“No Celebration After the Win” - Packers TE Tucker Kraft Heartbroken After Causing Serious Injury to DeShon Elliott, Reveals Emotional Call to Steelers Safety

Pittsburgh, PA — October 27, 2025

After the Packers’ 32–28 victory over the Steelers, there were no celebrations for Tucker Kraft.

Midway through the third quarter, Kraft caught a 59-yard pass from Jordan Love and was brought down awkwardly after Steelers safety DeShon Elliott and Juan Thornhill converged for the tackle. As Kraft fell forward, Elliott’s leg twisted beneath the impact — the safety immediately collapsed to the ground, clutching his right leg in visible pain.

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Moments later, trainers rushed onto the field as Acrisure Stadium fell silent. Elliott was unable to put any weight on his leg and was eventually carted off to the locker room.

The young TE was visibly shaken after the game, having been part of the play that led to Elliott’s devastating injury.

According to FOX Sports, Kraft immediately reached out after the game, calling Elliott at the hospital to check on his condition. The two reportedly spoke briefly, in what Kraft later described as “a tough but honest conversation between competitors who respect each other.”

“It didn’t feel like a win,” Kraft said quietly in the post-game locker room. “You never want to see something like that happen to another player — especially a guy like DeShon. I felt heartbroken. The moment I got back inside, I made sure to call him and see how he was doing.”

During the call, Kraft told Elliott that the collision was purely accidental and expressed how much the moment had affected him. Elliott, known for his toughness and professionalism, reportedly appreciated the gesture.

“He told me to keep playing my game and not let it mess with my head,” Kraft revealed. “That meant a lot. You realize in those moments this sport is bigger than just wins or losses — it’s about respect.”

While Elliott’s injury will sideline him for an extended period, Steelers fans have praised Kraft’s sincerity and sportsmanship.
As one fan commented online: “That’s how real men handle the game — with heart, even when it hurts.”