Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta just keeps racking up the accolades. On Thursday, he was named NFL Rookie of the Week, the second time he’s won the award in the past three weeks.
Against the Denver Broncos, LaPorta tallied five catches for 56 yards and three touchdowns. This week, he bested teammate Jahmyr Gibbs (11 rushes, 100 yards, 2 TDs), Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell (248 yards, 4 TDs), Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice (91 yards, 1 TD), Seahawks wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba (48 yards, GW TD), and Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (111 yards, 2 TDs) for the fan-voted award.