Mark Andrews vs Sam LaPorta: Who Should You Start?
Deciding between Mark Andrews and Sam LaPorta is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Baltimore Ravens tight end put up 6.3 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Sam LaPorta of the Detroit Lions averaged 9.7 in 9. A 3.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.
The per-game difference of 3.4 points favors Sam LaPorta, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one tight end to the other.
Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. Mark Andrews had 48 catches for 422 yards; Sam LaPorta posted 40 for 489. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.
One scheduling note: Mark Andrews is off Week 14 and Sam LaPorta Week 5. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in tight end for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.
