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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.

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.

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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.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Talk / July 17

Sam LaPorta: John Morton has a brilliant mind, will call the offense great

After finishing No. 1 in scoring and No. 2 in yards last season, the Lions have a new offensive coordinator in John Morton. In an interview with Jim Rome this week, tight end Sam LaPorta noted that while the offense might be a little different with a new play-caller, the continuity within the rest of the offensive staff will aid in the transition.

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 / Side Lion Report / July 11

Sam LaPorta cements place among elite NFL tight ends until further notice

With one of the most talent-laden rosters in the NFL, it's no surprise the Detroit Lions have been featured prominently in ESPN's top-10 positional rankings surveying league executives, coaches and scouts as they continue to come out.

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 / Detroit Lions on SI / July 3

Lions TE Lands in NFL Top 100 List

The first member of the Detroit Lions to make the NFL's annual list of Top 100 players has been revealed. Ahead of the start of training camp, the NFL is releasing its yearly ranking of the best players in the league as voted on by the players.

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.

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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.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 25

NFC Notes: Sam LaPorta, Jordan Love, Aaron Rodgers, Bears, Lions, Packers

Bears S Kevin Byard says that the additions the team has made defensively have him excited for the start of the season. “Just the additions we made, especially on that front four with Grady (Jarrett) and Dayo (Odeyingbo) coming in, being able to help Montez (Sweat) and all those boys, I think that’s where it starts,” Byard said, via BearsWire.com.

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.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / June 3

Chicago Bears wide receivers don’t hold back on Ben Johnson’s demands

When Ben Johnson was hired as head coach, everyone involved with the Chicago Bears were expecting massive changes. Perhaps no group more than Chicago’s wide receivers, who understand the massive expectations coming with Johnson.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / May 26

Sam LaPorta reveals what led to his second-year drop in fantasy production

Fantasy football players were very disappointed with Lions tight end Sam LaPorta after his second season in the NFL. LaPorta had an average draft position of 29.1 in 2024, making his expectations through the roof going into the season.

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 / Chicago Bears on SI / May 2

NFL exec predicts Bears TE Colston Loveland will be better than Lions' Sam LaPorta

Chicago Bears fans and NFL draft analysts are just about in lockstep agreement that GM Ryan Poles did a fantastic job adding high-impact talent to the roster during the 2025 NFL Draft.

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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