Overview

• Rookie tight end Sam LaPorta, a key player for the Detroit Lions, is active for the divisional-round game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, despite a knee injury.
• LaPorta, who set a rookie record for receptions and is an Offensive Rookie of the Year candidate, is expected to be a significant asset for the Lions' passing game.
• Lions' edge rusher James Houston is inactive due to a broken leg, and returner and receiver Kalif Raymond is also out with a knee injury.
• The Buccaneers have key players active, including outside linebacker Shaquil Barrett and backup running back Chase Edmonds.
• The winner of this game will face the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship on Jan. 28.