Iowa football rallies support for Jack Campbell after injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 9:42 PM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Iowa football players expressed support for former teammate Jack Campbell following his injury during an NFL game between the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings on November 1. Campbell was injured while attempting a tackle and was taken off the field on a stretcher. He is currently recovering in a local hospital, with Lions head coach Dan Campbell stating that preliminary indications are positive. Coach Kirk Ferentz and current Iowa players have reached out to Campbell’s family, emphasizing the connection and camaraderie within the Hawkeye community. Jack Campbell was a notable linebacker for Iowa and is currently in his second NFL season with the Lions, where he was named All-Pro last year.
- •Jack Campbell injured during Lions vs. Vikings game on November 1
- •Campbell transported to hospital; recovery progressing positively
- •Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz and teammates show support
- •Jack's brother Drew plays for Iowa, recorded 10 tackles this season
- •Campbell was a standout linebacker at Iowa and recent All-Pro in NFL
- 9:42 PMYahoo Sports — Iowa football shows support to Jack Campbell after scary injury
"Iowa football players showed support for former Hawkeye Jack Campbell, who suffered a scary injury while playing for the Detroit Lions on Sunday.
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