Sam LaPorta
Rookie
DOB Jan 12, 2001 Age 22.4
College Iowa
Drafted 2023 2.03 Exp Rookie
headset
Play Clip
101.17 6.66 trending_up
Overall127.25
Vertical
35.00"
Broad Jump
Shuttle
Cone
123.0"
4.25s
6.91s
Who Is Sam LaPorta?
Samuel LaPorta is an American football tight end for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League. He played college football at Iowa. He was named the Kwalick–Clark Tight End of the Year in 2022.
Sam LaPorta Articles
2023 Dynasty Rookie Post-Draft Update: Luke Musgrave
Jun 21, 2023 · Tim Riordan
We focus on each rookie's situation, talent, opportunity, risk, and market to provide post-draft analysis for dynasty managers.
The Dynasty Aftermath: Indiana Jones and the One-Armed Man
Jun 17, 2023 · Ken Kelly
We cover the aftermath of training camps.
2023 Dynasty Division Outlook: NFC North
Jun 17, 2023 · Rob Willette
We look at the outlook for the NFC North, including some dynasty predictions.
2023 Dynasty Rookie Post-Draft Update: Sam LaPorta
Jun 17, 2023 · David Wright
We focus on each rookie's situation, talent, opportunity, risk, and market to provide post-draft analysis for dynasty managers.
2023 Off-Season Mock Drafts: Real Life Rookie Results
Jun 11, 2023 · John DiBari
We break down six recent real life rookie drafts.
2023 Dynasty Rookie Post-Draft Update: Michael Mayer
Jun 4, 2023 · Tyler Justin Karp
We focus on each rookie's situation, talent, opportunity, risk, and market to provide post-draft analysis for dynasty managers.
2023 Dynasty Rookie Post-Draft Update: Rashee Rice
Jun 2, 2023 · John Arrington
We focus on each rookie's situation, talent, opportunity, risk, and market to provide post-draft analysis for dynasty managers.
2023 Off-Season Mock Drafts: 20-Round 1QB Dynasty Startup with Rookies
May 29, 2023 · John DiBari
We break down a recent startup mock draft, with rookies now included.
2023 Dynasty Rookie Drafts: Positional Strengths
May 22, 2023 · Nicholas Muzzillo
We examine which positions appear to be the strongest in this year's rookie drafts. Does it differ from what we expected before the NFL Draft?
A Hater's Guide to the 2023 Tight End Class
May 19, 2023 · John DiBari
Is there any hope for this year's rookie tight end class?
2023 NFL Draft: Dynasty Fantasy Football Winners and Losers from the NFC North
May 18, 2023 · Tyler Justin Karp
We examine the veteran winners and losers from the NFC North after the 2023 NFL Draft.
2023 Rookie Drafts: Tight End Tiers Primer
May 14, 2023 · Tim Riordan
We break down the rookie tight end tiers after their landing spots were determined.
2023 Off-Season Mock Drafts: Real Life Rookie Draft Comparison
May 13, 2023 · John DiBari
John DiBari analyzes what he has seen from post-NFL Draft rookie drafts so far.
Post-Draft Rookie Rankings vs Redraft Rankings
May 9, 2023 · Peter Howard
We compare rookie rankings to redraft rankings to see which first-year players might have an immediate impact.
2023 Off-Season Mock Drafts: Early Rookie Draft Results
May 6, 2023 · John DiBari
John DiBari analyzes what he has seen from post-NFL Draft rookie drafts so far.
2023 NFL Draft: Rookies Who Landed in the Best Situations for Dynasty Leagues
May 5, 2023 · Tyler Justin Karp
Which players ended up in spots that will allow them to thrive?
2023 Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Bust Mock Draft
May 5, 2023 · Ken Kelly
We take into consideration bust potential in this unique rookie mock draft.
2023 Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Rankings: Consensus Third Round
May 2, 2023 · Ken Kelly
We cover round three in our initial dynasty rookie rankings.
2023 Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Rankings: Consensus Second Round
May 1, 2023 · Ken Kelly
We break down the second round of our 2023 Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Rankings
Monday Mocks: Post-Draft Superflex Rookie Mock
May 1, 2023 · Ryan McDowell
We bring you an immediate reaction superflex, tight end premium, rookie mock draft.
2023 NFL Draft: What We Expect on Day Two
Apr 28, 2023 · Bruce Matson
We cover what dynasty fantasy football enthusiasts should expect Friday night.
