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NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 21
Fantasy Football Week 8 Tight End PPR Rankings: Which TEs Should You Start?
Injuries have David Njoku and Darren Waller in doubt for Week 8 action, whereas we know bye weeks will remove Sam LaPorta, Trey McBride, and Brock Bowers from the player pool.
Detroit Lions News / Sporting News / October 20
Is Sam LaPorta playing tonight? Why Lions tight end is off to quiet start in Week 7 
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta has been quiet early on in the Week 7 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Here's a closer look at what's going on with Detroit's tight end.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 13
Sam LaPorta's incredible touchdown catch could help him turn a corner for Lions
The Detroit Lions didn't enjoy the cleanest night on offense amid a tough 30-17 road loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, but that didn't mean there weren't a few bright spots to be witnessed.
The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Talk / October 12
Sam LaPorta TD catch narrows Chiefs lead over Lions to 20-17
The Lions didn't get anything going on their first drive of the second half, but found plenty of rhythm on their second. Tight end Sam LaPorta made a terrific play to catch a 4-yard touchdown in the back of the end zone, reducing the Chiefs’ lead to three points early in the fourth quarter.
32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season
It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 7
Sam LaPorta leads a big day for Lions' tight ends against Bengals
Detroit Lions tight ends had such a big day on Sunday, you'd be mistaken for believing today for National Tight End Day. That's a few weeks away, as the football holiday always falls on the fourth Sunday of October.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 25
Fantasy football Week 4: Five players who could flop
If you're 0-3 or 1-2 in fantasy football through three weeks, you can't afford another loss in Week 4. The good news is we're here to help with some players who might not live up to expectations this week.
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.
Fantasy Football 2025: Which Veterans Could Thrive In Their New Roles?
Fantasy football is all about finding upside in the late rounds of drafts. Most of the time, these players are young rookies who are looking to break out.
Chicago Bears News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / August 18
Colston Loveland 2025 NFL Redraft Outlook: Ben Johnson’s “Sam LaPorta”?
Let me tell you something that’s been eating at me since draft night: watching Colston Loveland fall to the 10th overall pick was painful enough, but seeing his fantasy football ADP crater into late-round territory?
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.
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.
Detroit Lions News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / August 7
Sam LaPorta 2025 Redraft Outlook: Elite TE 1 Potential Again?
It’s tempting to dismiss the fantasy hype surrounding Sam LaPorta, assuming it’s just more chatter about another over-hyped tight end. But here’s the thing, LaPorta isn’t here for your average TE talk.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / August 4
Analyst expects some déjà vu for Sam LaPorta fantasy managers in 2025
The moment he became a Detroit Lion in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft, Sam LaPorta became the best tight end on the team. He followed by setting multiple single-season records for a Lions' tight end, and setting the NFL record (since reset by Brock Bowers) for catches by a rookie tight end (86).
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 / 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 / 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 / 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.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 18
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.
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 / Field Level Media / November 15
Lions TE Sam LaPorta (shoulder) sitting out vs. Jaguars
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta will miss Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars due to a left shoulder injury. LaPorta was hurt during the third quarter of last Sunday night's 26-23 overtime victory over the Houston Texans.
Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / November 14
Lions TE Sam LaPorta (shoulder) misses practice again
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta sat out his second straight practice on Thursday, raising questions about his availability for Sunday's game against the visiting Jacksonville Jaguars.
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.
Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / November 11
Lions TE Sam LaPorta (shoulder) could miss Week 11
Detroit Lions second-year tight end Sam LaPorta sustained an AC joint sprain in Sunday night's come-from-behind victory at Houston and could miss their Week 11 game.
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