NFL Player News

Coach Kevin O'Connell said Monday that Hockenson (knee) will start training camp on the active/PUP list, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

O'Connell said Hockenson is "well ahead of schedule" in his recovery from ACL surgery that he underwent in late January, per Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, but he also said "the significant injury that it was, we want to make sure everything is done the right way." It sounds like the Vikings will continue taking a cautious approach while working Hockenson back into action, and given that the standout tight end still remains without a timetable to return, his availability for Week 1 remains up in the air. Once he's back on the field, it could take Hockenson some time to ramp up to pre-injury form in terms of production, so it won't be surprising if he gets off to a slow start when he's healthy, then improves down the stretch of the 2024 season.

Dulcich (hamstring/foot) avoided being placed on the active/PUP list by the Broncos ahead of training camp beginning Tuesday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

Dulcich has played in just 12 games over his first two seasons in the NFL, and he'll enter camp looking to leave both a hamstring and a foot injury in his past. His ability to begin training camp on the field is a positive sign for where he's at in his recovery as he looks beat out the likes of Adam Trautman and Lucas Krull for Denver's starting tight end role in 2024.

The Bears activated Everett (undisclosed) off the active/non-football injury list Sunday, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Everett landed on the NFI list Friday due to an undisclosed issue, but the matter was apparently minor, as he's coming off the list two days later. With his activation, the veteran will be eligible to practice with the team. Everett is slated to work as the Bears' backup at tight end behind Cole Kmet this season.

Prince (lower leg) was waived by Kansas City on Sunday, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.

Prince was seen wearing a walking boot at practice Friday. The tight end finished last year on the practice-squad injured list with a foot injury, but it's not clear if that's related to the issue he's currently dealing with. His departure from Kansas City means Prince will now be able to find an opportunity with another NFL team.

The Bengals placed All (knee) on the active/non-football injury list Saturday.

All tore the ACL in his right knee last October, but that didn't prevent Cincinnati from selecting him in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL Draft. It's not clear how far along All in his recovery or whether he'll be ready to play by the start of the regular season. However, he can be activated off the NFI list at any point during training camp, at which point he'd be able to practice and play in preseason contests.

The Bears placed Everett (undisclosed) on the active/non-football injury list Friday, Chris Emma of 670TheScore.com reports.

Everett suffered a knee issue Week 18 last season with the Chargers, but placement on the NFI list is an indication that his current injury is unrelated. He's eligible to be activated t at any point this summer. Everett figures to work behind Cole Kmet for Chicago this season, and with a trio of notable wideouts atop the depth chart in DJ Moore, Keenan Allen and Rome Odunze, it's difficult to imagine much receiving work will be left over for the No. 2 tight end. After exceeding the 400-yard mark for the past five seasons, it wouldn't be surprising if Everett's production as a pass catcher declines during the 2024 season.

Prince (lower leg) is not practicing Friday and is wearing a walking boot, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.

Prince appears to be dealing with a lower-leg injury ahead of the start of training camp for veterans, but the Chiefs haven't opted to place him on a reserve list. That could indicate he'll be ready to participate in at least a limited fashion when camp officially kicks off Sunday. Prince is heading into his age-27 season and has yet to make his NFL debut since going undrafted out of UAB in 2022.

The Saints placed Johnson (foot) on the active/PUP list Thursday, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

Johnson remains sidelined while recovering from foot surgery relating to an issue he seemingly suffered during June minicamp. Terrell reports that updates on Johnson's recovery have been positive, but that he's expected to begin camp by working off to the side. Once cleared to practice Johnson will be eligible to come off the PUP list at any point during camp or the preseason, but it remains to be seen whether he'll be ready for Week 1. Foster Moreau and Taysom Hill figure to handle more first-team reps while Johnson is away from the practice field, while Jesper Horsted, Tommy Hudson, Michael Jacobson and Dallin Holker could also benefit from increased opportunities.

Quitoriano (groin) is fully healthy and doesn't carry an injury designation ahead of the start of training camp, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Quitoriano will be active and practicing for the start of training camp, per Wilson. After being limited to seven games in 2023 before undergoing groin surgery, Quitoriano will now have a chance to compete for a backup role at tight end during camp. He adds value to Houston's offense as a blocker.

The Packers placed Kraft (pectoral) on the active/PUP list Wednesday, Zach Jacobson of 247Sports.com reports.

Kraft continues to make progress in his recovery from a lingering pectoral injury, which head coach Matt LaFleur has said extend into the start of training camp. The second-year tight end could have a chance to compete for a notable role if he's able to return to practice without missing time in the summer, but if he's sidelined for a lengthier period of time than expected, fellow 2023 draft pick Luke Musgrave will be in prime position to run away with the starting role.