Lions' Rookie TE Sam LaPorta Active for Divisional-Round Game Against Buccaneers

Despite knee injury, LaPorta's participation could boost Lions' passing game; key players Houston and Raymond out for Lions, Barrett and Edmonds active for Buccaneers.

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.