2023 Off-Season Mock Drafts: DLF Staff 1QB Rookie Mock
Apr 27, 2023 · Jeff Smith
A group of DLF staff members take on a four-round rookie mock draft.
DLF Team Dynasty Predictions for 2023 NFL Draft: Tight End
Apr 26, 2023 · Tim Riordan
We dive deep into this year's tight end class and share the thoughts of the DLF team.
2023 NFL Draft: Dynasty Strength by Position
Apr 24, 2023 · Nicholas Muzzillo
We breakdown which positions and players are the strongest in this year's NFL Draft for dynasty leagues.
Monday Mocks: Dynasty Expert Mock
Apr 24, 2023 · Ryan McDowell
An expert dynasty rookie mock draft with the who's who in dynasty.
Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Drafts: A View from the 1.04
Apr 22, 2023 · Peter Lawrence
We take a look at the options from the 4th spot in 2023 rookie drafts.
Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Drafts: A View from the 1.09
Apr 17, 2023 · Tyler Justin Karp
We take a look at the options from the 9th spot in 2023 rookie drafts.
2023 NFL Mock Draft: Dynasty Rookies in the Top 100
Apr 16, 2023 · Shane Hallam
We examine all the players taken in the top 100 of Shane Hallam's latest NFL mock draft.
2023 Off-Season Mock Drafts: DLF Staff Rookie Mock
Apr 8, 2023 · John DiBari
A group of DLF staff members take on a four-round rookie mock draft.
Rookie Draft Pick Value Rundown: Who Should You Expect to Select?
Mar 30, 2023 · Aaron St Denis
Want to know what to expect when you're on the clock with each of your rookie draft picks? We've got you covered.
Ten Late-Round Rookie Sleepers with Upside
Mar 28, 2023 · Jake Domonkos
We pick out ten sleepers you need to know ahead of your rookie drafts.
Sam LaPorta News
Sam LaPorta will be fantastic · Jun 28, 2023
According to George Kittle: "[Sam] LaPorta is going to be fantastic."
Arguably, no rookie tight end has received more positive press emerging from spring practices than LaPorta, who should be an immediate contributor for the Lions. The departure of T.J. Hockenson left a huge hole in the offense, one of the best in the NFL for the position, but it appears the team has found a suitable replacement. Rookie tight ends have a notoriously long integration period but with little standing in his way for immediate production, and Jared Goff experienced at getting the ball to the position, LaPorta continues to trend higher in dynasty rookie drafts as the TE3 behind Dalton Kincaid and Michael Mayer. Kittle was effusive in his praise of the rookie and it will be no surprise if DLF's TE16 ends up pacing the position in 2023.
Sam LaPorta a favorite · Jun 9, 2023
Sam LaPorta has been a favorite target of Jared Goff, especially in the red zone.
It's been a recurring theme for LaPorta this offseason after being selected in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft. The Lions traded away standout tight end TJ Hockenson (MIN) in 2022 and replaced him with LaPorta this offseason. In one of the top tight end schemes in the league, the athletic 6'4" rookie played at Iowa, a college some consider "Tight End U" and he projects highly in the Lions passing revamped passing offense. Pads aren't on yet but LaPorta, DLF's TE17, remains an upside value target in dynasty rookie drafts, still possessing a mid-second round ADP.
Sam LaPorta impresses · May 14, 2023
Rookie tight end Sam LaPorta was "making catches all over the field" in the Lions rookie minicamp.
Arguably, LaPorta falls to the best tight end situation as a rookie, in a scheme known for producing quality production at the position, and with a quarterback adept and finding his tight ends. We don't want to read too much into early camp reports before the pads go on, but all signs point to Sam LaPorta being an upside value addition at the position in the second half of the second round of dynasty rookie drafts. He's listed as DLF's rookie TE3 and our TE16 overall.
Sam LaPorta is versatile · May 8, 2023
The Lions selected rookie tight end Sam LaPorta because "He can play multiple spots, he's smart and he's faster than [Michael Mayer]."
LaPorta is arguably in the best situation from the position as a rookie, in a scheme known for tight end production and a quarterback adept at using his tight ends. With little competition on the depth chart, LaPorta should be easy to pencil is a starter in September. It's not uncommon for rookie tight ends to have long integration periods at the next level but this year's players could change that narrative. Sam LaPorta is found as DLF's rookie TE3 and our TE16 overall.
