Lucas Krull Injury News & Updates

Krull underwent surgery to repair the the fractured fifth metatarsal in his left foot Monday and is expected to be out for eight weeks, Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette reports.

Krull broke his left foot in early October, which prompted his placement on injured reserve. The eight-week timeline puts the 27-year-old tight end on pace to return by the end of the regular season or for the start of the postseason, should the Broncos qualify. With Krull on IR and Nate Adkins sustaining a knee injury during Denver's Week 8 win over Dallas, Evan Engram and Adam Trautman are the only healthy tight ends on the Broncos' active roster.

The Broncos placed Krull on injured reserve Saturday due to a broken foot, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

Krull suffered the injury in practice this week and will now miss at least the next four games, though his absence could extend beyond that. Krull has appeared in two games this season, securing two passes for 15 yards on four targets.

Krull (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Eagles.

The foot injury is a new one, as he appeared on Friday's practice report as a DNP. The injury is severe enough for him to be ruled out for Sunday's contest, though his absence won't make too much of an impact as he was a healthy scratch for the Broncos' Week 4 win against the Bengals. With Krull sidelined, Denver's tight end room will consist of Evan Engram, Adam Trautman and Nate Adkins.

Krull (coach's decision) is inactive for Monday night's game against the Bengals.

With Evan Engram (back) returning to the lineup, Krull is the odd man out at tight end for Denver.

Krull caught one of his two targets for nine yards in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Chargers.

Krull played 22 of Broncos' 52 offensive snaps, the most of any Denver tight end ahead of both Adam Trautman (19) and Nate Adkins (18). With teammate Evan Engram (back) ruled out for the contest, Krull was unable to make the most of his opportunity atop the depth chart. Even if Engram is forced to miss more time, the 27-year-old Krull remains far off the fantasy radar due to his limited role in Denver's passing attack. Next up for the Broncos is a matchup against the Bengals in Week 4.

Krull re-signed with the Broncos on Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Krull -- who entered the offseason as an exclusive-rights free agent -- was tendered a contract by the Broncos last month. Now that he's officially been re-signed, Krull will reprise his depth role in a Denver tight end corps that now will be led by newcomer Evan Engram, with Adam Trautman and Nate Adkins also in the mix. In 13 regular-season contests with the Broncos in 2024, Krull posted a 19/152/0 receiving line on 23 targets.

Krull was tendered by the Broncos on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Krull entered the offseason as an exclusive-rights free agent and he will now stick around Denver for a third season in 2025. The tight end caught 19 of 23 targets for 152 yards in 2024 and he'll look to carve out a greater role for himself next season.

Krull finished the 2024 season with 19 catches on 23 targets for 152 yards and no touchdowns.

Krull played 13 games in the 2024 campaign after appearing in just seven games in 2023. The 26-year-old tight end recorded career highs in catches, targets and yards this season while splitting playing time with fellow tight ends Adam Trautman and Nate Adkins. Krull paced the group in receptions and targets, as he became more involved in Denver's offense in his second season with the Broncos. The Pittsburgh product will enter this offseason as an exclusive rights free agent, giving the Broncos the ability to retain Krull as long as they offer him at least a one-year, league-minimum contract. Either way, Krull will look to take a step forward after gaining more experience this season.

Krull caught all three of his targets for 21 yards in Thursday's 34-27 loss to the Chargers.

Krull finished the contest tied in playing time with Adam Trautman, as both tight ends finished the game with 28 offensive snaps. The 26-year-old Krull, however, was the more relied upon pass catcher, seeing three targets while Trautman was targeted just once. With that said, none of Denver's tight ends had a big game, including Nate Adkins who caught two passes for just 18 yards. Krull remains extremely difficult to trust for fantasy purposes while stuck in a timeshare. The Pittsburgh product will have his next opportunity to take a step forward when the Broncos visit the Bengals in Week 17.

Krull caught all three of his targets for 24 yards in Monday's 41-32 win over the Browns.

