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Detroit Lions NFL Draft Injury Report: SMU TE Matthew Hibner
TL;DR
The Detroit Lions are considering drafting SMU tight end Matthew Hibner as insurance for Sam LaPorta, who is undergoing disc hernia surgery. Hibner is expected to be available in the mid-late rounds and has a low medical concern level.
The Lions may choose to pick up a mid-late round TE as insurance for Sam LaPorta's disc hernia surgery. Matthew Hibner is an option likely available in that range who has a low medical concern level.
Here is the excerpt from my medical report on Hibner:
(Ages in parentheses are at start of 2026 season and are factored into the concern level. Injury info and ages based on available public information are unverified and subject to update. Games played data courtesy of sports-reference.com.)
Matthew Hibner, TE (24) - SMU
Projected round 4-7. Ran 4.57 40 at combine. Matt Miller’s #231 overall player.
Concern level 2/10
- 2025: 13/13 games. Undisclosed minor injury, missed no games.
- 2024: 14/14 games
- 2023: 7/15 games
- 2022: 13/14 games
- 2021: 8/14 games
Wolverine fans might remember he played his first three years at Michigan. There are no reports of significant injuries for Hibner who was perfectly available in his final two seasons. Only his slightly older age bumps the concern level up.
Hibner compiled 57 receptions for 819 yards in college.
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Q&A
What is the injury status of Sam LaPorta for the Detroit Lions?
Sam LaPorta is undergoing surgery for a disc hernia, prompting the Lions to consider drafting a tight end.
Who is Matthew Hibner and why is he a potential draft pick for the Lions?
Matthew Hibner is a 24-year-old tight end from SMU, likely available in the mid-late rounds, and has a low medical concern level.
What round might the Lions draft a tight end like Matthew Hibner?
The Lions may draft a tight end like Matthew Hibner in the mid-late rounds of the NFL Draft.
