The Detroit Lions are gearing up for another NFL campaign after winning the NFC North title in 2024. Unfortunately, the team just got some unfortunate injury news before the start of the 2025 season.

The Lions offense is going through a transition period, as they lost their offensive coordinator Ben Johnson to the head coaching gig of the Chicago Bears this offseason. More than ever, training camp snaps, specifically in joint practices, are valuable for an offense that could see some growing pains under new OC John Morton.

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta was absent from practice on Thursday due to an injury. Here's the latest update on his status as the 2025 NFL regular season draws near.