Sam LaPorta Health, Injury Updates & History

Underwent a back procedure and was placed on Injured Reserve, a possible return date before the proc...

Has been placed on IR with the back injury he suffered last week, he won't be eligible to return until their Week 15 game versus the Rams

Ruled out for Sunday after missing practice all week due to a back injury

Is expected to be back in the lineup for W12 at Indianapolis, according to head coach Dan Campbell “He's been good”, regarding the shoulder injury he was dealing with, he was a full participant in practice on Thursday and Friday, increasing the likelihood of his avaiability

He had an AC joint sprain according to the war room video analysis, he's missed a little bit of time, he’s on the verge of returning, Detroit has a lot of weapons but he should be close to full go this week as he returns for W12

The Lions are in a good place with their record where they can be cautious with some of their injuries, LaPorta is a good candidate for caution, if this were the playoffs he would be able to play W12, but he will need to be monitored for an official determination but if he misses this week, that shouldn't be too much of a surprise

Logged a DNP on Friday with the shoulder injury he sustained in W10, and after being considered day-to-day by head coach Dan Campbell, he has been ruled out for W11

Logged a DNP on Friday with the shoulder injury he sustained in W10, and after being considered day-to-day by head coach Dan Campbell, he is unlikely to play W11 but an official determination could come closer to game-time

Head coach Dan Campbell said Monday that LaPorta is viewed as day-to day-with the shoulder injury he sustained during W10, he's hopeful LaPorta can go on Sunday but he will need to continue to be monitored throughout the week

Head coach Dan Campbell tells reporters that Sam LaPorta is expected to play Monday night with the sprained ankle he sustained and has been managing