- John FitzPatrick
- #86
- Team GB
- Pos TE
- Status IRInjured Reserve
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Placed on IR
The Packers placed FitzPatrick (Achilles) on injured reserve Monday.
Analysis: FitzPatrick suffered a season-ending right Achilles tear during Saturday's loss to the Bears, Zach Kruse of USA Today reports. Additional testing confirmed the severity of FitzPatrick's injury Sunday. The timing of his injury could impact his availability for the start of the 2026 campaign. The depth tight end logged 15 regular-season appearances in 2025, in which span he secured 12 of 15 targets for 72 yards and one score.
Published: Mon, Dec 22 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Exits locker room in walking boot
FitzPatrick, who injured his Achilles during an overtime loss to Chicago on Sunday, exited the locker room with a walking boot on his right foot after the game, Ryan Wood of USA Today reports.
Analysis: Achilles injuries tend to be more than minor, especially when they're the non-contact variety, as FitzPatrick's was. It's certainly not a good sign for FitzPatrick's availability moving forward that he left in a walking boot after Saturday's loss, though an official diagnosis may not be announced until after he undergoes further evaluation. Packers coach Matt LaFleur seemed to be resigned to having to look for another tight end to fill FitzPatrick's void for at least the short-term future,…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 20 at 9:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Injures Achilles against Bears
FitzPatrick has been ruled out for the remainder of Saturday's Week 16 contest against Chicago due to an Achilles injury.
Analysis: FitzPatrick suffered what appeared to be a non-contact injury in the second half. Prior to his exit, he drew one passing target, which he didn't catch. Green Bay was already short on tight ends with Josh Whyle (concussion) unable to suit up Saturday. Luke Musgrave is the only healthy player left at the position for Green Bay for the remainder of the NFC North battle.
Published: Sat, Dec 20 at 8:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Three catches against Denver
FitzPatrick caught three of four targets for 18 yards in Sunday's 34-26 loss to the Broncos.
Analysis: FitzPatrick finished Week 15 with yet another underwhelming performance despite leading all Packers tight ends in offensive snaps and posting season highs in targets, catches and yards. Teammate Luke Musgrave, however, was the better fantasy option, recording four receptions on six targets for 52 yards. Based on his limited production, FitzPatrick should remain far off the fantasy radar as the Packers get set to visit the Bears in Week 16.
Published: Tue, Dec 16 at 10:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies two receptions
FitzPatrick was targeted twice and caught two passes for 14 yards in Sunday's 28-21 victory over the Bears.
Analysis: FitzPatrick led Packers tight ends in snaps for the third time in four games after falling behind both Luke Musgrave and Josh Whyle in Week 13, but as was the case previously, it did not lead to much in the box score. While FitzPatrick has the edge in playing time, Musgrave remains the Packers tight end to consider for fantasy purposes with Tucker Kraft (knee) out for the season.
Published: Mon, Dec 8 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Sees one target in Week 13 win
FitzPatrick didn't catch his only target in a 31-24 win over Detroit on Thursday.
Analysis: FitzPatrick again took the field with Green Bay's starters, but he got exactly one target for the third straight week. After surpassing a 60 percent offensive snap share each of the previous two weeks, he logged just a 24 percent share Thursday, while Luke Musgrave (59 percent) and Josh Whyle (51 percent) worked well ahead of him in the tight-end pecking order. That could be an indication that Whyle is going to eat more into FitzPatrick's opportunities moving forward.
Published: Fri, Nov 28 at 6:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes another start
FitzPatrick was targeted once and caught one pass for 11 yards in Sunday's 23-6 victory over the Vikings.
Analysis: FitzPatrick was credited with a start for the second time in as many weeks, and he led Packers tight ends in snaps just like he did in Week 11. He's spending far more time on the field than he did before fellow tight end Tucker Kraft (knee) went down, but with two catches for 16 yards over the last two contests it has not been indicated in the box score.
Published: Mon, Nov 24 at 3:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads tight ends in snaps
FitzPatrick was targeted once and caught one pass for five yards in Sunday's 27-20 victory over the Giants.
Analysis: It may not be obvious in the box score, but FitzPatrick was credited with his first career start Sunday, and he wound up playing 16 more snaps than fellow tight end Luke Musgrave, who was the presumptive top option at the position with Tucker Kraft (knee) out for the season. It remains to be seen how the playing time will be divided among the two -- as well as Josh Whyle, who scored in Week 11 -- moving forward, but none are particularly appealing fantasy options at this point.
