Sam LaPorta: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 3

Lions’ Sam LaPorta gets major Week 1 injury update before Packers clash

The Detroit Lions will start Week 1 with encouraging news. After missing part of training camp with an undisclosed issue, tight end Sam LaPorta was not listed on the team’s first injury report, signaling that he should be ready for Sunday’s opener against the Green Bay Packers.

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Chicago Bears News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / August 18

Colston Loveland 2025 NFL Redraft Outlook: Ben Johnson’s “Sam LaPorta”?

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Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / August 15

Sam LaPorta expected to miss minimal time with an undisclosed injury

The Detroit Lions received more injury news that affects their offense on Thursday, as starting tight end Sam LaPorta didn't participate in Thursday's joint practice with the Miami Dolphins.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 14

Lions Tight End Will Miss 'Little Bit Of Time'

The Detroit Lions will be without their top tight end for the final joint practice against the Miami Dolphins. Lions coach Dan Campbell said Thursday that Sam LaPorta is dealing with a minor injury and will be out for some time.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 28

Observations: St. Brown, LaPorta Dominate

The Detroit Lions are officially in game week for the first time in 2025. On Thursday, the Lions will kick off the NFL season with the preseason opener against the Los Angeles Chargers at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / July 28

Sam LaPorta explains the winning mindset which can keep Lions' offense elite

The Detroit Lions have sustained a major change on the offensive side of the ball at coordinator, but even though John Morton is new to the team, he joined a very familiar group.

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Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / July 23

Sam LaPorta makes perfect pitch to future Lions prospects in latest interview

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta had what he would consider a "down year" in 2024 with the team. If a down year means still nabbing 726 receiving yards, seven touchdowns, and 60 receptions in a crowded receiver room, then you can only imagine what he's attempting to do to bounce back in 2025.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 21

NFC Notes: Justin Jefferson, Sam LaPorta, Bears, Lions, Vikings

Bears DL Gervon Dexter said that DC Dennis Allen‘s scheme is very complex and requires more attention to detail than what he’s formerly been accustomed to.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 15

Training Camp Preview: Hendon Hooker Must Step Up

The Detroit Lions believe Jared Goff is the right man to lead them to the Super Bowl. With Detroit being considered among the top contenders for a championship, Goff has proven to be the steady hand the team needs in leading them to back-to-back division titles.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 13

Training Camp Preview: Can LaPorta Recapture 2023 Form?

After a record-setting rookie season, Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta took some time to get going in the 2024 season. LaPorta became a quiet part of the offense early last year, as he had five targets in just one game within Detroit's first six.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 11

NFL executive says the big concern about Sam Laporta is not really a problem for the Lions

The Detroit Lions got a huge steal when they drafted Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft. In his rookie season, he hit the ground running and had a huge season.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 4

All-NFC North Team: Is Lions' Sam LaPorta Best TE in Division?

When the Detroit Lions traded T.J. Hockenson to the Minnesota Vikings at the 2022 trade deadline, they were sending a big piece of their offense to a division rival.

Detroit Lions News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 30

Former Iowa Star Tight End Poised for Bounceback Season in Detroit

Former Iowa Hawkeye star tight end Sam LaPorta had a bit of a down year in his second season with the Detroit Lions. While a statline of 60 catches for 726 yards and seven touchdowns is hardly a bad season for a second-year tight end, his rookie campaign was a record-setting year at the position, which set a high bar.

Detroit Lions News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 26

Detroit Lions' Sam LaPorta Reveals New Mindset Entering 2025 Season

Sam LaPorta got about the best preparation a college tight end with NFL aspirations could get when he was a member of the Iowa Hawkeyes from 2019 to 2022.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Lions' Offensive Line Concerns Could Lead to a Career Year for Sam LaPorta

The Detroit Lions are facing an uphill battle on their offensive line this offseason. They knew things would be tough heading into the new league year as Kevin Zeitler left to join the Tennessee Titans.

Detroit Lions News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 25

Detroit Lions' Sam LaPorta Receives Ultimate Blessing

It didn't take long for former Iowa Hawkeyes star Sam LaPorta to stamp his name among the best tight ends in the NFL, as he enjoyed a brilliant rookie campaign with the Detroit Lions in 2023.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / June 20

George Kittle Reacts to Sam LaPorta's Major Personal Announcement

Sam LaPorta is heading into his third season as a star tight end for the Detroit Lions, looking to build off two impressive campaigns to begin his NFL career.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 29

How Lions Can Best Utilize Sam LaPorta

The Detroit Lions' array of skill position talent makes distributing the ball evenly a challenge at times. One player who saw a dip in production as a result in the 2024 season was tight end Sam LaPorta.

Detroit Lions News / Gridiron Heroics / May 24

Detroit Lions: Sam LaPorta Addresses Major 2024 Issue

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta didn’t waste much time introducing himself as one of the best downfield weapons in the NFL. In just his first season in the league in 2023, the then-rookie LaPorta recorded 889 receiving yards and 109 touchdowns on 86 catches and 120 targets through 17 games.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / May 23

Lions' Former All-Pro Not Worried About His Decrease in Touches During 2024 Season

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta quickly introduced himself to the upper echelon of his position as a rookie. In his first NFL season, LaPorta broke the league's record for receptions by a rookie tight end with 86.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / May 23

Lions' Sam LaPorta makes big statement about inconsistent 2024 season

While speaking with reporters on Thursday, Sam LaPorta clarified that he's fine with the numbers he produced this past season.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / January 18

Watch: Sam LaPorta makes absurd TD catch vs. Commanders

Watch: Lions TE Sam LaPorta makes absurd one-handed TD catch vs. Commanders

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff should thank second-year tight end Sam LaPorta for bailing him out on a key play in Saturday's divisional-round matchup against the Washington Commanders.

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Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / January 10

Detroit Lions Make Historic Sam LaPorta Announcement

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta just put together another impressive campaign through the 2024 NFL regular season. In his second year as the Lions' No.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / November 11

Lions should continue strong season despite minor Sam LaPorta injury

The Detroit Lions are facing an injury concern ahead of their Week 11 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars, as tight end Sam LaPorta deals with a shoulder issue.

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Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / September 22