Lions All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell was placed on a backboard and carted off the field early in the fourth quarter of Detroit's 19-15 victory over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. Campbell was face down on the turf and not moving after hitting tight end T.J. Hockenson for his third tackle of the game. He is being taken to a local hospital to be evaluated for a neck injury. Lions coach Dan Campbell said the team is thinking about him following the game.
Campbell, a former Iowa star drafted 18th overall in 2023, was an All-Pro selection last season after becoming the first NFL player in seven years to record 150-plus tackles, at least five sacks, and three forced fumbles. The Lions signed him to a four-year contract extension through 2030 last May. He was one of three key Lions defenders injured in the game, along with pass rusher DJ Wonnum and safety Brian Branch, who also suffered injuries.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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