Sam LaPortaNews & Analysis

What Happened to Sam LaPorta? Latest on Lions Star’s Injury and Return Timeline

Is Sam LaPorta returning this season? Latest news and injury update on Lions star as Detroit makes push to book NFL Playoffs spot.

Ranking the NFL’s Top-5 Young Cores: Texans’ Young Defense Shines, Rams and Lions Rank Highly

The best teams in the NFL are usually the ones who draft the best. These five teams have built the best young cores in the league.

Will Sam LaPorta Play Again This Season? Latest Update on Lions TE’s Injury and Return Timeline

Why is Sam LaPorta not playing? Latest news and injury update on Lions' tight end as Detroit makes a hard push for the NFL playoffs this season.

What Happened to Sam LaPorta? Latest on the Lions TE’s Injury and Whether He’ll Return This Season

Sam LaPorta was injured in November and with a critical NFC game against the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday Night Football, fans are wondering when he will return.

LeeAnn Lowman - December 4, 2025 | 7:00 PM EST

Lions Predicted To Select 15-TD TE in 2026 NFL Draft After Sam LaPorta’s Concerning Injury

The Detroit Lions may opt to select one of the top college tight ends in the 2026 NFL Draft due to Sam LaPorta's current injury

Fabricio Santos - December 4, 2025 | 2:42 PM EST

Will Sam LaPorta Play Again This Season? Latest on Lions Star’s Injury and Return Timeline

Detroit Lions face major offensive adjustments as tight end Sam LaPorta is sidelined with a season-changing injury.

Abhinand Variar - December 2, 2025 | 3:14 PM EST

Lions WR Depth Chart: Who Will Step Up for Detroit After Amon-Ra St. Brown, Sam LaPorta Injuries?

The Detroit Lions have run into a depth problem with Amon-Ra St. Brown and Sam LaPorta both out with injuries. Here's a look at their options.

Joe Rutland - November 27, 2025 | 2:02 PM EST

What Happened to Sam LaPorta? A Look at When the Lions TE Will Return to Action

Sam LaPorta is not playing against the Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving. Here's the latest update on the Detroit Lions' tight end.

Chris Cardillo - November 27, 2025 | 11:30 AM EST

What Happened to Sam LaPorta? A Look at How Long the Lions Star Will Be Out For

After being placed on the injured reserve list last week, the Detroit Lions made a heartbreaking announcement regarding Sam LaPorta.

Priyanshu Choudhary - November 23, 2025 | 12:05 PM EST

Lions TE Depth Chart: A Look at Jared Goff’s Options After Sam LaPorta’s Major Injury

The Lions will be without star tight end Sam LaPorta for a while, so what do the team's other options at the position look like?

Bryce Lazenby - November 21, 2025 | 1:38 PM EST

How Long Will Sam LaPorta Be Out? Latest on Lions TE’s Injury and Return Timeline

Latest injury update on Lions tight end Sam LaPorta as Detroit begin preparing for crucial Week 12 game vs. the Giants. Read more here.

Shivam Damohe - November 19, 2025 | 8:26 AM EST

What Happened to Sam LaPorta? Breaking Down Why the Lions Star Is Out for SNF vs. the Eagles in Week 11

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta unexpectedly appeared on the the team’s injury report with a back issue midweek.

Garima Verma - November 16, 2025 | 7:00 PM EST

NFL Inactives Tonight: Eagles-Lions Injury Report, Latest on Sam LaPorta and Saquon Barkley, Starting Lineups for SNF

Who is on the injured list and who will be starting when the Philadelphia Eagles take on the Detroit Lions on Sunday Night Football in Week 11?

Priyanshu Choudhary - November 16, 2025 | 6:50 PM EST

How Long Will Sam LaPorta Be Out For? Latest Update on Lions Star’s Injury and Return Timeline

The Detroit Lions have provided a devastating update regarding Sam LaPorta's back injury along with his status for SNF in Week 11.

Richard Janvrin - November 15, 2025 | 5:40 PM EST

Will Sam LaPorta Play in Week 11? Latest on Lions Star’s Injury Status

The Detroit Lions dropped the latest update on Sam LaPorta's injury status and how they plan for an exciting matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Shivam Damohe - November 14, 2025 | 3:40 PM EST

Is Sam LaPorta Hurt? Breaking Down If the Lions Star Is Injured Amid Slow Start in Week 7 vs. Buccaneers

As the Detroit Lions tried to get back on track against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, they did not get a great performance from Sam LaPorta.

