Lions TE Sam LaPorta Suffers Ankle Injury Against Cardinals
LaPorta was carted off the field twice during the game, raising concerns about his availability for upcoming matches.
- Sam LaPorta, Detroit Lions' tight end, was injured during a touchdown play in the first half against the Arizona Cardinals.
- LaPorta was carted to the locker room just before halftime but returned to the field in the second half, only to exit again due to the injury.
- The injury appears to be related to his ankle, which was caught underneath a defender during the play.
- LaPorta had two catches for 36 yards before the injury; he was the team's second-leading receiver last season.
- Multiple Lions players, including linebacker Derrick Barnes and defensive tackle Alim McNeill, also suffered injuries during the game.