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Sam LaPorta addresses contract talks with Detroit

Outlets agree that Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta discussed his contract situation.

Reviewed by Emmanuel Nyame
Oct 21, 2026 · 3 sources · 1 min read
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At a glance

  • Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta commented on his contract negotiations.13
  • The remarks were made during an appearance on the show Pardon My Take.23

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta addressed his ongoing contract negotiations.13

The player discussed the contract situation during an appearance on the podcast Pardon My Take.23

Where sources agree

  • Sam LaPorta discussed contract negotiations3 of 3

Who covered this

3 National

Sources

  1. 1ESPNTE LaPorta: Will 'go get paid somewhere else' if no Lions deal ↗
  2. 2CBS SportsSam LaPorta sounds off about contract situation with Lions: 'I break my f-----g back for the team' ↗
  3. 3Yahoo SportsDetroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta comments on contract negotiations ↗

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