Jack Campbell live updates: Latest news on Lions linebacker hospitalized with neck injury

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Lions linebacker Jack Campbell was carted off the field with a neck injury in a scary moment during Sunday’s matchup against the Vikings.

During the fourth quarter of an eventual 19-15 win for Detroit, Campbell injured his neck in a collision with Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson.

Campbell was hospitalized following the injury, with the team providing updates on his status in the hours that followed.

Here’s the latest on Campbell after his exit against the Vikings.

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Jack Campbell updates

Nov. 4, 12:40 p.m. ET — Campbell released a lengthy statement on Wednesday, revealing that he has full movement in his lower body and is “continuing to make progress” on movement in his upper body.

“My faith in God has never been stronger,” Campbell said. “I know He has a plan for me, and I trust in that plan. I know there may be challenges ahead, but with my faith, my family, and so many people in my corner, I know we’ll get through this.”

STATEMENT FROM JACK CAMPBELL My family and I want to sincerely thank everyone for the overwhelming amount of love, prayers, and support we’ve received over the past few days. It means more to us than words can express. I’m incredibly encouraged by the progress I’ve made in such a short period of time. I have full movement in my lower body, and I’m continuing to make progress with movement in my upper body. I know there’s still work ahead, but I remain very optimistic. I’m taking things one day at a time, staying positive, and focusing on getting better. My faith in God has never been stronger. I know He has a plan for me, and I trust in that plan. I know there may be challenges ahead, but with my faith, my family, and so many people in my corner, I know we’ll get through this. I especially want to thank the athletic trainers and medical personnel who responded and cared for me on the field. I know those were difficult moments, and I’m incredibly grateful for the professionalism, compassion, and care you showed me. The way you handled everything and looked after me when I needed it most is something I’ll never forget. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. I also can’t say enough about the incredible care I’ve received from the medical team at Henry Ford Hospital and the Detroit Lions medical staff. They’ve been amazing to me and my family throughout this process, and I’m truly grateful for everything they’ve done. To my teammates, coaches, and everyone in the Lions organization, I want you to know how much I love and appreciate you. This team is a family to me, and the way everyone has been there for me means everything. I’m proud to be a Detroit Lion and couldn’t ask to be surrounded by a better group of people. One thing I’ve learned about Detroit is that this city is built on toughness, resilience, and grit. That’s exactly how I’m going to approach this challenge. Please continue to keep me and my family in your prayers. We feel the love, and I can’t thank everyone enough. God is good. My faith is strong. Jack Campbell

— Detroit Lions (@Lions) November 4, 2026

Nov. 4, 8:15 a.m. ET — The Lions did not release a formal update on Tuesday, but coach Dan Campbell did say on 97.1 The Fan that the linebacker is “improving.” 

Nov. 2, 3:01 p.m. ET — Lions head coach Dan Campbell spoke to reporters on Monday afternoon, saying that Jack Campbell’s condition is “positive,” but leaving it at that.

Coach Campbell on the latest update on Jack Campbell https://t.co/TrC1RZkVvQ

— Detroit Lions (@Lions) November 2, 2026

The coach also spoke about what his linebacker means to the team.

“He’d give you the shirt off his back,” Dan Campbell said. “Just an unbelievable person.”

Coach Campbell on what Jack Campbell means to the team https://t.co/q4NpLjofui

— Detroit Lions (@Lions) November 2, 2026

Nov. 2, 2:40 p.m. ET— In another statement released by the Lions, the team said Campbell “continues to rest and recover at a local hospital” and while the latest indications are “positive,” they will not offer further details out of respect for the linebacker and his family.

Jack Campbell continues to rest and recover at a local hospital. Preliminary indications are positive and out of respect for Jack and his family we will not share further information at this time.

— Detroit Lions (@Lions) November 2, 2026

Nov. 1, 8:51 p.m. ET— Lions head coach Dan Campbell also addressed the team about Jack Campbell’s injury, saying at the time that he didn’t have any new information, but wanted his team to keep the linebacker in their thoughts and prayers.

Emotional scene in the #Lions locker room as HC Dan Campbell addresses the team about LB Jack Campbell before a team prayer. Really hoping for the best. (🎥 @Lions) https://t.co/cqmwMyNwUM

— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) November 2, 2026

Nov. 1, 7:08 p.m. ET — Not long after their win over the Vikings, the Lions said in a statement that Campbell “is resting and will remain in a local hospital” for the night for evaluation and monitoring.

Jack Campbell is resting and will remain in a local hospital tonight, for continued evaluation and monitoring. The team will provide further updates as we have them.

— Detroit Lions (@Lions) November 2, 2026

Nov. 2, 5 p.m. ET — In his postgame press conference, Dan Campbell said Jack Campbell was breathing and alert when he left the stadium, but had no further updates, per Al Karsten.

What is Jack Campbell’s injury?

The Lions have not provided further details about Campbell’s injury outside of the fact that it was a neck injury.

Campbell was unable to get up on his own power after the injury vs. Minnesota and received attention from medical staff on the field before being carted off.

What happened to Jack Campbell?

During the fourth quarter of Sunday’s game, Campbell was converging to make a tackle at Hockenson’s legs, then was motionless on the ground.

The medical team came out to assess Campbell, and he was placed onto a spinal board and was lifted onto a cart as Lions and Vikings players both took a knee. The injury resulted in around a 10-minute delay in the game.

This appears to be a serious scene in Detroit. The Lions athletic training staff is moving with a purpose to help Jack Campbell, who fell and didn’t move. https://t.co/xiLqGZ4nv3

— Brad Galli (@BradGalli) November 1, 2026

Campbell, 25, is coming off an All-Pro season in 2025, a first-round pick in 2023 who has become one of the NFL’s best linebackers. He signed a four-year, $81 million extension last offseason.

The Lions defense takes a moment after Jack Campbell was carted off. @ErinAndrews has more. https://t.co/uvy9PfrITI

— FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) November 1, 2026

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