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Sam LaPorta

TE - Detroit Lions

  • 6' 3"
  • 245 lbs
  • Age 25
  • Iowa
Rostered In ~95.5% of leagues

2026 Outlook

Strength of Schedule
TE Rank: 13th
Draft Rank (ECR)
#79
Best / Worst
#56 / #111
ADP
#85

Availability



Sam LaPorta (back) fully cleared for training camp

Sam LaPorta was fully cleared earlier in July for training camp.

Fantasy Impact

LaPorta is working his way back from a herniated disc injury. The Lions are expected to determine his level of involvement, but he's expected to soon be a full-go.

Ari Koslow5 days ago
Sam LaPorta (back) continues to participate in walkthroughs

Sam LaPorta has continued to participate in walkthroughs at OTAs.

Fantasy Impact

LaPorta is continuing to be eased back into camp. He appears to be on track to be good to go for training camp.

Ari Koslow6 weeks ago
Sam LaPorta (back) participates in walkthrough Thursday

Sam LaPorta participated in walkthroughs at OTAs on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

LaPorta was active for “about 30 minutes of walkthroughs to begin practice. He remains hopeful to be good to go for training camp.

Ari Koslow7 weeks ago
Sam LaPorta (back) improving, not practicing yet

Lions head coach Dan Campbell said Sam LaPorta is "improving" but not practicing yet.

Fantasy Impact

LaPorta underwent back surgery in November and is still in recovery. It appears he'll have a chance to return in time for training camp, but his status will have to continue to be monitored.

Ari Koslow8 weeks ago
Sam LaPorta (back) undergoes surgery, unlikely to return in 2025

Sam LaPorta (knee) has undergone surgery on his back, and according to HC Dan Campbell is highly unlikely to return this season.

Fantasy Impact

LaPorta's absence was felt when the Lions faced the Eagles, and they are now likely without him for the rest of the year. It's a tough break for the Lions, who were looking to get back on track and ramp up for he playoffs, but they will just have to make do with Brock Wright and their other weapons, which are many, to be fair.

Garrett Ball35 weeks ago