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ESPN Fantasy Football on Sam LaPorta

ArticleMike Clay's early 2026 fantasy football PPR rankingsAugust 11, 2026
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Sam LaPorta, DET -- TE7 (Bye: 6)

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Sam LaPorta ranked TE7 in early 2026 PPR rankings

Ranked TE7 in early 2026 PPR rankings with a bye week of 6.

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