Priyanshu Choudhary - October 20, 2025 | 10:35 PM EDT

NFL Players of the Week: Sam Darnold, Stefon Diggs Headline PFSN’s Highest-Graded Players in Week 5

Most of the top players in Week 5 were familiar vets. But which rookie recorded the highest Impact Grade at his position this week?

Sterling Xie - October 8, 2025 | 10:33 AM EDT

Detroit Lions’ Week 5 Win Sees Extremely Rare Triple Position Dominance

Sam LaPorta, Penei Sewell, and Kerby Joseph each posted NFL-leading grades for the Lions in Week 5, per exclusive PFSN data and key metrics.

Ryan Gosling - October 7, 2025 | 4:53 PM EDT

Sam LaPorta Injury Update: Latest on the Lions Star After He Exited Week 2 vs. Bears

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta went down with an injury and was carted off the field in the first quarter, here's what you need to know.

Zachary Knerr - September 14, 2025 | 2:00 PM EDT

Lions Star Sam LaPorta Makes Feelings Clear on Expectations for New OC John Morton After Ben Johnson’s Exit

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta believes new offensive coordinator John Morton will make it a seamless transition with Ben Johnson gone.

Brendan Howe - July 18, 2025 | 7:30 AM EDT

Dan Fornek’s Early-Round Bust Candidates To Avoid Includes Joe Burrow, Josh Jacobs, and Tyreek Hill

With fantasy football redraft season around the corner, who are some early-round bust candidates to consider for drafts in 2025?

Dan Fornek - June 12, 2025 | 8:00 AM EDT

2025 Fantasy Football Superflex PPR Mock Draft From the No. 6 Spot: Baker Mayfield, Ja’Marr Chase, or Bijan Robinson in Round 1?

Mock drafts are a great tool in our fantasy football draft prep. Here is a June mock for a Superflex PPR league conducted from the No. 6 spot.

Jason Katz - June 9, 2025 | 9:03 AM EDT

Sam LaPorta Breaks Silence on Lack of Targets, Decreased Production in Sophomore Season With Lions

Sam LaPorta's production declined between 2023 and 2024, and the Lions tight end had something to say about it recently.

Ian Van Roy - May 23, 2025 | 8:54 PM EDT

Lions TE Sam LaPorta Sends Strong 4-Word Message to Ben Johnson Now That He’s the Bears HC

Sam LaPorta praised former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson but made it clear their Lions-Bears matchups will be all business this fall.

Brock Bolinger - March 25, 2025 | 11:30 PM EDT

Sam LaPorta Fantasy Hub: Divisional Round Injury Update, DFS Guidance, Start/Sit Advice, Projections, and More

Here's the latest Sam LaPorta fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups, including injury status, start-sit advice, trade insight, and more.

Kyle Soppe - January 18, 2025 | 10:35 AM EST

‘When the Window Opens’ — NFL Insider Details the Strange Reality Facing 49ers QB Mac Jones

After proving his value on the San Francisco 49ers, insider Mike Florio is convinced that Mac Jones could be a prime trade target.

July 9, 2026 | 4:20 AM EDT

‘We Danced for Over 5 Hours’ — Ex-NFL Player Reveals Fun Scene at Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift’s Secretive Wedding

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's wedding details still shrouded in secrecy, but one former NFL pro says it featured a fun, yet lengthy bout of dancing.

July 8, 2026 | 9:38 PM EDT

Bobby Wagner Landing Spots: 5 NFL Teams That Could Pursue the 10-Time Pro Bowler Before Training Camp

Future Hall of Fame linebacker Bobby Wagner is still looking for a new team. Which NFL franchises should be making a move?

July 8, 2026 | 9:21 PM EDT

‘I’m Getting Roasted’ — Ex-NFL Player Breaks Silence on Polarizing Fashion Choice at Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift Wedding

Former NFL lineman Ross Tucker recently attended Travis Kelce's wedding, but he was apparently "getting roasted" for his clothing attire.

July 8, 2026 | 8:50 PM EDT

Tom Brady Makes Feelings Clear on ‘Dumb’ Narrative Pitting Him Against Legendary Patriots HC Bill Belichick

Seven-time Super Bowl Champion Tom Brady issues unfiltered take on a long-standing narrative around former Patriots coach Bill Belichick.

July 8, 2026 | 8:26 PM EDT

NFL Quarterback Battles 2026: Ranking All 5 Camp Competitions and Predicting the Winners

Pro Football Network's Jacob Infante ranks every open quarterback competition and explains why a team's contention window should decide four of the five.

