Lions place LB Jack Campbell on injured reserve

Published November 7, 2026 04:27 PM The Lions placed linebacker Jack Campbell on injured reserve, the team announced Saturday.Campbell injured his neck during last week’s victory over the Vikings and remains hospitalized. Campbell released a statement earlier this week saying he has full movement in his lower body and continues to make progress with movement in his upper body.Trevor Nowaske is expected to start for Campbell alongside Derrick Barnes and Malcolm Rodriguez. In a corresponding move, the Lions signed cornerback Nick Whiteside from the practice squad. Whiteside has not played in 2026 but played nine games for the Lions last season.The Lions also announced the elevations of defensive end Anthony Lucas and running back Jabari Small from the practice squad.