Krull paced all Denver tight ends in targets, receptions and yards Monday, though he played fewer offensive snaps (22) then both Adam Trautman (37) and Nate Adkins (26). The 26-year-old's involvement in the passing game, though minimal, was an improvement over his last two weeks in which he failed to earn a single target on 38 snaps in that span. Nonetheless, Krull is not seeing enough usage to garner any attention for fantasy purposes. The Broncos will host the Colts on Dec. 15 when they return from their Week 14 bye.

Krull (shoulder) returned to the field Sunday versus the Panthers, Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette reports.

Krull briefly left the game with a shoulder injury, but he has since returned. To this point, the tight end has caught both of his targets for 18 yards against Carolina.

Krull (shoulder) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Panthers, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.

The tight end caught his only target for three yards before exiting. Krull recorded six catches for 57 yards and no scores in three previous games this season. The Broncos do not have another active tight end Sunday beyond starter Adam Trautman.

Krull caught three of four targets for 41 yards in Thursday's 33-10 win over the Saints.

Krull played 29 of the Broncos 65 offensive snaps Thursday, while fellow tight end Adam Trautman played 40 snaps. This comes a week after Krull's playing time nearly doubled that of Trautman against the Chargers in Week 6. Despite the flip in playing time, the 26-year-old Krull was the more effective of the two tight ends, as Trautman was unable to record a single catch on three targets. Meanwhile, Krull's three catches and 41 yards were both season highs for the Pittsburgh product. The 6-foot-6, 260-pounder has continued to push for a more prominent role in Denver's passing attack, and he'll have his next opportunity to do just that when the Broncos host the Panthers in Week 8.

Krull caught two of his four targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 23-16 loss to the Chargers.

In his second game of the 2024 campaign, Krull appeared to take over the lead role at tight end for the Broncos, playing 33 of Denver's 55 offensive snaps, ahead of fellow tight ends Adam Trautman (17) and Nate Adkins (15). The 26-year-old Krull's four targets were the most any Broncos tight end has recorded since Greg Dulcich's eight-target game in Week 2 against the Steelers. It's possible that Krull could take over the top spot on the depth chart in Denver, but that role has not come with much production so far in 2024. The 6-foot-6, 260-pounder will look to build upon this performance when the Broncos visit the Saints in Week 7.

Krull secured his lone target for five yards in Sunday's 34-18 win over the Raiders.

Krull made his season debut Sunday after being a healthy inactive for the first four weeks of the 2024 campaign. The 26-year-old tight end played just 18 of the Broncos' 63 offensive snaps in the contest, behind both Adam Trautman (34) and Nate Adkins (32). Krull's involvement, though limited, coincided with the fact that teammate Greg Dulcich was inactive against the Raiders. It's possible his role as a pass catcher could increase throughout the season with Dulcich struggling to cement himself as a the top option in passing situations as many expected. Until then, Krull should not be trusted for fantasy purposes. The Broncos are set to host the Chargers in Week 6.

Krull is active for Sunday's game against the Raiders, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

After being a healthy inactive for the first four weeks, Krull is set to make his season debut. He caught eight of 14 targets for 95 yards and a touchdown last season and could see an increased role in Week 5 due to Greg Dulcich (coach's decision) being inactive.

Krull (coach's decision) is listed as inactive for Sunday's game at Tampa Bay.

Krull is going to have to wait at least one more week before he makes his first appearance of the 2024 season. The Broncos will have to lean heavily on Greg Dulcich and Adam Trautman for snaps at tight end in Week 3.

Krull (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Seahawks.

The reserve tight end is a clear No. 3 option behind Adam Trautman and Greg Dulcich, rendering his status as a healthy scratch in Week 1 unsurprising.

Krull (toe) returned to practice Wednesday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

Krull exited the Broncos' exhibition game against the Colts on Sunday early with the injury. His quick return will help keep him firmly in the competition for the team's No. 3 tight end spot behind Adam Trautman and Greg Dulcich.

