FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast on Sam LaPorta

Podcast2026 Fantasy Football Standard Mock Draft: Biggest Non-PPR Values, Touchdown Pi...August 22, 2026

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Sam Laporta is a mad value at seven, nine.

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LaPorta is a massive value pick in the seventh round.

The source identifies Sam LaPorta as a 'mad value' in the seventh round, noting his role in a high-powered offense.

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Sam LaPorta holds 15.2 trade value in Week 2.

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LaPorta has seen a slight drop in ECR rank value

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LaPorta returning from back injury; Lions prioritize long-term extension.

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LaPorta's zone-blocking and combination blocks are versatile elements in Lions' run game.

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LaPorta's expected target share will limit opportunities for secondary receivers

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As expected, Lions incredibly concentrated for such a good offense. There is no more RB2 usage. The WR3 can't earn targets. There is no TE2 usage. Gi...

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