Published: Mon, Nov 17 at 3:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Finishes without target
FitzPatrick was not targeted in Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Panthers.
Analysis: FitzPatrick played 18 snaps in Week 9 but did not have a pass thrown his direction for the third time in five games. He will likely be more involved moving forward with fellow tight end Tucker Kraft (knee) out for the season, but just how much remains to be seen -- he presumably remains the second option at his position behind Luke Musgrave.
Published: Mon, Nov 3 at 3:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Notches short reception in win
FitzPatrick corralled his lone target for a four-yard reception Sunday in the Packers' 35-25 win over the Steelers.
Analysis: FitzPatrick took the field for 22 of the Packers' 64 offensive snaps, with his 34 percent share placing him ahead of Luke Musgrave (19 percent) for second among the team's tight ends. Starter Tucker Kraft continued to lead the way in both playing time (59 snaps) and production (7-143-2 receiving line on nine targets) by a healthy margin, and so long as Kraft stays healthy, FitzPatrick won't have much of an opportunity to see his role on offense expand.
Published: Mon, Oct 27 at 11:17am by Rotowire.com
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All set for Week 4
FitzPatrick (groin) was a full participant at practice Friday, Aaron Nagler of Cheesehead TV reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick was limited at practice to open the week due to an apparent groin issue, but he now appears to be a full go for Sunday Night Football in Dallas. The tight end has caught all three of his targets for 14 yards and a touchdown over three games this season.
Published: Fri, Sep 26 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice
FitzPatrick (groin) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: FitzPatrick reeled in two passes for 12 yards and a touchdown in the team's 13-10 loss to the Browns in Week 3, but he may have suffered a groin injury in the game. The tight end's ability to practice in any capacity Wednesday is a positive sign, and he'll have two more chances to practice in full ahead of Sunday night's contest in Dallas.
Published: Wed, Sep 24 at 5:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies first touchdown
FitzPatrick was targeted twice and caught two passes for 12 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 13-10 loss to the Browns.
Analysis: Starting tight end Tucker Kraft filled his usual role in Week 3 despite picking up a minor knee in practice Thursday, but FitzPatrick still managed to find the end zone for the first time as a professional. FitzPatrick and Luke Musgrave have split backup snaps behind Kraft relatively evenly so far.
Published: Mon, Sep 22 at 7:29am by Rotowire.com
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Fills third tight end spot
FitzPatrick was targeted once and caught one pass for two yards in Sunday's 27-13 victory over the Lions.
Analysis: FitzPatrick was activated rather than fellow tight end Ben Sims and served as the third option at his position behind Tucker Kraft and Luke Musgrave. FitzPatrick played only two fewer snaps than Musgrave, but chances are he will remain in a bit role as long as the two players ahead of him are available.
Published: Mon, Sep 8 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to Green Bay
The Packers signed FitzPatrick to a contract on Monday, NFL.com reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick entered the offseason as a restricted free agent but wasn't tendered by Green Bay, and he now re-signs with the team. Across nine regular-season appearances with the Packers in 2024, the tight end secured his only target for two yards. He contributed as a blocker on the majority of his 69 offensive snaps.
Published: Mon, Apr 14 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Fits in with Green Bay
FitzPatrick was targeted once and caught one pass for two yards across nine games in the 2024 regular season.
Analysis: FitzPatrick got some opportunities after being scooped off Atlanta's practice squad in October, but he wound up playing only 69 snaps on offense and was an afterthought in the passing game. It remains to be seen if Green Bay will retain FitzPatrick over the offseason, but if it does, he will compete for a roster spot during training camp.
Published: Tue, Jan 28 at 8:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for Thursday night
FitzPatrick (back) has no injury designation ahead of Thursday night's matchup against the Lions, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick was estimated as a full practice participant Tuesday and Wednesday, suggesting he's recovered from his back injury in time to face Detroit on Thursday night. The Georgia product is expected to see minimal offensive work and serve as the Packers' No. 3 tight end in Week 14, playing behind Tucker Kraft and Ben Sims.
Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Appears past back injury
FitzPatrick (back) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice.
