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Calais Campbell breaks NFL record for games played by a defensive lineman

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 12:44 AM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Calais Campbell breaks NFL record for games played by a defensive lineman
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Calais Campbell of the Ravens played his 283rd career game against the Atlanta Falcons on October 12, 2026, setting a new NFL record for defensive linemen. This milestone surpasses the previous record held by Jim Marshall. At 40 years old and in his 19th season, Campbell had entered the game needing five appearances to break the record. Campbell previously played for the Ravens from 2020 to 2022 before two separate seasons with Atlanta and Miami. Campbell confirmed this season could potentially be his last, but achieving this record marks a significant accomplishment in his career.

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  • •Campbell surpasses Jim Marshall's record for defensive lineman games played.
  • •The milestone was reached in Campbell's first game back with the Ravens.
  • •Campbell has recorded over 117 career sacks during his tenure.
  • •He returned to the Ravens this offseason after stints with multiple teams.
  • •Campbell expressed potential retirement plans before the season.
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  • 12:44 AMYahoo Sports — Ravens’ Calais Campbell breaks NFL record for games by defensive lineman
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Ravens defensive lineman Calais Campbell played his 283rd career game, passing Jim Marshall for the NFL record at his position.

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