TE · Detroit Lions · #87
19.8 pts
5 rec, 88 yds, 1 TD
PPR scoring.
Week
Week 5
Matchup
Arizona Cardinals
DFS salary
$4,900
Projection
12.5
2026 season (4 games): 22 rec · 228 rec yds
| 2026 · DET | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 · DET | 9 | 0 | 0 |
Hunter Henry, Kenyon Sadiq, Pat Freiermuth, Dalton Schultz, Tyler Warren, Michael Mayer, Sam LaPorta and Tyler Higbee were all featured in Week 5 fantasy football start/sit analysis. Each tight end's matchup and recent usage were weighed to help fantasy managers decide who to trust in their lineups this week.
Source:RotoBallerOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Sam LaPorta says he's still optimistic about reaching a contract extension with the Lions, even though negotiations have reportedly hit a standstill. The tight end's current rookie deal continues, but the stalled talks leave his long-term future in Detroit unresolved for now.
Source:Pride Of DetroitOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Sam LaPorta publicly addressed a brewing disagreement with the Lions on Wednesday, summing up the situation with a single, discouraging word. His comments have fueled uncertainty about where things stand between him and the team moving forward. No further details on the dispute's nature have been confirmed.
Source:HeavyOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Sam LaPorta says contract extension talks with the Lions have reached a stalemate, though he stopped short of saying a deal is impossible. The tight end's situation remains unresolved as the sides have yet to find common ground, leaving his long-term future in Detroit uncertain for now.
Source:NBC Sports / ProFootballTalkOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Contract extension talks between Sam LaPorta and the Lions have reportedly stalled, but head coach Dan Campbell downplayed any worry about the pause. Campbell offered an updated take on the negotiations, suggesting the sides remain on track despite the standoff. No new terms or timeline for a deal have been confirmed.
Reported byNBC Sports / ProFootballTalk,HeavyOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
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A fantasy football start/sit guide for Week 5 breaks down tight end options including T.J. Hockenson, Sam LaPorta, George Kittle, Tucker Kraft and others.
RotoBaller breaks down Week 5 start/sit tight end decisions involving players like Kenyon Sadiq, Dalton Schultz, Hunter Henry, Sam LaPorta and others.
Despite a reported stalemate in extension talks, Lions tight end Sam LaPorta says he remains optimistic about getting a new contract done.
Lions tight end Sam LaPorta spoke publicly Wednesday about a dispute with the team, using a single discouraging word that raised doubts about his future in Detroit.
Lions tight end Sam LaPorta says a contract extension isn't necessarily off the table, though talks between him and the team remain at a stalemate.
Lions coach Dan Campbell provided a fresh update on tight end Sam LaPorta's contract negotiations following a recent standoff.
Dan Campbell said he isn't concerned by reports that tight end Sam LaPorta and the Lions have paused contract extension talks.
The Lions have halted contract extension talks with tight end Sam LaPorta, putting him on pace to reach free agency in 2027.
Rival teams in need of a top tight end may be watching closely after NFL Network's Ian Rapoport gave an update on contract talks between the Lions and Sam LaPorta.
RotoBaller breaks down fantasy start/sit calls for Sunday Night Football's Lions-Panthers clash, covering Jared Goff, Bryce Young, Jahmyr Gibbs, Chuba Hubbard, Tetairoa McMillan, Sam LaPorta and Darren Waller.