Lions coach says linebacker Jack Campbell is improving after neck injury

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell told a radio interview on Tuesday, Nov. 3, that linebacker Jack Campbell is "improving" after being hospitalized for a neck injury suffered during a tackle against the Minnesota Vikings on Nov. 1. Campbell said the team is keeping players informed through the captains and asked fans to continue praying for the player and his family.

The Lions posted a brief update on Monday, Nov. 2, stating that Campbell is resting at a local hospital and that preliminary indications are positive, while noting that further details would not be released out of respect for the player and his family. In a press conference the same day, Dan Campbell echoed the statement, urging continued prayers and describing the situation as "positive."

Campbell added that the coaching staff is trying to keep the roster focused on the upcoming game against the Miami Dolphins, warning that distractions could affect performance. He also mentioned that he visited Campbell in the hospital, spoke with his family, and reported that the atmosphere was upbeat.

Jack Campbell, a 26-year-old linebacker drafted in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, has been a key defensive contributor for Detroit, earning All-Pro honors and a Pro Bowl selection in the 2025 season. He signed a four-year, $81 million extension in May 2026. The team has not released further medical details about the injury.