Krull won't return to Sunday's preseason contest against Indianapolis due to a toe injury, Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette reports.

Krull initially headed to the medical tent after getting hurt and was then carted off the field. Prior to his exit, he caught all four of his targets for 31 yards and also lost a fumble. Krull is competing for the No. 3 tight-end role with Denver for the 2024 campaign.

Krull finished the 2023 season with eight catches on 14 targets for 95 yards and a touchdown.

Krull appeared in just seven contests in his first season with the Broncos after spending much of the 2023 campaign on Denver's practice squad. The 25-year-old tight end started his NFL career in New Orleans, appearing in just one game with the Saints. Krull's touchdown in Week 16 of this season was the first of his career while he played a depth role with Greg Dulcich (foot) on injured reserve at the end of the season. The 6-foot-6, 260-pounder is under contract with the Broncos through the 2024 season, so he'll head into the offseason competing to play a larger role in the Denver's offense.

Krull secured both of his targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 16-9 win over the Chargers.

Krull played 33 percent of the team's offensive snaps behind fellow tight ends Adam Trautman (49) and Chris Manhertz (33). The 25-year-old involvement on offense took a dip in Week 17 after seeing five targets in Week 16. With limited opportunities, Krull remains far off the fantasy radar heading into a Week 18 matchup with the Raiders.

Krull secured four of five targets for 28 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 26-23 loss to the Patriots.

Krull's touchdown was his first of the season while his four catches were a season-high in the five games he has appeared. The 25-year-old played 32 percent of Denver's offensive snaps behind fellow tight ends Adam Trautman (49) and Chris Manhertz (35). Despite the limited playing time, Krull's five targets were tied for a team-high in the contest. Even with his increased usage Sunday, Krull should remain far off the fantasy radar when the Broncos host the Chargers in Week 17.

The Broncos signed Krull to their 53-man roster Saturday, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.

Krull had already been elevated to the practice squad three times this season, so it was necessary for Denver to sign him to the active roster in order for him to suit up Saturday. He caught the first pass of his NFL career last week against the Chargers, gaining 35 yards on the play. Krull's spot on the team has come with Greg Dulcich (hamstring) on injured reserve, though Dulcich has been designated to return and could be back as soon as next week.

The Broncos reverted Krull to the practice squad Monday.

Krull was elevated to the active roster for the third time this season. He played 19 snaps -- 17 on offense, two on special teams -- and caught his only target for 35 yards. If the Broncos want to play Krull again this year, they'll have to sign him to the active roster as he's reached the maximum amount of elevations from the practice squad.

The Broncos elevated Krull to their active roster Saturday.

After playing 22 offensive snaps in Denver's Week 13 loss to the Texans, Krull has been elevated to the team's active roster once again. Krull has appeared in three games over the course of his two-year career, and he'll look to log his first NFL catch in Week 14.

Krull reverted to the Broncos' practice squad Monday.

Krull was part of Denver's active roster for the second time this year, falling to reel in his only target, which was ultimately a game-ending interception thrown by Russell Wilson. The tight end will now wait for his next chance to appear in a game with the Broncos.

The Broncos elevated Krull to their active roster Saturday, Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette reports.

Krull has spent the majority of the season on Denver's practice squad, and he's been activated to the team's active roster for the second time this year. The 25-year-old tight end saw playing time in the Broncos' Week 10 win over the Bills, as he was on the field for a total of 26 snaps (20 offensive and six on special teams).

Krull was elevated from the Broncos' practice squad ahead of Monday's game against the Bills, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.

Krull joined Denver's practice squad in September and should receive his first game action with the squad, which would be just his second career NFL appearance after suiting up for one game with the Saints in 2022. The Pittsburgh product may still have difficulty getting on the field and will be more likely to see snaps on special teams than offense.

Krull signed with Denver's practice squad Thursday, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.