July 8, 2026 | 6:20 PM EDT

‘I Couldn’t Be More Excited’ — Super Bowl Champion Announces Major Career News After Ending Podcast With Dianna Russini

After parting ways with Dianna Russini, a Super Bowl champion quarterback has inked a new deal with a broadcasting giant.

July 8, 2026 | 6:19 PM EDT

‘We Didn’t Care’ — Tom Brady Highlights Rob Gronkowski’s ‘Underrated’ Quality That Helped Patriots Dominate

NFL legend Tom Brady detailed the underrated aspects of his former teammate, tight end Rob Gronkowski's game.

July 8, 2026 | 5:49 PM EDT

‘Vrabes Cut It Loose’ — Tom Brady Reveals What Mike Vrabel Was Really Like Behind the Scenes During Patriots Stint

Tom Brady shares what Mike Vrabel was like during the Patriots’ dynasty, comparing his energy to Rob Gronkowski’s fun-loving attitude.

July 8, 2026 | 4:56 PM EDT

Chiefs Owner’s Wife Tavia Hunt Sets Record Straight on Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce’s Wedding Food, Champagne Shortage Rumors

Tavia Hunt, the wife of Kansas City Chiefs' owner Clark Hunt, dispelled negative rumors about Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's wedding.

July 8, 2026 | 4:40 PM EDT

‘Hasn’t Had A Lot Of Hype’ — Super Bowl Champion Claims NFC Team With ‘Zero Buzz’ Can ‘Easily Win’ Division

Super Bowl champion Jason McCourty boldly predicts that the New Orleans Saints can surprise everyone during the 2026 NFL season.

July 8, 2026 | 3:23 PM EDT

‘I Wanna Put a Little Pressure’ — Tom Brady Reflects on Training With Ben Affleck After A-Lister Labels It His ‘2nd-Best Memory’

Tom Brady and Ben Affleck were both on vacation at Baker's Bay in the Bahamas one summer and Brady recalls the time Affleck helped him train before the season.

July 8, 2026 | 2:16 PM EDT

‘Maybe Would’ve Veered a Little’ — Tom Brady Predicts How Rob Gronkowski Would’ve Fared Away from Patriots

Tom Brady explains why the Patriots' culture was key to Rob Gronkowski's legendary career and why another team may have seen him veer off the path to greatness.

July 8, 2026 | 1:35 PM EDT

‘How Didn’t I Get An Invite?’ — Super Bowl Champion Questions Being Left Off Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift’s Wedding Guest List

Now that the celebrations are over, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are dealing with the fallout of the wedding guest list.

July 8, 2026 | 12:15 PM EDT

‘I Wasn’t Me’ — Deion Sanders Pulls Back the Curtain on Dramatic Weight Loss During Cancer Battle

Deion Sanders shares an encouraging health update after his cancer battle while expressing confidence in Colorado's upcoming season.

July 8, 2026 | 11:52 AM EDT

‘They’ll Have a Few Losses’ — College Football Analyst Details Nightmare Threatening Lane Kiffin’s LSU

Lane Kiffin faces a sobering reality as he gears up for his first season in Baton Rouge, even with the nation's top-ranked 2026 recruiting class.

July 8, 2026 | 11:31 AM EDT

‘They Are a Laughingstock’ — NFL Analyst Calls Browns ‘a Joke,’ Questions Deshaun Watson-Shedeur Sanders QB1 Battle

Adam Schein delivers a harsh assessment of the Browns due to the commitment to Deshaun Watson over Shedeur Sanders in the QB race.

July 8, 2026 | 11:27 AM EDT

‘Cut Bait, Move On’ — NFL Analyst Urges 49ers To Finally End the Toxic Brandon Aiyuk Saga

As Brandon Aiyuk's feud with the 49ers escalates, Colin Cowherd argues San Francisco should cut ties and move on once and for all.

July 8, 2026 | 11:11 AM EDT

‘I Really Wish I Didn’t See This’ — Super Bowl Champion Reacts As Colorado QB Julian Lewis Exposes Deion Sanders’ Major Failure

Colorado QB Julian Lewis' candid admission sparks criticism as a Super Bowl champion questions Deion Sanders' player development approach.

July 8, 2026 | 10:56 AM EDT

Deion Sanders Reveals the Truth Behind His EA Sports College Football 27 Absence

Deion Sanders finally addressed his absence from EA Sports College Football 27, delivering a classic response about why he isn't in the game.

July 8, 2026 | 9:59 AM EDT

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