Pride Of Detroit on Sam LaPorta
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The Lions have received calls on TE Sam LaPorta, but teams have gotten the impression that Detroit would like to keep him and try to work out a long-terms deal eventually... LaPorta is in the final year of his rookie contract, and both he and the team have been open about wanting to sign an extension. Unfortunately, reports have surfaced that the team and LaPorta's agent have reached a stalemate, leading to some very public venting of frustration from LaPorta.
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All-Pro TE in contract stalemate; Lions fielding trade calls but prefer extension over deal.
All-Pro tight end in final year of rookie contract; Lions receiving trade deadline calls but teams believe Detroit prefers to keep him and work out a long-term extension rather than deal him. LaPorta and team have reached a stalemate in negotiations, with LaPorta publicly expressing frustration about lack of team commitment despite his All-Pro production and injury risk. LaPorta stated: 'I'm ballin', and maybe they're just not showing the love,' citing emotional importance of contract stability as he and his wife prepare to welcome their first child in Metro Detroit. Lions coach Dan Campbell said the contract situation and LaPorta's comments haven't distracted the team, and GM Brad Holmes has previously expressed desire to reach a long-term deal, suggesting negotiations remain ongoing despite the public tension.
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