Campbell Captures 2025 Butkus Award as NFL's Top Linebacker
Lions linebacker Jack Campbell was named the 2025 Pro Butkus Award winner as the NFL’s top linebacker, posting a breakout season with 176 tackles, 9 tackles for loss, 5.0 sacks, 3 forced fumbles and 2 fumble recoveries; the selection praised his leadership and football character, and Campbell is entering the final year of his rookie deal with potential for an extension before the May 1 option deadline.