Sam LaPorta

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.

Sam LaPorta (back) has been placed on injured reserve by the Detroit Lions according to Tom Pelissero.

Fantasy Impact

Laporta will now be sidelined for at least the next four games for head coach Dan Campbell, leaving the Detroit offense without a key weapon for quarterback Jared Goff. Brock Wright will likely move up to the No. 1 tight end slot beginning in a Week 11 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday night.

Sam LaPorta has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Eagles.

Fantasy Impact

LaPorta was unable to practice all week. Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams should be in line to see some more targets.

Sam LaPorta (back) officially did not practice for the Lions on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

LaPorta was officially a non-participant on the team's injury report on Thursday after not being spotted during the open portion of practice. It looks like he is trending towards being sidelined by this injury in Week 11, which would lead to more work for Brock Wright (ankle) against the Eagles.

Sam LaPorta did not practice on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

LaPorta also missed practice on Wednesday. He'll have to log at least a limited practice on Friday to have a chance to play on Sunday against the Eagles.