Krull will head to Denver after getting waived as part of New Orleans' final roster cuts. The 2022 undrafted free agent appeared in just one game during his rookie season and did not receive a single target.

The Saints waived Krull on Tuesday.

Krull appeared in one game for the Saints last year but didn't see a target across nine offensive snaps. The Pittsburgh product led the Saints in receiving yards during the preseason finale, tallying seven catches on 15 targets for 106 yards, so he's presumably a candidate to rejoin New Orleans on a practice-squad deal if he clears waivers.

Krull caught seven of 15 targets for 106 yards during Sunday's 17-13 preseason defeat against Houston.

Krull led the Saints' receiving corps in targets, receptions and catches against Houston, though he did not haul in the team's lone passing touchdown. Instead, quarterback Jameis Winston hit 36-year-old tight end Jimmy Graham for a three-yard score early in the second quarter. While Krull's performance in the Saints' preseason finale was impressive, it likely won't secure him a roster spot ahead of Tuesday's cutdown deadline, as the team appears very deep at tight end with Juwan Johnson, Foster Moreau and Graham rounding out the top three while Taysom Hill (oblique) slots into his usual jack-of-all-trades role. Krull did spend much of last season on New Orleans' practice squad, and he seems like a shoo-in for a spot on the taxi squad again so long as he doesn't get picked up by another team prior to the regular season.

Krull (tailbone) caught three of eight targets for 30 yards in the Saints' preseason win over the Chargers on Monday night.

The tight end missed the preseason opener against the Chiefs but returned against Los Angeles to play 40 offensive snaps and another seven on special teams. The second-year undrafted free agent is looking to win a final roster spot in New Orleans.

Krull (tailbone) did not practice Sunday, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.

Krull is likely on the outside looking in when it comes to the team's final 53-man roster after he spent most of 2022 on the practice squad. However, he'll need to get back out on the practice field to have a chance, which he'll work to do in the coming days.

The Saints signed Krull to a reserve/future contract Monday.

Krull signed with the Saints as an undrafted free agent in May and joined the team's practice squad after failing to make the initial 53-man roster. He drew one elevation and made his NFL debut in Week 13, but he didn't record any counting stats across nine offensive stats. With his new contract, he'll have a chance to compete for a roster spot during offseason work and 2023 training camp.

Krull reverted to the Saints' practice squad Tuesday, per the NFL's official transaction report.

Krull operated as team's No. 3 tight end in Monday's loss to the Buccaneers. He saw 11 snaps on offense, but he failed to record any stats. With the Saints now on a bye, Juwan Johnson (ankle) will have extra time to heal before seeing the Falcons in Week 15. However, if Johnson were to remain out, Krull may have another opportunity with the active roster.

The Saints signed Krull from the practice squad ahead of Monday's game against the Buccaneers, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

Krull has been on New Orleans' practice squad since being waived as part of the team's final roster cuts in late August. The undrafted rookie caught 38 passes for 451 yards and six touchdowns during his final collegiate season with Pittsburgh. With starting tight end Juwan Johnson (ankle) ruled out against Tampa Bay, Krull should slot in behind Adam Trautman, as Taysom Hill has not seen much usage as a traditional tight end so far this season.

The Saints signed Krull to their practice squad Wednesday, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

Krull was waived by the Saints during the NFL's recent wave of roster cuts, but he's now slated to join the team's practice squad as an emergency tight end option.

The Saints waived Krull on Tuesday.

Krull didn't appear in the preseason opener and had a seven-yard touchdown nullified in Week 2. The 6-foot-6 tight end signed with the Saints in May as an undrafted free agent out of Pittsburgh, where he finished his final collegiate campaign with 38 receptions for 451 yards and six touchdowns.

The Saints signed Krull as an undrafted free agent Friday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

Krull finished his final campaign at Pittsburgh with 38 receptions for 451 yards and six touchdowns. The Saints are returning their top-four tight ends from a year ago and signed J.P. Holtz this offseason, so Krull will likely be a long shot to make the roster.