Lions Captain Jack Campbell Carted Off After On-Field Collapse

His hospitalization with no disclosed diagnosis raises urgent questions about player safety protocols.

Overview

Campbell went to the ground after a tackle, could not rise on his own, was immobilized by medical staff on the field and was removed by a medical cart.
Numerous team medical personnel and staff surrounded Campbell during treatment while players from both teams knelt on the field.
Several Detroit defenders were already hurt earlier in the game when Brian Branch and DJ Wonnum collided and were ruled out with concussions, with Wonnum also taken off by cart.
Reports say Campbell was transported to a hospital after the game removal but no precise diagnosis has been released and the situation is still developing.
On-field immobilization is a standard precaution when a serious spinal or head injury is possible, and the incident is likely to affect Detroit’s short-term roster and prompt further updates from team medical staff and the NFL.