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Sam LaPorta: Lions Contract Disappointment
Sam LaPorta says he'll leave Lions if no extension by March.
In brief
Sam LaPorta says he'll leave Lions if no extension by March. Sam LaPorta, Detroit Lions tight end, will seek new team in three months after no contract extension. Originally reported by OutKick.
Sam LaPorta's contract status
Sam LaPorta, Detroit Lions tight end, is in final year of rookie contract.
LaPorta's contract frustration
LaPorta says he'll leave Lions if no extension by March after three months.
LaPorta's injury history
LaPorta broke his back for the Lions in Week 9 or 10 of 2026.
LaPorta's performance
LaPorta has 27 catches for 316 yards and three touchdowns in five games.
LaPorta's surgery
LaPorta had microdiscectomy to repair herniated disc in November 2026.
Lions' contract situation
Lions cannot add fifth-year option to LaPorta's rookie deal.
LaPorta's next move
LaPorta will seek new team in three months if no extension.
“I’m going to continue to go do my thing and ball out. And in three months, if I don’t get to wear the Honolulu Blue and play for the Lions anymore, it’s going to be all good. I’ll go get paid somewhere else.”
The short version
Sam LaPorta, Detroit Lions tight end, will seek new team in three months after no contract extension.
