Lions' Sam LaPorta sets TE rookie record for catches
Jan 7, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (87) catches a pass for a touchdown in the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings and sets an NFL record for most catches by a rookie tight end at Ford Field. credits: David Reginek-USA TODAY Sports Detroit Lions rookie tight end Sam LaPorta set an NFL record when he reeled in a touchdown reception in the first quarter of Sunday's game against the visiting Minnesota Vikings.
LaPorta's 2-yard catch served as his 82nd reception of the season, eclipsing a tie with Keith Jackson (81 in 1988) for the most grabs by a rookie tight end.
His 10th touchdown catch of the season moved him into a tie with Rob Gronkowski (10 in 2010) for second place among rookie tight ends, leaving him behind only Hall of Fame member Mike Ditka (12 in 1961).
LaPorta, who turns 23 on Friday, was selected by the Lions in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft out of Iowa.
—Field Level Media
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