Analysis: FitzPatrick played through a back injury in the Packers' Week 13 over the Dolphins this past Thursday, finishing with one catch for two yards while playing 18 snaps (14 on offense, four on special teams). He was limited in Monday's practice, but after logging a full session Tuesday he should be good to go for Thursday's NFC North clash against the Lions.
Published: Tue, Dec 3 at 2:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Still nursing back injury
FitzPatrick (back) was a limited participant in Monday's practice.
Analysis: The 24-year-old was active for the Packers' Week 13 win over the Dolphins after being listed as questionable due to a back injury. Monday's injury report indicates that FitzPatrick is still dealing with the issue in some capacity, and he could be in jeopardy of missing Green Bay's divisional matchup against the Lions on Thursday night if he downgrades to no participation Tuesday or Wednesday.
Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 2:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Will play Thursday
FitzPatrick (back) is active for Thursday's game against the Dolphins, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick was in danger of missing Thursday's game after logging consecutive DNPs to open the week, but he will be active after participating in Wednesday's walkthrough in a limited capacity. FitzPatrick will serve as the Packers' No. 3 tight end behind Tucker Kraft and Ben Sims.
Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 3:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Could play in Week 13
FitzPatrick (back) is listed as questionable ahead of Thursday night's matchup against the Dolphins, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick was estimated as a limited participant in Wednesday's walkthrough, keeping his chances alive to suit up Thursday night. The third-year pro from Georgia has seen minimal offensive work this season, appearing in four games and catching his lone target for two yards. If he's unavailable in Week 13, Green Bay's tight end room will likely consist of Tucker Kraft and Ben Sims.
Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't practice Tuesday
FitzPatrick (back) did not participate in Tuesday's practice, Bill Huber of SI.com reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick has logged consecutive DNPs to open the week, and he'll have to practice in at least a limited capacity Wednesday in order to have a chance at playing Thursday against the Dolphins. The 2022 sixth-round pick played 18 snaps (14 on offense, four on special teams) during the Packers' 38-10 win over the 49ers this past Sunday and hauled in his lone target for two yards.
Published: Tue, Nov 26 at 2:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive again
FitzPatrick (coach's decision) is listed as inactive ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Cardinals, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official website reports.
Analysis: Green Bay will roll with Tucker Kraft and Ben Sims as its only two active tight ends. FitzPatrick landed in Green Bay prior to Week 6 after Luke Musgrave (ankle) was placed on injured reserve, but he has yet to suit up.
Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 8:49am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Week 6
FitzPatrick (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against Arizona.
Analysis: The Packers signed FitzPatrick off Atlanta's practice squad Thursday, but the tight end isn't yet ready to suit up for his new club. Green Bay will enter Sunday's contest with Tucker Kraft leading the tight-end corps, with Ben Sims working behind him. Luke Musgrave (ankle) was placed on injured reserve Friday, so FitzPatrick could be active next Sunday when the Packers take on Houston.
Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 8:52am by Rotowire.com
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Moves to Green Bay
The Packers signed Fitzpatrick off the Falcons' practice squad and to their active roster Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick will bolster Green Bay's depth at tight end while Luke Musgrave continues to tend to an ankle injury. The former was selected in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL Draft by Atlanta but didn't appear in a game for the team until 2023, when he suited up nine times and caught his only target for a 12-yard gain.
Published: Thu, Oct 10 at 8:33am by Rotowire.com
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Retained by team
FitzPatrick signed with the Falcons' practice squad on Wednesday, Terrin Waack of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick appeared in nine regular-season games with Atlanta last season, but he only saw one target, which was caught for 12 yards. He'll now work to find his way back to the team's 53-man roster.
Published: Thu, Aug 29 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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Cut by Falcons
FitzPatrick was waived by the Falcons on Tuesday, Terrin Waack of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick reeled in six catches for 33 yards on nine targets in the preseason after appearing in nine games with Atlanta in 2023. If the tight end clears waivers, his most likely next step would be joining the Falcons' practice squad ahead of the 2024 campaign.
Published: Tue, Aug 27 at 5:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play at Chicago
FitzPatrick (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game at Chicago, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick will miss his third straight game in Week 17. In his absence, MyCole Pruitt and Tucker Fisk will continue to operate as Atlanta's depth tight ends behind Kyle Pitts and Jonnu Smith.
Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 8:46am by Rotowire.com
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Stays sidelined
FitzPatrick (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Colts.
Analysis: FitzPatrick has been a healthy scratch multiple times this season and has almost exclusively been a special teams contributor when active. MyCole Pruitt and Tucker Fisk will operate as the Falcons' depth tight ends behind Kyle Pitts and Jonnu Smith in Week 16.
Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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Healthy scratch
FitzPatrick (coach's decision) will not play in Sunday's game versus the Panthers.
Analysis: FitzPatrick's absence will mark his third game missed in four weeks. As a result, Tucker Fisk will be bumped up to No. 4 on Atlanta's tight end depth chart.
Published: Sun, Dec 17 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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Sitting out Sunday
FitzPatrick (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Jets, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick will watch from the sidelines for the second straight week. The Georgia product has appeared in seven games this season, mostly seeing special teams work and never saw a target on his seven offensive snaps.
Published: Sun, Dec 3 at 8:45am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Sunday
FitzPatrick (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Saints, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick will be sidelined for Week 12 after appearing in each of the last three games the Falcons have played. The second-year pro has really only contributed on special teams this season, seeing just seven snaps on offense without a target. His next opportunity to take the field will be Week 13 against the Jets.
Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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Unavailable Sunday
FitzPatrick (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Commanders, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick was active for the previous four games, but he played primarily on special teams. In his absence, Kyle Pitts, Jonnu Smith and MyCole Pruitt are the only active tight ends for Atlanta on Sunday.
Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 8:50am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Sunday
FitzPatrick (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Panthers, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Analysis: The Falcons called up Parker Hesse from the practice squad Saturday. FitzPatrick will have to wait until Week 2 against the Packers for his first action of the 2023 season.
Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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Makes 53-man roster
The Falcons have opted to carry four tight ends on their 53-man roster, including FitzPatrick, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports
Analysis: FitzPatrick missed his entire rookie campaign in 2022 due to reoccurring foot issues. He ultimately overcame two surgeries and returned in time for OTAs in June. The big-bodied tight end doesn't project for a ton of fantasy value, as he is primarily seen as a blocking option for Atlanta's run-heavy offense.
Published: Thu, Aug 31 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to OTAs
FitzPatrick (undisclosed) was spotted participating in team drills last Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
Analysis: After missing the entire 2022 NFL season with an undisclosed injury, the big-bodied tight end is back on the field with no restrictions. FitzPatrick was a 2022 sixth-round pick by Atlanta and is expected to compete with Feleipe Franks and Parker Hesse for a depth role on the 53-man roster.
Published: Tue, May 30 at 4:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Designated to return
The Falcons designated FitzPatrick (undisclosed) to return from injured reserve Tuesday, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: FitzPartick has been on Atlanta's injured reserve since the beginning of September due to an undisclosed injury, but Tuesday now marks the start of the 21-day window for the team to activate him back to their active roster. With Kyle Pitts (knee) now done for the year, the Falcons could give the rookie tight end some extra snaps down the stretch alongside Parker Hesse, MyCole Pruitt and Anthony Firkser.
Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 11:16am by Rotowire.com
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Heads to IR
The Falcons placed FitzPatrick (undisclosed) on injured reserve Thursday, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick was limited during minicamp due to an undisclosed issue but was healthy during training camp, though he didn't appear in the preseason finale after suiting up for each of the Falcons' first two exhibition games. The extent of his current issue remains unclear, but the rookie sixth-round pick will be forced to miss at least the first four games of the regular season after landing on IR.
Published: Fri, Sep 2 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Active at camp
FitzPatrick (undisclosed) took part in training camp Friday, Matt Urben of Falcons Wire reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick was limited during minicamp, but he appears to be fully active for training camp. Selected in the sixth round out of Georgia in the 2021 Draft, Fitzpatrick is an Atlanta native whose blocking skills caught the Falcons' eye last year.
Published: Sun, Jul 31 at 11:14am by Rotowire.com
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Limited during minicamp
FitzPatrick was limited during Tuesday's mandatory minicamp due to an undisclosed injury, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Analysis: FitzPatrick was drafted by the Falcons in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL Draft, but his pro career is off to a rocky start. The 6-foot-7 tight end caught 17 passes for 200 yards and a touchdown during his final collegiate season at Georgia.
Published: Tue, Jun 14 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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