The Patriots might not be thinking about a big trade or next offseason, but Sam LaPorta should change their mind.
Musket Fire's Sara Marshall argues that the New England Patriots should target Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta ahead of the NFL trade deadline. With contract extension talks reportedly stalled between LaPorta and Detroit's front office, the writer contends that New England should inquire about his trade availability to bolster support for young quarterback Drake Maye.
While recognizing that offensive line injuries remain an urgent issue, Marshall suggests LaPorta would serve as an ideal long-term replacement for veteran tight end Hunter Henry. If a trade requires too high a draft pick now, the writer urges Patriots executive Eliot Wolf to pursue him in future free agency.
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