A.J. Derby vs Sam LaPorta: Who Wins on NFL Stats?

The career statistics tell a clear story in this TE comparison. Sam LaPorta holds the advantage in 5 of 5 key categories, with Rec Touchdowns representing the most decisive gap — a 566.7% difference that separates these two NFL players. This is not a close debate on the numbers.

Sam LaPorta's Rec Touchdowns of 20 compared to A.J. Derby's 3 represents a 566.7% advantage — dramatically better than their counterpart in this critical category. A.J. Derby falls 91.4% below the career average of 35 in this category while Sam LaPorta exceeds it. It is the single most decisive number in this comparison and the clearest statistical argument for Sam LaPorta's edge.

The most competitive category in this matchup is Games Played, where A.J. Derby posts 21 against Sam LaPorta's 43 — a gap of just 104.8%. A.J. Derby can point to this as evidence that the overall comparison is closer than the final 5-0 tally suggests. In any debate, Games Played is the statistical ammunition for the A.J. Derby side.

The tight end position demands a rare combination of size, athleticism and football IQ. Career receiving production at tight end reflects the ability to dominate as a mismatch weapon, red zone threat and reliable safety valve.

Sam LaPorta wins this head to head comparison decisively — 5 categories to 0. The 566.7% gap in Rec Touchdowns alone makes a compelling case, but the consistency across multiple categories confirms Sam LaPorta's statistical superiority in this NFL career comparison.