Lions linebacker Jack Campbell was carted off the field on a backboard during Sunday’s win over the Vikings, and right now, there’s no immediate word on his condition. The scene was rough, with Campbell taken straight to a hospital for further evaluation. It was one of those moments that makes everyone in the stadium, and every fan watching, just stop.
No New Info From the Coach
Lions head coach Dan Campbell opened his postgame press conference with the news no one wanted to hear, but everyone expected: he couldn’t give an update on Jack Campbell’s status. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Jack and his family,” Campbell stated. “He’s being taken care of. We don’t have any new information. We’ll keep you updated as this goes, but we’re thinking about him.” You could feel the weight of it, even through the screen. When the coach says he has nothing, you know it’s serious.
The Waiting Game Begins
Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell also echoed thoughts and prayers for Campbell at the start of his own press conference. It’s a stark reminder that as fierce as the competition is, some things are bigger than football. The entire football world will be holding its breath, hoping for good news on Campbell’s condition. For now, all we can do is wait for updates from the hospital. Our thoughts are absolutely with Jack and his family as they go through this.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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