# Sam LaPorta: Lions Contract Disappointment

> Sam LaPorta says he'll leave Lions if no extension by March.
- Title: Sam LaPorta: Lions Contract Disappointment · OutKick
- Summary: 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…
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- Source: OutKick — https://foxnews.com/outkick-sports/sam-laporta-shares-disappointment-lions-lack-extension-break-my-f-ing-back-team
- Author: Scott Thompson
- Published: 2026-10-21T00:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: sam laporta, detroit lions, nfl, contract extension, tight end, free agent, news, politics
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Sam LaPorta, Detroit Lions tight end, will seek new team in three months after no contract extension.