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Sam LaPorta just said what he’s been feeling about the Lions, and Detroit should probably take it seriously, because it is not good at all

LaPorta had mostly stayed quiet after extension talks stalled. That changed this week when he openly questioned whether Detroit was “showing the love” and acknowledged he could get paid somewhere else.

By Mike Payton · A to Z Sports

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 4:47 PM

Key Things to Know

Sam LaPorta voiced frustration over stalled contract talks with Detroit, stating he will get paid elsewhere if necessary.
The comments follow reports from ESPN that extension discussions between LaPorta and the Lions had broken off.
Lions head coach Dan Campbell previously downplayed negotiation concerns, praising LaPorta's work ethic and production.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta expressed frustration over stalled contract extension talks during an appearance on the Pardon My Take podcast. After ESPN reported that negotiations had broken off, LaPorta voiced disappointment that the team might not be showing love, stating he is prepared to get paid elsewhere in free agency if a deal is not reached.

Writer Mike Payton argues that the Lions should take LaPorta's comments seriously and prioritize signing him before free agency. Payton suggests LaPorta could become the first tight end to surpass the $20 million per year mark, noting that losing him would be a significant mistake for Detroit's offense.

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