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Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is likely out for the rest of the season after having back surgery. Lions coach Dan Campbell said Friday the procedure went well. LaPorta’s absence leaves a big void as Detroit found out in last week’s 16-9 loss at Philadelphia, where he was out of the lineup after going on injured reserve. He has 40 receptions for 489 yards and three touchdowns this season and 186 catches for 2,104 yards and 20 touchdowns in 2 1/2 seasons. LaPorta was second-team Associated Press All-Pro as a rookie.