Will Campbell Suffers Knee Injury, Leaves Game Against Bengals
The New England Patriots faced significant challenges in Week 12 during their match against the Cincinnati Bengals. Crucial to their strategy, the offensive line, known for its stability, encountered injuries that could impact their performance moving forward.
Will Campbell Suffers Knee Injury
A key player, left tackle Will Campbell, suffered a knee injury in the third quarter. His injury followed the earlier loss of left guard Jared Wilson, who sustained an ankle injury in the first quarter. Campbell’s departure raised concerns about the team’s offensive strength.
Details of the Injury
Campbell, the fourth overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, had been a pivotal part of the Patriots’ offensive line, logging an impressive 695 offensive snaps, which accounts for 98.3% of the plays. He was on the field during a run by TreVeyon Henderson when he went down and required medical attention.
After a brief evaluation, Campbell slowly walked off the field but was carted to the locker room shortly after being assessed in the medical tent. His ability to protect quarterback Drake Maye’s blind side has been critical to the team’s success this season.
Impact on the Team
- Vederian Lowe stepped in as the new left tackle following Campbell’s injury.
- Ben Brown took over the left guard position vacated by Jared Wilson.
The injuries sustained by both Campbell and Wilson may affect the Patriots’ offensive line cohesion as they move deeper into the season. The team’s performance in upcoming games will heavily depend on how quickly these players can recover.
