The Detroit Lions are set to take on the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 11, in what should be one of the more thrilling matchups of the season. Unfortunately, it appears Detroit will be without star tight end Sam LaPorta .

LaPorta, who is 24 years old, will not play in the “Sunday Night Football” game against the Eagles due to a back injury , according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. He has not participated in practice throughout the week leading up to the contest, and will need at least one game to nurse his back issue.

“Lions TE Sam LaPorta is listed as out for Sunday night vs. the Eagles due to his back injury.” Article Continues Below

It's not entirely clear when LaPorta suffered the back injury. He did not appear to have any issues during the Lions' 44-22 routing against the Washingto

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