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NFL DFS Deep Dive on Sam LaPorta

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Sam Laporta. It's the argument that Ryan Heath was making all offseason. It's the Drew Petsig role. Sam Laporta in the Trey McBride role. He averaged 25 routes run per game last year. He's up to 36 this year.
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LaPorta's route share jumped to 36 per game, mirroring McBride's elite tight end role.

Sam LaPorta has increased from 25 routes run per game last year to 36 routes this year, essentially playing a Trey McBride-like role in the Lions offense. This expanded role in a game projected as a mega pass-heavy shootout against Arizona positions him for significant upside.

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