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Sam LaPorta just sent a message to the Patriots ahead of the trade deadline

Musket Fire·Oct 24, 2026 · 6:00 AM CT
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With injuries piling up, Musket Fire argues the Patriots should call Detroit about tight end Sam LaPorta, 25, whose extension talks with the Lions have stalled. The writer sees him as a long-term successor to Hunter Henry and a partner for rookie Eli Raridon if Detroit makes him available before the trade deadline.

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