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Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell shared some encouraging news Monday, Nov. 2, regarding linebacker Jack Campbell following his injury against the Minnesota Vikings.
Dan Campbell visited Jack in the hospital Sunday evening and spoke with his parents and wife.
Dan Campbell praised the linebacker’s character, leadership and importance in the locker room, calling him dependable and a player who gives his all to his teammates.
Dan Campbell acknowledged how difficult it was for players and coaches to watch Jack go down, especially because he rarely stays on the field after a play.
Allen Park, Michigan — Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell shared a positive update Monday on the linebacker Jack Campbell after visiting him in the hospital after Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings.
Dan said Monday, Nov. 2, that he visited the linebacker Sunday night and spoke with his parents and wife.
Although he did not provide specific medical details, Dan said the family remains in good spirits and focused on his recovery.
“It’s positive, you know, so your prayers are working. Please keep doing that,” Dan said. “But it’s positive news for Jack.”
Jack Campbell injury
Jack Campbell was injured during the second half of Sunday’s 19-15 victory on the previously undefeated Vikings inside Ford Field.
He took on the former Lions tight end TJ Hockenson then remained on the grass for several minutes.
Medical staff eventually took him off the field while he was strapped to a board on the medical cart.
Medical staff took him to the hospital for an evaluation, where he remained until the night of November 2.
Dan Campbell visits Jack Campbell in hospital
The Lions coach said he had a chance to see the linebacker Sunday night after the injury that had players, coaches and fans worried.
“I did, I was able to go see him last night. It was good, it was positive,” Campbell said. “I have to see his parents, talk to his wife. And, you know, everyone’s in a good mood.”
Campbell described the situation as a slight setback and said Jack’s family remained positive about his recovery.
He also praised the linebacker for his leadership, character and importance in the Lions locker room.
“He’s a guy that, you know, is trustworthy. He’s reliable. You know, he gives you his shirt off his back,” Campbell said. “He’s just all heart, man, all effort.”
Dan added that Jack has earned the respect of everyone on the team.
“There’s not a man on this team that doesn’t respect Jack Campbell, you know, and doesn’t care about him,” Dan said.
Dan Campbell says injury was tough on team
Dan acknowledged how difficult it was for the players and coaches to watch their teammate go down during Sunday’s game.
He said the timing was particularly concerning because Jack Campbell is not someone who typically stays on the field.
“It’s hard, you know, it’s hard,” Dan said. “You never want to see someone like that on the field.”
Despite the emotional moment, Dan praised the team for coming together and overcoming adversity to finish the game against Minnesota.
Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell shows his support
Dan also praised Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell for monitoring Jack Campbell after his injury.
He said members of the Minnesota organization have offered prayers and expressed concern for the Lions linebacker.
“This league is very competitive, but it’s a brotherhood,” Dan said.
Dan said the gesture reminded everyone that players and coaches have families and lives beyond football.
The Lions head coach did not provide additional medical details on Jack’s condition.
The team said the update was positive as he continues his recovery.
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