"Caleb is just an idiot", "Dirty AF": NFL fans debate as Lions LB Jack Campbell crashes into Caleb Williams

A controversial tackle by Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell on rookie quarterback Caleb Williams ignited a firestorm of fan reactions on Thanksgiving. This collision came at a critical moment in the game and has become a talking point online. Williams was attempting to get out of bounds when Campbell's tackle rolled up his legs at an awkward angle.

A potential injury was a concern, especially for a Chicago team already struggling this season, with the Bears sitting at 4-7 and fighting to stay competitive. Williams was forced to enter the medical tent and replays showed the tackle from multiple angles, sparking immediate debate.

However, Caleb Williams returned to the game. Shortly after the controversial tackle, he connected with Keenan Allen for a 31-yard touchdown. Meanwhile, fans took to X to discuss the tackle:

"I have been saying this they are a cool team but their defensive players are dirty AF."

"He was going for the knees… that's dirty," one fan said.

However, not everyone was in agreement:

"Looked good to me, Caleb should've given himself up!," this fan surmised.

"Clean hit, Caleb made it look dirty," another said.

"Not dirty. angles just suck," another fan said.

"No Caleb is just an idiot," one fan commented.

Interestingly, this was not the only controversial tackle attempt from Campbell on Williams on Thanksgiving.

Bears rookie Caleb Williams shone in the second half against the Detroit Lions

Caleb Williams (Image Source: Imagn)

Despite Caleb Williams' efforts, the Bears ultimately fell short to a 23-20 loss and the game's final moments were a masterclass in clock mismanagement. With a timeout in hand and trailing by three points, the Bears let the clock run down. Williams' final pass fell incomplete as the clock hit zeros, sealing Detroit's victory.

Williams showed glimpses of brilliance in the second half after a rough start, throwing touchdown passes to Keenan Allen and D.J. Moore. He finished the game on 340 yards, 2 TDs and 0 INTs, and hasn't thrown an INT since mid-October.

However, his rookie inexperience showed in the crucial final moments. A sack and disorganized final play ultimately cost the Bears any chance of a last-second miracle.

For head coach Matt Eberflus, it's going to be a week of tough questions. The Bears' playoff hopes now hang by a thread, while the Lions march on with an 11-1 record, firmly in control of their playoff destiny. The Vikings and Packers follow at 9-2 and 9-3 respectively, meaning Chicago needs something of a miracle if they are to make it.