (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Giants.
ANALYSIS
The 22-year-old missed last week's win over Jacksonville due to the foot injury, but his absence will be limited to one game. Welch has exclusively played special teams since being promoted from the practice squad in early November.
Dec 24, 2020
Gets back to full speed
Welch (foot) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.
ANALYSIS
Welch will return to the lineup after a one-game hiatus. Since making his season debut in Week 9, Welch has played in six games, making two tackles on special teams.
Dec 18, 2020
Out against Jaguars
Welch (foot) won't play in Sunday's game versus the Jaguars.
ANALYSIS
Since signing with the Ravens in early November, Welch has played in six games, producing two tackles on special teams. He'll aim to return for next week's game against the Giants.
Nov 7, 2020
Signs to 53-man roster
The Ravens signed Welch to the active roster Saturday.
ANALYSIS
The Ravens' linebacker corps had a COVID-19 scare this week, but they've all been cleared of the virus. However, L.J. Fort (finger) has been ruled out, so Welch will add depth at inside linebacker Sunday against the Colts.
Oct 6, 2020
Recovers from injury
Welch (undisclosed) was reinstated to the Ravens' practice squad Tuesday, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.
ANALYSIS
The 22-year-old landed on the practice squad/injured list in mid-September, but he'll return to the practice squad now that he's healthy. Welch mad a strong impression in training camp and could join the active roster if Baltimore needs depth at linebacker.
Sep 15, 2020
Added to practice squad/injured list
Welch (undisclosed) was placed on the Ravens' practice squad/injured list Tuesday, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.
ANALYSIS
Moving the linebacker will open up a spot on the Ravens' practice squad. Welch had an impressive training camp after going undrafted out of Iowa.
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