Huddle Up: LaPorta's ADP is at 87, and he could be a value pick once you get to the glut of midrange TE1s. He has yet to live up to his awesome rookie season, but he continues to flash the talent that put him among the position's elite in fantasy that season.

Huddle Up: LaPorta was limited to nine games last season, but he's a clear difference-maker at the position for fantasy football when healthy. Consider LaPorta a low-end fantasy TE1 for the 2026 NFL season, as he'll reprise his role as one of Jared Goff's top targets in a potent Lions passing game.

Huddle Up: LaPorta was limited to just nine games last year due to a back injury, but he appears to be on track for Week 1. When healthy, he is a weekly TE1, but fantasy owners should keep an eye on his status in training camp to make sure he doesn't suffer any setbacks.

Huddle Up: LaPorta's recovery puts him on track for a big contract extension, potentially, this summer. Considered one of the top tight ends in the NFL, LaPorta had 40 catches for 489 yards and three touchdowns in nine games in 2025. In his first two seasons, he tallied 17 touchdowns on 146 receptions (86 in his Pro Bowl 2023 rookie season). If LaPorta is indeed healthy, he's a definite TE1 option, but back injuries can be tricky, so fantasy managers should monitor his progress during training camp.

Huddle Up: LaPorta may not do much during the offseason, so fantasy players will need to see if he will be able to practice early in training camp. He is a No. 1 tight end in all fantasy leagues when healthy, but players will need a solid backup in case he misses games.

Huddle Up: LaPorta coming off the back injury may seem scary but the team seems to be boasting a good attitude about his availability. He could be a late-round target in drafts and still is worth a flier on as the TE1 potential remains in the Lions' offense.

Huddle Up: LaPorta struggled with injury this past season but is a reliable target in the passing game when healthy. He will likely be a No. 1 tight end in most fantasy leagues this upcoming season.

Huddle Up: That's a huge blow for the offense as backup Brock Wright had just two catches for eight yards last week. They'll have to rely more on their running game, which is something they've gotten away from in recent weeks. Wright is a matchup play, but only in deep leagues.

Huddle Up: LaPorta will miss at least the next four games, so fantasy players should keep an eye on his status for the next several weeks. Brock Wright will likely take over as the starting tight end for the Lions with LaPorta out. He will probably see a few targets each game but is unlikely to be a starting option in most leagues.