Denver Broncos tight end Lucas Krull. Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Broncos veteran lands on IR after breaking his foot in practice

Originally posted on Pro Football Rumors
By Adam La Rose | Last updated Oct 3, 2025 7:03 PM ET

The Denver Broncos offense will be short-handed for the time being.

Tight end Lucas Krull broke a bone in his foot during practice on Thursday, as first reported by 9News’ Mike Klis.

Krull managed to practice in full on Thursday, and as such, he was not on the team’s injury report. On Thursday night, an MRI revealed the fracture in his foot. Missed time is now in store as a result, and Klis reports the Broncos will move Krull to injured reserve.

The 27-year-old is therefore set to miss at least the next four games. Krull led the Broncos in receiving among tight ends last year despite only posting 152 yards.

Per source, #Broncos TE Lucas Krull learned after practice yesterday he suffered cracked bone in his foot. Going on short-term IR.
He finished practice yesterday but pain increased afterwards.
ILB Garrett Wallow figures to be a strong candidate for 53 as he reached max 3 PSquad…
— MikeKlis9NEWS (@mikeklis9news) October 3, 2025

Luke Krull is a crucial part of Broncos offense

Upgrading at that position was understandably seen as a priority this offseason, one highlighted by the addition of Evan Engram. He, along with Adam Trautman and Nate Adkins, will be available for Week 5.

Still, losing Krull will leave the Broncos without a regular contributor on offense. The former UDFA handled a 36% snap share in 2023 and again last year. Krull’s usage rate stands at 29% this season through three games played. After being retained via an ERFA tender this spring, he is a pending restricted free agent. Needless to say, missing time will hinder Krull’s chances of remaining in Denver for a fourth campaign.

Linebacker and special teams regular Garret Wallow has been used as a game-day elevation from the practice squad three times. As a result, he must be signed to the active roster for at least one game for the Broncos to continue using him. Per Klis, Wallow can be considered a strong candidate to be signed once Krull’s IR move opens up a roster spot.

This article first appeared on Pro Football Rumors and was syndicated with permission.

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