Lions shaken after All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell taken to hospital with ‘scary’ neck injury
Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell was hospitalized with a neck injury following a tackle during a game against the Minnesota Vikings. The team confirmed he is alert and resting while undergoing further evaluation.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the ongoing physical risks and safety concerns inherent in professional football.
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta in thought as Jack Campbell is treated on the field. Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta in thought as Jack Campbell is treated on the field. Detroit Lions Lions shaken after All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell taken to hospital with ‘scary’ neck injury 26-year-old injured making tackle in fourth quarter
Linebacker treated for nearly 10 minutes on field
Prefer the Guardian on Google Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell sustained a neck injury and was taken to a local hospital after being injured during the fourth quarter of his team’s 19-15 victory over the Minnesota Vikings.
“Thoughts and prayers are with Jack and his family,” Lions head coach Dan Campbell said after the game. “He’s being taken care of. We don’t have any new information. We’ll keep you updated as this thing goes. But we are thinking about him. We are thinking about him.”
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