Jack Campbell injured during Lions game raises key football safety concerns
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Last updated Nov 8, 2026
Jack Campbell of the Detroit Lions sustained a serious injury during a game at Ford Field last Sunday. The linebacker went down after a routine tackle and did not get up, drawing comparisons to past player injuries in NFL history. Author Mitch Albom discusses the broader implications of injuries in football, questioning the long-term viability of the sport in light of its violent nature. As of now, there are no updates on Campbell's condition or potential recovery.
- •Jack Campbell was injured during the Lions' game last Sunday.
- •The injury prompted reflections on historical injuries within the NFL.
- •Mitch Albom raises the question of whether football should continue.
- •Similar past incidents involved players like Mike Utley and Reggie Brown.
- •Discussion includes the risks of other contact sports and medical responses.
- 5:01 AMYahoo Sports — Mitch Albom: After injuries like Jack Campbell's, a question remains
"After Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell was hurt in last Sunday's game I found myself asking the question: Should we still be playing this sport?
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