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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / November 9
Lions Receiving Interest On TE Sam LaPorta, Would Prefer Long-Term Deal
Sam LaPorta’s public contract dispute with the Lions made him a potential trade candidate in October. With less than 24 hours before the deadline for such a move, other teams are indeed circling, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.
Sam LaPorta News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 9
Lions Have Received Calls On TE Sam LaPorta
The Detroit Lions have received calls on TE Sam LaPorta, but at this time it seems as if the team would like to keep him and work out a long-term deal, according to Jeremy Fowler.
The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz
How many of the pairs of teammates to go over 150 receiving-yards in the same NFL game can you name in six minutes?
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 30
Is There an Opportunity for the Bengals to Pull Off a Massive Blockbuster Trade?
The Cincinnati Bengals' Week 7 win over the Baltimore Ravens was massive. Now, it's time for the team to move on to their Week 8 matchup against the Tennessee Titans.
Ranking the quarterback history of every NFL franchise
Quarterback is the most important position for an NFL team. That wasn’t always the case, but it has been the case for, you know, 50 years at this point essentially.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 27
NFC Notes: Luther Burden, Sam LaPorta, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Bears HC Ben Johnson said the team wants to keep getting the ball to WR Luther Burden and that he can attack the field at all three levels. “What’s always stood out about him is he’s elite with the ball in his hands,” Johnson said, via Bears Wire.
Detroit Lions News / Viral Sports News / October 26
Detroit Lions’ Sam LaPorta Receives Stunning Trade Update
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta entered the weekend already under scrutiny after publicly questioning the franchise’s willingness to extend his rookie contract.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / October 25
Lions TE Sam LaPorta Discusses Recent Comments; Extension Still Likely?
Lions TE Sam LaPorta has generated quite a few headlines this month. First, we heard that he and the team had broken off extension talks and that negotiations are unlikely to be reopened before the end of the season.
Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / October 24
Brad Holmes Hates Losing High Picks, and That Should Push the Lions to Pay Sam LaPorta Soon
Sam LaPorta spent the week walking back a podcast clip, leaving the Detroit Lions with a contract distraction to manage. During his Pardon My Take appearance, LaPorta suggested he would get paid elsewhere if Detroit did not extend him.
Detroit Lions News / EssentiallySports / October 23
'You Keep Asking': Enraged Dan Campbell Walks Out of Press Conference After Reporters Hound Lions HC Over Sam LaPorta’s Future
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is set to become an unrestricted free agent in 2027 if no long-term deal is reached with the franchise. The 25-year-old is in the final year of his four-year, $9.46 million rookie deal.
The greatest return man for every NFL franchise
From Billy "White Shoes" Johnson to Deion Sanders to Devin Hester, here are the greatest return men for each of the NFL's 32 teams.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 23
Dan Campbell Loses His Cool Talking About Sam LaPorta
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell was not too pleased with having to answer several questions about Sam LaPorta. Several of the questions were obviously going to be about LaPorta's controversial comments expressed on the "Pardon My Take" podcast earlier this week.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 23
The thing that could be holding up Sam LaPorta’s Lions extension — and what the fix could look like
LaPorta’s comments about his back and financial security may offer a clue to what’s separating the two sides. We built a contract that could give him the protection he wants without putting Detroit in an impossible spot.
Detroit Lions News / Viral Sports News / October 22
Detroit Lions Get Major Insider Update on Sam LaPorta Situation
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is expected to land a new contract, but it will not come until after the 2026 season, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 22
Broncos, Panthers Among Potential Sam LaPorta Suitors
The Lions reached a stalemate in contract talks with Sam LaPorta earlier this month, leading the fourth-year tight end to publicly voice his frustration regarding his contract status.
Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / October 22
The Miami Dolphins just got an encouraging sign about one perfect free agency target for next spring
The Miami Dolphins have a few months left of salary cap hardship. They may have a perfect target waiting for them on the other side. The Miami Dolphins have a few more months of hardship before they’re able to fully turn the page on their flush of the system.
Detroit Lions News / HITC / October 22
‘I break my back…’ – Sam LaPorta bluntly calls out Detroit Lions over contract situation
The Detroit Lions are now officially in the middle of a contract saga with Sam LaPorta, who cannot believe that he hasn’t been offered a new one. The Detroit Lions drafted Sam LaPorta in the second round in 2023, and the tight end made an immediate impact.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / October 22
Lions TE Sam LaPorta Frustrated With Lack Of Extension
Lions tight end Sam LaPorta expressed his frustration with his contract situation during a recent appearance on Pardon My Take, lamenting his physical commitment to Detroit but the team’s lack of financial commitment in the other direction.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 21
Lions TE Sam LaPorta: I Break My F—ing Back For This Team & They’re Not Showing The Love
Lions TE Sam LaPorta has already shared that contract talks between him and Detroit aren’t going well. The two sides broke things off after what LaPorta
Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / October 21
TE Sam LaPorta: Lions 'not showing the love' in contract talks
Tight end Sam LaPorta vented his frustrations about a perceived lack of progress in his bid for a contract extension with the Detroit Lions. LaPorta initially took the high road when discussing why talks were halted earlier this month.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 21
TE Sam LaPorta voices frustration over Lions 'not showing the love' in contract talks
Sam LaPorta and the Detroit Lions recently paused contract negotiations. That has left the tight end miffed.
Detroit Lions News / DetroitLionsCommunity / October 8
'Everything looks fantastic' – Sam LaPorta eyes more snaps after revealing his surgeon’s verdict on his back
Sam LaPorta has returned from back surgery and appears ready for a larger role with the Detroit Lions. He missed eight games last season after undergoing the procedure, but has looked comfortable this time around.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 8
Lions' Sam LaPorta shares concerning update on contract talks
LaPorta addressed his unfruitful contract talks with the Lions.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 7
Lions' Dan Campbell responds to concerning Sam LaPorta contract report
While it's unclear exactly how much money LaPorta may want attached to an extension, multiple players at the position inked deals this year that presumably could help the 25-year-old and the Lions come to an agreement.
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