Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta made an immediate impact in his 2023 rookie season. The University of Iowa product racked up 86 receptions with 889 yards while finding the end zone 10 times. Not only did that move him into must-start fantasy territory, but he might be the best option at his position already.
Tight end has long since been a fantasy wasteland if you missed out on the top few options. You would either get an absolute stud putting up giant numbers, a mediocre option once the top options are gone, or you’d have to punt the position, and try and do it with mirrors, trying to strike gold with streaming options off the waiver wire.
LaPorta, and a handful of others who have entered the league, have breathed new air into the position. There are options for nearly everybody, although there still is a stark drop-off after the top guys are rostered.
Below, we look at Sam LaPorta’s 2024 fantasy football average draft position (ADP) and where you should draft him.