Lions' Jack Campbell Provides Injury Update in Statement, Remains 'Very Optimistic' About Recovery

Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell said Wednesday he's "incredibly encouraged by the progress I've made in such a short period of time" while recovering from a serious neck injury.

"I have full movement in my lower body, and I'm continuing to make progress with movement in my upper body," he said in a statement released by the team. "I know there's still work ahead, but I remain very optimistic. I'm taking things one day at a time, staying positive, and focusing on getting better."

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