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Lions Receiving Interest On TE Sam LaPorta, Would Prefer Long-Term Deal

Sam LaPorta’s public contract dispute with the Lions made him a potential trade candidate in October. With less than 24 hours before the deadline for such a move, other teams are indeed circling, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Detroit, though…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 1:43 AM
Lions Receiving Interest On TE Sam LaPorta, Would Prefer Long-Term Deal
Key Things to Know
  • The Detroit Lions are fielding trade interest for tight end Sam LaPorta but prefer reaching a long-term contract extension.
  • A trade would reportedly require a sizable, aggressive offer for Detroit to consider parting with the Pro Bowl tight end.
  • Nikhil Mehta notes the Denver Broncos recently pursued tight end upgrades, including inquiring about Arizona's Trey McBride.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Detroit Lions are receiving trade interest regarding tight end Sam LaPorta ahead of the deadline, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Despite the outside inquiries, Detroit prefers to sign the Pro Bowler to a long-term contract extension. A deal would likely require a massive offer for the 6-2 Lions to part with him.

Nikhil Mehta highlights the Denver Broncos as a team aggressively seeking tight end help for quarterback Bo Nix. Although Detroit faces upcoming salary cap constraints with other stars, the Lions retain leverage via a projected $17.35 million franchise tag.

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