Parris Campbell was drafted in the second round of 2019 nfl draftBut his professional football career got off to a bad start.
After an injury-riddled first three years with the Colts, Campbell managed to play in all 17 regular season games in 2022. He amassed 623 yards on 63 receptions last season.
When free agency began earlier this week, Campbell left Indy and signed a one-year contract new york giants,
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Paris Campbell #1 of the Indianapolis Colts poses prior to the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Lucas Oil Stadium on December 26, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Dylan Buell / Getty Images)
Campbell’s first three seasons NFLHe missed 34 games due to injuries.
He underwent multiple surgeries after recovering from the injuries.
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Before starting his second season, Campbell was in a car accident that resulted in a concussion. He tore the MCL and PCL in his left knee during that season.
Campbell talked about how he handled adversity.
“My career is what it was,” Campbell said during a Zoom call with reporters on Friday.
“It was tough, very tough, those first three years. Being able to bounce back from each injury I suffered, I really learned a lot about myself. I think I’ve grown as a man, as a person.” I’ve grown as a player. , of course. It’s allowed me to grow in so many different areas because I’ve seen a lot of myself that I didn’t know I had. I’ve been able to see many Was able to fight and come back through different times. It really showed me a lot.”
Parris Campbell #1 of the Indianapolis Colts catches a pass in the second half of a game against the Dallas Cowboys on December 04, 2022 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Wesley Hitt / Getty Images)
Campbell said he is proud that he stayed healthy the entire season last year.
“Then put it in context of last year, being able to play the full 17 [games]This is what I’ve always wanted to do. Looking at my career history, that’s all I wanted to do. Being able to do that, I’m blessed, grateful.”
ESPN reported that Campbell’s contract with the Giants is worth up to $6.7 million, with $3 million fully guaranteed.
Campbell said that sometimes injuries are the result of bad luck.
“The injuries that I got were things that were just freak accidents,” he said. “You can’t really build it up. They weren’t avoidable for me. They were things that happened and just some bad luck. Like I said, last year was able to play all 17, so I was extremely lucky.”
Parris Campbell #1 of the Indianapolis Colts rushes the ball during a game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on December 4, 2022 in Arlington, Texas. The Cowboys defeated the Colts 54–19. (Photo by Wesley Hitt / Getty Images)
Campbell said he has already reached out to Giants quarterback Daniel Jones and recently signed tight end Darren Waller.
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Campbell said he is a fan of how the Giants play on the field.
Campbell said of the Giants’ 38–10 victory, “Really looking at the offense, you could tell they were just having fun. The chemistry they showed on the field put the players in the right position to make plays.” I brought it.” The Colts in Week 16.
“They had people making plays all over the field. It looked fun, and it looked fluid,” he said. “Being in this seat now after watching from afar, I am very excited for what lies ahead.”