It's been a very long time without any update. Not even a "moving extremities" update. I am mentally preparing for the worst.
Jack Campbell down right now...
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Preparing for the worst but remaining very hopeful. I think the only real updates we have heard were from Dan Campbell that he was alert and breathing. While that is good it’s not exactly a rousing endorsement that jack is doing ok Or going to be ok.
It’s kind of crazy but I think I saw 20 hits more violent than jacks and most of those were without injury. Football is a very violent sport. I was so thankful when my 16 year old decided he no longer wanted to play football.
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Again, take my post in context. I've said MANY times I appreciate his posts with the info. Do your own research. Even the numerous posts about Jacks health were fine, I said that clearly. My issue was the post that was centered around Jacks contract. There was NO need for that post, but he can't help just pounding every thread with post after post after post. Of course what does he do when anyone here says, "hey that post was unnecessary" he goes all scorched earth like he ALWAYS does any time someone disagrees. You're
here defending him and yet HE is the absolute worst poster on this forum at attacking other posters who disagree, which is what your complaining about here. Just read through the last few pages and see who is name calling and attacking other posters.
Give him a break…I think he was honestly just trying to add some of his knowledge on the subject.
Are you asking me as though I am chishawk? If so, you got the wrong guy.
We’re all Iowa fans that hope Jack’s ok……I think as far as mentioning his contract part of caring about what’s best for him includes his ability to take care of his family financially if this turns out career ending
Turning on each other in here doesn’t accomplish anything…… BAU ….. if you don’t like what someone posts ignore it…. don’t start a multi-page pissing match….
prayers up for Jack and his family
Turning on each other in here doesn’t accomplish anything…… BAU ….. if you don’t like what someone posts ignore it…. don’t start a multi-page pissing match….
prayers up for Jack and his family
went to a home lions game a month ago. They brought back many older players. Barry Sanders was there. One I had forgotten about was Michael Utley. If you all remember him and his on field injury.
Yes, thoughts and prayers for Captain Jack and his family...
Does anyone else just feel kind of sick about this? I am still hoping for the best but I almost feel a bit guilty being a football fan and wanting to watch it all the time and then something like this happens.
My deepest prayers for Jack and his entire family … say strong 
and tough as you are Jack! We are all praying for you!
and tough as you are Jack! We are all praying for you!I’ve heard that it didn’t look that bad but I still can’t bring myself to watch the video. As has been mentioned, it’s not a good sign that they haven’t mentioned him regaining movement.
I had to watch a couple times to determine how he even got hurt. It doesn’t look like an abnormal hit/tackle. That might be why it is sort of getting to me.
He fell already out cold. Looked like he tried getting himself up at one point but his legs wouldn't go. Doesn't mean anything permanent for sure. Will see
It honestly didn't look bad at all. I expected to see much worse. But, it looked like an average tackle. Crazy things happen in the NFL. Prayers for the Campbell family and their friends.
On McAfee they just said a text was sent out that he is resting comfortably and there are positive signs. No further news at this time.
When I first saw this post my immediate thought was maybe Jack is perfectly well after this and retires to be with his family. not many years ago a high draft choice Wisky Lbkr retired before his first season started, quoted as saying too many head shots
Maybe waiting for the swelling to go down
Probably. Lions have a press conference starting in 2 minutes. Maybe we'll get more info.
I am guessing we probably won't get a lot more info. That is probably why they just sent out the most recent tweet. To temper expectations and basically tell everyone they aren't going to be getting much more info. I will take the comment about "preliminary indications are positive" as a good sign. Probably the most positive commentary we have heard yet.
Chris Borland. Although, he did play one season in the NFL before retiring.
107 tackles
2 INTs
1 sack
All-Rookie Team
He had just two known concussions but after reading up in them decided to retire.
I know how you feel as far as it is sickening to see this type of thing happen to anyone. We as fans have to realize that these players love to play, are very competitive, love the competition and even college players get paid now. And it happens all the time because life is a big risk. Driving a car, walking along a street with no sidewalks, etc etc. So now we can only hope he is fine.
His head got pushed back quite a bit and a hard hit but the worse type of hit is when the head is down and not up as many years ago a report in SI magazine detailed that type of hit causing paralysis in a few NFL and college players, one was Nick Buoniconti's son playing for the Citadel.
Let’s hope so.
Edit: meaning having his head up helped to keep this from being some sort of permanent thing.
Ok, one year. The NFL is so much faster and bigger. yikes
This. I was watching live and then the replays and I'm still shocked that it's at this point for JC. There were two other plays in that game off the top of my head that were much, much more violent than the play with Campbell.
You just never know. If I recall correctly, the play that ended David Pollack's career with the Bengals seemed innocuous.
I actually thought when he didn't move it might have just been that he was knocked out. Hoping for the best.....
We are all hoping with his head up doing a form tackle that he escapes without any permanent damage. The info below immediately mentions head down spearing as a major problem
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Temporary or permanent paralysis during a football hit or tackle typically happens through two main mechanisms: axial loading (spinal cord compression) or brachial plexus stretching (burners/stingers).
1. Axial Loading (Spinal Cord Injury / Transient Quadriplegia)
- How it happens: This occurs during "spearing" or head-down contact, where a player initiates a tackle using the crown (top) of their helmet as the primary point of impact.
- The mechanics: Normally, the cervical spine (neck) has a natural curve that acts like a shock-absorbing spring, distributing force across muscles, discs, and ligaments. When a player drops their head to tackle, that curve straightens out.
- The result: The spine becomes a stiff, straight vertical column. When the top of the helmet hits an opponent or the ground, a massive downward compressive force (axial load) travels straight down the spinal axis. This can cause vertebral fractures, dislocations, or severe compression/contusion of the spinal cord, leading to temporary paralysis (transient quadriplegia) or permanent paralysis. Pre-existing conditions like cervical spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal) greatly increase this risk. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
2. Brachial Plexus Stretch or Compression (Burners and Stingers)
- How it happens: Much more common than spinal cord paralysis, this is a nerve injury rather than a spinal cord injury. It affects the brachial plexus—a complex network of nerves running from the lower neck and upper spine down through the shoulder and arm. [1, 2, 3, 4]
- The mechanics: It typically happens in one of two ways during a collision:
- Traction (Stretch): A blow to the side of the head or a tackle forces the shoulder downward while snapping the head and neck violently toward the opposite side. This stretches the nerve roots like a pulled cord.
- Compression (Pinching): The head is forced toward the same side as the hit, or a direct blow above the collarbone jams the edge of the shoulder pads into the neck, squeezing the nerve roots. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
- The result: An immediate, sharp jolt of electrical or burning pain shoots down the arm, followed by temporary numbness and brief motor paralysis (a "dead arm" where the player cannot lift or grip with the arm). Most burners resolve on their own within minutes to days, though severe or repeated episodes require medical evaluation. [1, 2, 3, 4]
If you'd like to explore this further, let me know:
- Are you looking into preventive coaching rules (like outlawing spearing)?
- Do you want to know the difference in recovery between a stinger and a spinal cord injury?
The targeting penalties are important for both players. Head down tackling is very dangerous if you read my previous posts. NY Jets top player Dennis Byrd was paralyzed this way which was part of the SI article I read a long time ago.
The latest info release says Jack "continues to recover" and I hope that means he is looking to recover 100%.
I feel like this is about as positive of news as we can possibly hope for at this time.
Wish they would have said he's got feeling and movement in all of his extremities, but definitely good news!
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