Sam LaPorta progressing towards return for Lions, participates in minicamp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:26 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta was a partial participant in mandatory minicamp on June 16. Coach Dan Campbell stated LaPorta is 'trending the right way' and may be cleared for training camp next month. LaPorta's return comes after he played only nine games last season due to a herniated disc and subsequent surgery. He has not engaged in full-speed drills this spring and is expected to play a significant role following a record-setting rookie season. The Lions also signed wide receivers Lucky Jackson and Tarik Black from the UFL champion Louisville Kings after their performance during a workout.
- •LaPorta participated partially in minicamp as of June 16.
- •Campbell optimistic about LaPorta's path to recovery.
- •LaPorta had surgery in November 2025 for a back injury.
- •He set a rookie record with 86 catches last season.
- •Lions signed two receivers from the UFL after minicamp workouts.
- 11:26 PMYahoo Sports — Sam LaPorta injury update: Lions TE 'trending' toward July return
"The Detroit Lions signed WRs Lucky Jackson and Tarik Black from the UFL champion Louisville Kings after a workout Tuesday, June 16.
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