by: Chandler Vessels 3 hours ago ChandlerVessels
The Detroit Lions have placed tight end Sam LaPorta on injured reserve, it was reported Saturday. LaPorta is dealing with a back injury and will be forced to miss the next four games, making him eligible to return in Week 15 at the earliest.
It’s unclear exactly when LaPorta suffered the injury, but he played in last Sunday’s game against the Washington Commanders. The tight end ranks second on the team in receiving so far this season with 40 catches for 489 yards and three touchdowns.