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Week 1 Start ’Em, Sit ’Em Fantasy Tight Ends

Lions TE Sam LaPorta has a favorable matchup vs. the Saints at home in Week 1.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 8

The Alice In Chains Fantasy Football Draft Goes Completely Off The Rails

If you’ve been following Michael Fabiano's draft advice, you’ll be shocked by some of his decisions.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 4

What Happens When a Fantasy Football Draft Goes Completely Sideways

In the interest of the majority who aren’t in expert leagues, SI's Michael Fabiano shares one of his recent drafts.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 1

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How the Texans Can Replace Jayden Higgins, Plus 10 Other Things You May Have Missed Across the NFL This Week

Unfortunate injuries and Fernando Mendoza’s less-than-ideal second preseason appearance underscore yet another busy week in the NFL.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 21

2026 Fantasy Superflex Mock Draft 3.0: Caleb Williams a First-Rounder

In leagues that allow managers to start two quarterbacks, the young Bears star has first-round value.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 18

2026 Fantasy Mock Draft 6.0: Kenneth Walker III Moves Into Round 2

Our most recent 10-round mock draft reflects the Chiefs running back's rise in popularity.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 14

Albert Breer Empties His Lions Notebook From Training Camp

Running back Jahmyr Gibbs makes an appearance in pads, and could have a new deal soon. Plus, the offensive line and the secondary are huge question marks.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 6

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2026 Fantasy Football Tight End Tiers: Colston Loveland Moves Up to Tier 2

The Bears tight end is a popular breakout candidate in 2026 fantasy football leagues.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 17

Ranking the 10 Best NFL Tight Ends for 2026: Travis Kelce Squeezes In Ahead of Potential Retirement Tour

From young stars Brock Bowers and Colston Loveland to future Hall of Famers Travis Kelce and George Kittle, the tight end position is stacked heading into this season.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 16

2026 Fantasy Football Mock Draft 5.0: Ja'Marr Chase Moves Ahead of Puka Nacua

Our latest 10-round mock draft has plenty of changes throughout, including in the first round.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 26

Super Bowl LXI Road Map: Why the Lions Can (or Can’t) Win It All

Detroit has an arsenal of weapons on offense, but its defense remains a concern.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 18

Sam LaPorta Among Potential 2026 Fantasy Football Tight End Busts

Players that managers should beware of in drafts, or who could fail to meet expectations based on a previous high level of fantasy success.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 11

Jack Campbell Extension Further Validates a Once-Criticized Lions 2023 Draft Class

Detroit GM Brad Holmes hit a home run with the Lions’ first four picks in the 2023 draft.

Sports Illustrated · May 21

Albert Breer’s Mailbag: Why Detroit Won’t Draft Jared Goff’s Replacement

The Lions have other positions to address. Plus, Bryce Young’s future in Carolina, Kansas City’s plan for Justin Fields and more.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 25

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Sports Illustrated · Feb 26

Kenyon Sadiq Leads 2026 Rookie Tight Ends for Fantasy Football Fans to Watch

Rookie tight ends had historically struggled to make an immediate fantasy football impact, but that changed three years ago. In 2023, Sam LaPorta led the positi

Sports Illustrated · Jan 27

Fab's Way-Too-Early 2026 Fantasy Football Tight End Rankings

The position was a complete dumpster fire this past season, at least as it pertained to the top players.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 19

Fab's Five: Biggest Fantasy Football Hits And Misses in 2025 and Lessons Learned

Looking back at some of the picks we made this season, including a list of what we got right and wrong (and why).

Sports Illustrated · Nov 27, 2025

Key Matchups, Predictions for Lions-Packers and More NFL Week 13 Games

Detroit’s middling offense will be tested by Green Bay’s stout defense. Plus, Josh Allen will look to put Pittsburgh’s pass defense through its paces.

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Sports Illustrated · Nov 21, 2025

Sam LaPorta Injury: Lions Tight End Likely Done for the Season After Surgery

The Lions will be without their top tight end as they enter the stretch run to the postseason.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 15, 2025

Sam LaPorta Injury: Lions Tight End Will Be Out at Least Four Games After Move to IR

The Lions will be without a key receiving threat for at least four weeks.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 13, 2025

Lions Had a Serious Weakness Exposed Against Chiefs

Detroit didn’t look like a contender during Sunday night’s 30–17 loss to Kansas City.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 21, 2025

Fab's Top Five Fantasy Football Tight Ends to Draft in 2025

These are the Top 5 fantasy football TEs to draft in 2025.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 31, 2025

Ranking the 10 NFL Teams With the Best Under-25 Talent

Which franchises have the young playmakers to secure a bright future?

Sports Illustrated · Jul 25, 2025

Fantasy Football No. 9 Draft Pick Strategy: How to Draft From the Ninth Overall Position

How to win your fantasy football draft if you're picking from the No. 9 spot in your draft.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 6, 2025

Fantasy Football Consistency Rankings: Tight ends

A difference-maker at tight is rare, but a consistently good tight end is even more advantageous.

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