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ArticleSam LaPorta is back after back surgery and remains top fantasy TE optionJuly 23, 2026

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Why Sam LaPorta remains a TE1 in fantasy July 23, 2026

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LaPorta remains a TE1 option after back surgery recovery.

The source identifies Sam LaPorta as a TE1 in fantasy football entering Year 4, despite an injury-shortened 2025 season following back surgery. His status as a top tight end option remains intact as he returns to full health.

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LaPorta ranked No. 5 tight end for Week 9 with 8.8 projected points.

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LaPorta is ranked ninth among TEs for Week 9.

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LaPorta tied at 18% targets with Williams and Gibbs; boom-bust play, not TE7 material.

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Updating this ⬇️ Tight ends with run 500+ routes in a season have a SIXTY SEVEN percent hit rate finishing top-six at the TE position in Fantasy scor...

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Sam LaPorta is a Week 9 waiver target in Guillotine Leagues.

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LaPorta's workload diluted by Lions' loaded skill group; avoid overspending.

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