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Lions Defender Breaks Silence After Season-Ending Injury

The Detroit Lions lost both Jack Campbell and Jimmy Rolder for the season on the same play in the Lions’ Week 8 win over the Minnesota Vikings. Campbell remains in the hospital, and the team has not provided many updates.However…

By Parker Hurley · Heavy

Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 2:24 AM

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Detroit Lions rookie linebacker Jimmy Rolder announced on social media that his season ended due to injury.
Head coach Dan Campbell confirmed Rolder will undergo surgery for a hamstring injury and miss the season.
The Lions also lost linebacker Jack Campbell to an injury on the same play against the Vikings.

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Detroit Lions rookie linebacker Jimmy Rolder spoke out on social media after suffering a season-ending hamstring injury during Detroit's Week 8 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Head coach Dan Campbell confirmed that Rolder requires surgery, cutting his first NFL season short after he played in just 24 total snaps.

The Lions also face significant depth issues at linebacker after losing Jack Campbell on the same play, while Devin White remains on injured reserve. To address the shortage, Detroit plans to promote Joe Bachie from the practice squad and signed K.J. Britt from the New England Patriots practice squad.

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