The Detroit Lions’ Week 8 showdown against the Minnesota Vikings came to a grinding halt on Sunday, and it was for the scariest reason imaginable: All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell went down hard, taken off the field on a stretcher after a play that saw him appear to go limp tackling Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson. It happened on the very first play of the fourth quarter, sucking all the air out of Ford Field.
Campbell Down for Minutes, No Immediate Update
Medical officials rushed to Campbell’s side after he appeared to get bent awkwardly back, and he stayed on the ground for well over five agonizing minutes. You hate to see that, especially when a guy is not moving. They eventually took him off on a stretcher, with his head supported and every single one of his extremities stabilized, which tells you everything about the seriousness of the situation. As of right now, there’s no official word from the team on his status. Lions fans are just left waiting, hoping for any positive news.
A Massive Hit for Detroit’s Defense
This isn’t just any player we’re talking about here. Jack Campbell is a cornerstone for the Lions, an All-Pro talent who just this offseason inked a huge four-year, $81 million extension. He’s one of their most important players, period. Losing him, even temporarily, would be a gut punch to that defense. While everyone waits for an update, the whole Campbell family could certainly use all the thoughts and well-wishes you’ve got. What a brutal moment for the team and for Jack personally.
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Originally reported by Pride of Detroit.
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