Lions Offensive Coordinator Praises Sam LaPorta At Training Camp
1 year agoDetroit Lions rookie tight end Sam LaPorta notably had great performances during OTAs in the spring, and he's continuing to make plays during training camp. "He's earned the right now to be in that first-team huddle with Jared and that offensive line," Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson said. "He's proven that over the course of the springtime and the work that he's put in. So, (we're) encouraged with where he's going. He's still making mistakes, he's still learning, and we are putting a lot of pressure on him to pick it up, but I think he's in a really good spot for a first-year tight end." According to Colton Pouncy of The Athletic, LaPorta is also getting work with the second and third-team offenses to maximize his reps. Ultimately, it seems the Lions are preparing him to be the Week 1 starter for the Thursday night opener against the Kansas City Chiefs. LaPorta could have plenty of value while Jameson Williams (six-game suspension) is out.
Source: Colton Pouncey -- The Athletic
Source: Colton Pouncey -- The Athletic