Why SAM LAPORTA is the SECRET WEAPON of the DETROIT LIONS (His Insane Rise)

At one time, Sam LaPorta only had one power five offer and that was from Iowa. He was an unheralded recruit who now had expectations of becoming the next great Iowa tight end. He ended up going down in Iowa history, became a 2nd round pick and is now the future of the Detroit Lions. Today, I want to talk about the insane rise of Sam LaPorta, talked about his Hawkeye career and why he has so much hype with the Lions, enjoy!

[@ScottFisherCFB]

What do you think of LaPorta? What topic should I do next?

[@silas_soule5294]

Nice take on Sam LaPorta. The Lions will not be disappointed in starting him every week. Since you mentioned Jack Campbell perhaps do one on him.

[@alschbachb]

I’m a Lions fan, he was my number 1 te in this draft class. I’m so happy traded Hock and drafted him. He’s breaking records in the first 3 weeks. Also currently leads all tight ends in the nfl in receiving yards after 3 weeks. Dudes going to be one of the best if not the best tight end in the league eventually.

[@josesalcedo6502]

After tonight this video will blow up he’s gonna go off

[@PaperPlaneFLYN]

As a Lions fan I'm beyond ecstatic to be able to see LaPorta play... I guarantee this guy is gonna have a hall of fame career

[@nahbruhnope]

This is aging extremely well. LaPorta has put together 2 veteran weeks as a rookie. TE is a very difficult position and he's absolutely killing it. Dare I say, he resembles a young Gronk.

[@12thMandalorian]

Sam is going to be a huge receiving target from the get go for Detroit, can easily seeing him be effective and the defense will have to give him respect

[@metalgate1979]

"Who is this guy?" A TE from Iowa. Thats all that needs to be said.

[@bradspilman6765]

Let's not forget he's incredibly nice person.

[@fergarising1972]

His run blocking was on point this game, saw him drive a 3 tech to the ground, sealed a DE off and popped the mike and drove him back, grreat player.

[@YourGrannysThong]

It's absolutely insane how much Iowa is just birthing beast TE.

[@brokentubing]

Laporta doesn't seem like he's comfortable with the ground which is always a good thing. He catches it and goes. It is good to see his full story, thanks!

[@mikeanderson9266]

He looked very good could end up being a top player in time for sure the talent, strength and brain is there to do so.

[@PepeToTheMooon]

I’m watching this because I have kelce and he’s out so I’m replacing him with Laporta. Hope this guy delivers.

[@williamfuchs95]

Same haha

[@GeorgeKarolemeas369]

Keep him. He’s a pro out the door will be you DO NOT WANT to drop this guy

[@TheJamesgggill]

I think he meant as a backup

[@dmlions]

Sam is the man

[@hunterbrock7463]

This aged real well

[@mikedrndarski2707]

Outstanding

[@josesalcedo6502]

Thanks I needed to know more about my fantasy TE now I’m excited

[@Huntermarquardt]

It’s Jim Warnicke😂

[@RoccoGuyBoiThing]

The amount of secret weapons the league has is starting to feel... Misleading

[@BASHirNimry]

he’s already him.

[@podunkest]

Travis Kelce is the best TE in the league. But who's having the best season at TE so far? Probably Sam Laporta. Amazing.

[@wufluboogaloo180]

Lions clinched nfc north. Laporta at 9 tds, is chasing dick butkus for best rookie season ever

[@TanakaSigauke]

I hate using tight ends who are 6 ft 4 and shorter because they glorified fullbacks and outdated kinda like drafting a qb 1st round and sitting them for 3 years like the packers 😂😂😂

[@STREAMSONLY-vt6gx]

Really. I think you're kinda dumb tbh

[@fredricclack7137]

Hock 👎LaP 👍⚒️🦁💙

[@user-gr4cl9tv2r]

Interesting connection too - Iowa QB Spencer Petras-> QB Jared Goff. The QBs came from the same high school @ MarinCatholic

[@rj6110]

I wish Jared went to Iowa too

[@JG-gz4uk]

I just added this mofo LFG!