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Cedar Falls native Jack Campbell says he has full movement in his lower body after a neck injury

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If you've been waiting for word on Jack Campbell, here it is. The Cedar Falls native and Detroit Lions linebacker said in a statement Wednesday that he has full movement in his lower body and is making progress with movement in his upper body. He was hurt Sunday, Nov. 1, in Detroit's 19-15 win over the Minnesota Vikings.

Campbell was hurt in the Lions' 19-15 win over the Vikings

  • Minnesota Vikings15
    Detroit Lions19
    FinalCampbell was hurt on the first play of the fourth quarter.

Sources: WHO13.com, Hawk Central

Hawk Central reported that Campbell stayed motionless for more than 10 minutes after the tackle on former Hawkeye T.J. Hockenson, and that players from both teams took a knee.

“I'm taking things one day at a time, staying positive, and focusing on getting better.”

Jack Campbell, in a statement from the Lions

Lions coach Dan Campbell said at his Nov. 4 news conference that hearing from Campbell was "powerful." Campbell, who turned 26 in August, has started 53 games over the last four seasons.

8-10 hourshow often Campbell's status is changing, per his coach

Coach Dan Campbell said his status is changing every 8-10 hours, "in a good way."

Source: Hawk Central

  • Drafted: 18th overall by Detroit in 2023
  • Hospital: in Detroit
  • College honors: 2022 Butkus Award and Campbell Trophy

Sources: WHO13.com, KGAN, Hawk Central

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