Jack Campbell: Detroit Lions star confirms he has full movement in his lower body after neck injury
Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell has confirmed he has full movement in his lower body following a neck injury sustained during a game against the Minnesota Vikings. He remains optimistic about his recovery and is currently working on regaining full upper body mobility.
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Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Jack Campbell was drafted by the Detroit Lions in 2023
Detroit Lions player Jack Campbell has confirmed he has full movement in his lower body and is progressing with his upper body after sustaining a neck injury.
Campbell was taken to hospital after he was struck in the head during the Lions' NFL game against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday.
The Lions released a statement on social media on behalf of 26-year-old linebacker Campbell, saying that he is "very optimistic".
"I'm incredibly encouraged by the progress I've made in such a short period of time," the statement said.
"I have full movement in my lower body and I'm continuing to make progress with movement in my upper body.
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