# Lions' Sam LaPorta clarifies contract comments

> Lions tight end Sam LaPorta says he wants to play for Detroit team despite contract concerns.
- Title: Lions' Sam LaPorta clarifies contract comments · NBC Sports
- Summary: Lions tight end Sam LaPorta says he wants to play for Detroit team despite contract concerns. sam laporta, lions, detroit · reported by NBC Sports.
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/lions-sam-laporta-clarifies-contract-comments-i-want-to-play-for-this-team
- Published: 2026-10-24T08:32:36.991+00:00
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- Topics: sam laporta, lions, detroit, nfl, contract, tight end, sports
## Sam LaPorta clarifies contract comments
Lions tight end Sam LaPorta says he wants to play for Detroit team despite contract concerns.

> I want to play for this team
## LaPorta's contract situation
LaPorta said he would go get paid elsewhere if he didn't get a new contract from Lions.
## LaPorta's team commitment
LaPorta emphasized he wants to stay with Lions for family and team support.

> I want to play for this team
## LaPorta's financial situation
LaPorta earns $5.675 million this year with a rookie contract in fourth year.
## LaPorta's family plans
LaPorta and pregnant wife plan to have baby girl in Metro Detroit this year.
## LaPorta's expectations
LaPorta wants to be paid like highest-paid tight ends in NFL despite current salary.
## Key takeaway

Lions tight end Sam LaPorta says he wants to stay with Detroit Lions despite contract issues, emphasizing family and team support.