Sam LaPorta drafted by Detroit · Apr 28, 2023
The Lions drafted Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta with the 34th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.
Iowa tight ends have a very solid track record of success but it was still surprising to see LaPorta go ahead of players like Michael Mayer and Luke Musgrave. The Lions had a massive hole at tight end after the trade of TJ Hockenson last season and LaPorta couldn't have landed in a better situation. He could move all the way up into the second round of some rookie drafts as a result of his draft slot and new team.
Jun 28, 2023 · Pride of Detroit (Blog)
Jun 28, 2023 · FantasyPros (Fantasy Analysis)
Jun 28, 2023 · FantasyPros (Fantasy Analysis)
Jun 28, 2023 · Lions.com (Team Site)
Jun 27, 2023 · Lions.com (Team Site)
Jun 27, 2023 · Pride of Detroit (Blog)
Jun 26, 2023 · Pride of Detroit (Blog)
Jun 26, 2023 · CBS Sports (National News)
Jun 26, 2023 · FantasyPros (Fantasy Analysis)
Jun 26, 2023 · FantasyPros (Fantasy Analysis)
Jun 24, 2023 · FantasyPros (Fantasy Analysis)
Jun 23, 2023 · Pride of Detroit (Blog)
Jun 23, 2023 · Lions.com (Team Site)
Jun 23, 2023 · Pride of Detroit (Blog)
Jun 23, 2023 · FantasyPros (Fantasy Analysis)
Jun 23, 2023 · FantasyPros (Fantasy Analysis)
Jun 22, 2023 · FantasyPros (Fantasy Analysis)
Jun 21, 2023 · FantasyPros (Fantasy Analysis)
Jun 21, 2023 · Lions.com (Team Site)
Jun 20, 2023 · FantasyPros (Fantasy Analysis)
Jun 19, 2023 · Pride of Detroit (Blog)
Jun 16, 2023 · Lions.com (Team Site)
Jun 16, 2023 · FantasyPros (Fantasy Analysis)
Jun 15, 2023 · USA Today (National News)
Jun 15, 2023 · Pride of Detroit (Blog)
Jun 15, 2023 · Pride of Detroit (Blog)
Jun 15, 2023 · FantasyPros (Fantasy Analysis)
Sam LaPorta Dynasty Value
Sam LaPorta ADP History
Sam LaPorta Fantasy Rankings
| Rank | Ranker | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 95 | Ryan McDowell | 06/17 |
| 109 | Bruce Matson | 06/16 |
| 122 | Levi Chappell | 06/28 |
Average 127.25 |
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| 133 | Pete Lawrence | 06/20 |
| 136 | Jeff Smith | 06/23 |
| 139 | Ken Kelly | 06/17 |
| 140 | Rob Willette | 06/27 |
| 144 | Jeff Haverlack | 06/20 |
comment Here's a sneaky good selection in a good scheme for TEs |
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Trades Involving Sam LaPorta
Kentucky Moonshiners traded:
TE Greg Dulcich, DEN
TE Isaiah Likely, BAL
Rambo 6 traded:
TE Sam LaPorta, DET
SafeLeagues Dynasty 514 - Deluxe (SF/TE), 2023-06-28
Kirt Dirt traded:
RB Tank Bigsby, JAC
TE Sam LaPorta, DET
The Mummer’s Farce traded:
QB Trey Lance, SF
SafeLeagues Dynasty CC 17, 2023-06-26
Mr Nice Guy traded:
QB Mac Jones, NE
RB Saquon Barkley, NYG
WR Rashee Rice, KC
M&M All-Stars IIIIII traded:
RB Zach Charbonnet, SEA
WR Zay Flowers, BAL
WR Xavier Hutchinson, HOU
TE Sam LaPorta, DET
SafeLeagues Dynasty 298 - Premium (SF/TE), 2023-06-26
Covid traded:
QB Bryce Young, CAR
RB Jahmyr Gibbs, DET
TE Sam LaPorta, DET
2024 R1 draft pick
J Rock traded:
QB Josh Allen, BUF
RB Gus Edwards, BAL
RB Keaontay Ingram, ARI
SafeLeagues Dynasty 243 - Premium (SF/TE), 2023-06-17
Jejo traded:
TE Dallas Goedert, PHI
TE Sam LaPorta, DET
Factory of Sadness traded:
WR Chris Olave, NO
SafeLeagues Dynasty CC 70, 2023-06-15
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