NFL star unlikely to play again this season after having shock back surgery

The Detroit Lions could be without a key member of their team for the remainder of the season, head coach Dan Campbell revealed on Friday. 

The Lions coach confirmed that tight end Sam LaPorta has undergone surgery on his back after being placed on injured reserve last week. 

Campbell admitted that the 24-year-old’s chances of returning to the field this season are ‘very, very slim,’ according to Dave Birkett. 

More to follow.