GREAT NEWS: The Lions has gotten the best lineman ever…….

In their regular season finale, the Detroit Lions lost Pro Bowl tight end Sam LaPorta, a vital component of their offense.

LaPorta allegedly had a bone bruise and hyperextended knee during the Minnesota Vikings’ 30-20 victory. Even if the initial prognosis

isn’t as serious as many had feared, the rookie will probably miss Detroit’s first round playoff matchup against Los Angeles on Sunday.

LaPorta is a key component of Detroit’s attack, so the Lions’ passing game will be lacking something. In addition, with the rookie

sidelined and backup Brock Wright questionable after missing the previous three games due to a hip ailment, there is a lack of depth at

the position.

Thus, the Lions would be prudent to assess outside candidates who might be able to provide a last-minute boost to their offensive.

Zach Ertz, a three-time Pro Bowl selection who was cut by Arizona in late November, is one of those available.

After registering 27 receptions for 187 yards and one touchdown this season with the Cardinals, Ertz was dismissed. He hasn’t signed

with a new team yet, but his blend of seasoned expertise and proven output might be

Over the course of 12 seasons, Ertz has amassed 7,434 yards and 46 touchdowns. He spent nine years as a player for the Eagles, making three trips to the Pro Bowl and contributing to the team’s Super Bowl 52 victory.

The Lions use their tight ends in a number of ways, including as blockers in the run game and via the air. James Mitchell is now the only available healthy option, thus Ertz would make sense as a veteran.

Throughout the season, the Lions have demonstrated a talent for adding veterans to the roster. This season, defensive lineman Tyson Alualu and outside linebacker Bruce Irvin were added by general manager Brad Holmes.

Before being added to the active roster in both instances, they were both signed to the practice squad and had to spend many weeks getting back into football condition.

Ertz has participated in seven games so far this season, so it’s possible that readjusting to the new environment won’t require as much time. The veteran has ties to Detroit as well; Steve Heiden, the current tight ends coach for the Lions, was his position coach in Arizona.

To replace the vacuum left by LaPorta, the Lions may potentially look within. Having been on the practice squad for the most of the season, Anthony Firkser is a well-known face. Wright’s return on Sunday would be critical to Detroit’s depth.

He has appeared in two games and was released last week in order to make room on the roster for two returning defenders. Last week, he was added back to the practice squad.

Another experienced option, Darrell Daniels, was dismissed after appearing in three games for the Lions earlier this season. Daniels’ main responsibility, though, was to cover for Jason Cabinda at fullback in the wake of his injury.

Adding Ertz to the practice squad would be a wise decision if he is ready to play straight away. Since it is still uncertain how long LaPorta will be out of the picture, Detroit cannot afford to wait on a deal.

It is critical to find a rapid resolution for Sunday’s playoff game since it is a win-or-go-home affair.

Players on the practice squad are eligible for unlimited elevation during the postseason, so the Lions wouldn’t have to worry about him playing to the best of his ability even if he isn’t on the active roster.

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