Lucas Krull - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Won't play Sunday Krull (foot) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Patriots.

Impact Krull has been on injured reserve since breaking his foot back in October, and the reserve tight end will have to miss yet another pivotal game. Krull was a full participant in practice throughout the week, but the space demanded by the active roster and the reserve player's relatively low-priority role are likely what kept him from being activated for Sunday's contest.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Sunday Krull (foot) was a full participant at practice Wednesday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

Impact Krull has been on Denver's injured reserve list since breaking his foot during practice back in October, but it looks like there's a solid chance he will suit up for the AFC Championship versus the Patriots. With that said, there probably won't be a clear path to a significant snap share for Krull as long as Evan Engram, Adam Trautman and Nate Adkins all remain available.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be activated off IR Krull (foot) has been ruled out for Saturday's AFC divisional-round tilt against the Bills, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

Impact Krull was a limited participant in practice all week, but he isn't quite ready to return from injured reserve. He is in the final stages of his recovery from his procedure in late October to repair the fractured fifth metatarsal in his left foot. If the Broncos win Saturday, then Krull's next opportunity to play would be in the AFC Championship Game.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 13 • Associated Press

Broncos designate TE Lucas Krull for return from IR Krull participated in the media-viewing portion of Tuesday’s practice and can be activated to Denver’s 53-man roster at any point within the...

JANUARY 13 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Practice window opens The Broncos designated Krull (foot) to return to practice Tuesday, Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette reports.

Impact Krull will have a 21-day window to participate in practice without counting against the 53-man roster, and Denver can activate him from IR at any point in that span. The depth tight end is recovering from surgery undergone late October to repair the the fractured fifth metatarsal in his left foot. If he's able to practice in full ahead of Saturday's divisional-round contest against the Bills, he could be cleared to retake the field.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

At age 41, Marcedes Lewis becomes oldest tight end to play in NFL game

Denver’s Marcedes Lewis made history Sunday against the Houston Texans when at age 41 he became the oldest tight end to ever play in an NFL game

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

The Broncos' new 41-year-old tight end, Marcedes Lewis, is already impressing teammates

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OCTOBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Undergoes surgery on foot 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...

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Denver Broncos place another tight end on injured reserve | Sporting News The Denver Broncos have placed tight end Lucas Krull on injured reserve.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play due to foot injury Krull (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Eagles.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Injury Report: G Quinn Meinerz returns to practice, TE Lucas Krull ruled out for Week 5 vs. Eagles Guard Quinn Meinerz returned to practice Friday as a full participant and is expected to be available for Sunday’s game against the Eagles.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

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

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

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact 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.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

QB Sam Ehlinger connects with TE Lucas Krull for a 27-yard reception | Broncos at Saints Tight end Lucas Krull brings in a 27-yard contested catch from quarterback Sam Ehlinger to get into the red zone.

AUGUST 23, 2025 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Lucas Krull's contested catch yields 27-yard gain and red-zone access for Broncos Denver Broncos tight end Lucas Krull's contested catch yields 27-yard gain and red-zone access for Broncos.

AUGUST 23, 2025 • NFL.COM

Quiet breakout player has Broncos roster hopeful on the brink of being cut The Denver Broncos are getting an encouraging recent breakthrough from tight end Lucas Krull, which could leave another roster hopeful witho...

AUGUST 14, 2025 • PREDOMINANTLYORANGE.COM

Why Broncos TE Lucas Krull appreciates playing for Sean Payton: 'It's the small details' ENGLEWOOD — Lucas Krull could not be more wide open in the end zone.

AUGUST 13, 2025 • GAZETTE.COM

Stidham shines after Nix struggles as Broncos beat 49ers 30-9 in preseason opener

Jarrett Stidham threw two touchdown passes, leading the Denver Broncos to a 30-9 victory over the San Francisco 49ers

AUGUST 10, 2025 • Associated Press

QB Jarrett Stidham finds TE Lucas Krull wide open for an 8-yard touchdown | Broncos at 49ers Quarterback Jarrett Stidham throws an 8-yard touchdown pass to a wide open tight end Lucas Krull to take the lead against the 49ers.

AUGUST 10, 2025 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Broncos Sign Third Year 6'6" Tight End to 1-Year Deal Ahead of NFL Draft Denver Broncos tight end Lucas Krull signed his one-year exclusive rights deal.

APRIL 8, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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

Impact 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, he'll 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 line on 23 targets.

APRIL 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact 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.

MARCH 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact 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.

JANUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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