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Sam LaPorta has been dealing with some back and herniated disc issues, and last played in Week 10. Head coach Dan Campbell recently said he liked the direction things were going for LaPorta...A fully healthy LaPorta should finish the season as a fantasy TE1.

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LaPorta's TE8 pace through Week 10 projects to TE1 if healthy; Campbell signals positive recovery.

LaPorta dealt with back and herniated disc issues, last playing in Week 10. Head coach Dan Campbell recently indicated positive direction in his recovery. From Weeks 1-10 (including Week 8 bye), LaPorta was TE8 in PPR leagues, averaging 11.9 fantasy points per game with 40 receptions for 489 yards and three touchdowns. He posted an 18.6% target share, second on the team behind Amon-Ra St. Brown's 31.2%. If cleared to play, a fully healthy LaPorta should finish as a fantasy TE1.

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