ALLEN PARK, Mich. – Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles due to a back injury. LaPorta, 24 years old, did not practice this week. The 2023 Pro Bowl player ranks second on the team in receiving yards (489) with 40 receptions and three touchdowns.
The Lions coach, Dan Campbell, said his confidence level was “very high” in Lions tight end Brock Wright to play without LaPorta. Detroit also ruled out All-Pro safety Kerby Joseph (knee) for the fourth straight game and second-year cornerback Terrion Arnold (concussion).Brock is a guy we don’t talk about much, but he’s the all-around player. He does everything for us: pass protection, run blocking, can run some routes, plays on special teams. He’s one of the most reliable players we have on this team.
Dan Campbell, Lions coach
