GREEN BAY — Packers tight end Tucker Kraft is nearing a return from ACL surgery and could be on the field as early as Week 1, with a contract extension also in the works before the season opens. Watch: Tucker Kraft nearing return from ACL injury as Packers await contract extensionTucker Kraft nearing return from ACL injury as Packers await contract extensionKraft was doing individual drills off to the side Wednesday and appeared to be moving well. Kraft recorded 489 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns last season in 8 games before suffering the season-ending injury. When asked if he wants a deal done before the season starts, Kraft was direct. Kraft's return takes on added importance with the Packers thin at tight end.