Alright, so today I’m gonna break down my thoughts on “Laporta or Kittle”. Buckle up, it’s gonna be a ride.
First off, gotta say, been messing around with fantasy football for a while now, and tight end is always a headache. Always! You’re either striking gold or getting absolutely nothing. This year, I was staring down the barrel of choosing between Laporta and Kittle in my draft, and man, was I sweating.
So, let’s start with Kittle. The dude’s a beast. Seriously, a straight-up monster on the field. He’s been putting up numbers for years, and you know he’s gonna get his targets. Plus, he’s a key part of that 49ers offense. I mean, this guy was ranked number 14 by his peers! That says something, right? I remember back in 2017 when the 49ers picked him up – felt like a steal even then. He’s just consistently good. In 2024, no other tight end scored more points per game than Kittle did(13.2). That kind of consistency is gold in fantasy.
But here’s where it gets tricky. He’s getting older. Father Time is undefeated, as they say. You gotta wonder how much longer he can keep up this level of play. And the 49ers have so many weapons, right? Aiyuk, Deebo, McCaffrey… sometimes it feels like Kittle gets lost in the shuffle. Plus, his ADP (average draft position) was around the 8th tight end and 73rd overall. That’s pretty high. You’re investing a decent pick in him, hoping for that top-tier production. I was like, “Do I risk it?”
Then there’s Laporta. Now, he’s the new kid on the block, right? A young stud with a ton of upside. The Lions offense is looking legit, and Goff seems to trust him. I watched some tape, and the guy’s got hands. He can make plays. You can just tell he has potential to be a big-time player. The question is, can he deliver consistently? Will he be the main target in that offense week in and week out? That’s the big unknown.
Alright, so here’s how I made my decision. I dug into the numbers, watched some game film, and basically drove myself crazy trying to figure it out. I ended up leaning towards Laporta. Here’s why:
- Upside: Laporta’s got it in spades. I felt like he had a higher ceiling than Kittle this year.
- Offensive situation: The Lions offense is on the rise, and Laporta could be a key part of it. I liked the potential for big plays.
- Risk/Reward: Kittle is the safer pick, no doubt. But with Laporta, I felt like the potential reward outweighed the risk. If he hits, he could be a league winner.
Did I feel good about it? Not entirely. There was definitely some second-guessing going on. But I went with my gut. I took Laporta. And you know what? So far, so good. He’s been putting up solid numbers, and I’m feeling pretty good about my choice. But hey, it’s fantasy football. Anything can happen. One wrong hit, one bad game, and it all goes south. But that’s the fun of it, right?
So, yeah, that’s the story of how I chose Laporta over Kittle. It was a tough call, but I’m happy with my decision so far. Hope this helps some of you out there struggling with the same dilemma. Good luck this season!
