Detroit Lions show up wearing Jack Campbell jersey to Dolphins game

Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell is recuperating from a severe neck injury, yet his jersey number remains prominently displayed among his teammates. On Sunday, November 8, several Lions players arrived at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, prior to their matchup against the Miami Dolphins. They wore Campbell jerseys as a tribute to their wounded captain.

The honored players included linebackers Derrick Barnes, Malcolm Rodriguez, and K.J. Britt, as well as defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard. Campbell sustained his neck injury during the fourth quarter of the Lions' 19-15 victory over the Minnesota Vikings on the previous Sunday. He lay on the Ford Field turf for more than ten minutes after a regular tackle on Vikings tight end T.J.

Hockenson before being taken to a nearby hospital. Campbell released a statement on Wednesday indicating that he had regained full movement in his lower body, and Lions coach Dan Campbell confirmed that the linebacker continues to heal. The 5-2 Lions are set to face the 1-6 Dolphins at 1 p.m. ET, with several defensive starters sidelined, including cornerback D.J.

Reed and edge rusher DJ Wonnum. However, it appears that Campbell's absence will be most noticeable. For daily updates on Detroit sports, sign up for the Sports Briefing newsletter. Christian Cromo can be reached at cromo@freepress.com. This story first appeared on the Detroit Free Press website.