Lions’ extension talks with Sam LaPorta might be hitting the point of no return

Sam LaPorta's comments show work needs to be done between him and the Detroit Lions.

By Richard Louis · Side Lion Report

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 5:00 PM

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Sam LaPorta suggested his contract extension talks with the Detroit Lions have reached a stalemate.
LaPorta stated on a podcast that he is willing to leave in free agency to get paid elsewhere.
The tight end previously suffered a season-ending herniated disc after Week 10 against the Washington Commanders.

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Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta suggested on the Pardon My Take podcast that his long-term future in Detroit is in doubt following a stalemate in contract extension talks. LaPorta expressed frustration with negotiations after risking injury, noting he is prepared to sign elsewhere in free agency if an agreement is not reached.

Writer Richard Louis argues that while Detroit extended fellow 2023 draft picks Jack Campbell and Jahmyr Gibbs, LaPorta's prior season-ending herniated disc likely impacted negotiations. Despite injuries, LaPorta remains one of the league's most productive tight ends, and Louis believes the 2026 season could be his last in Detroit.

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