Bruce Campbell (gridiron football)

Bruce Campbell (born May 25, 1988) is a former American football offensive tackle. He was drafted by the Oakland Raiders in the fourth round of the 2010 NFL Draft. He played college football at Maryland. He is the son of the late former Providence College basketball great Bruce "Soup" Campbell.

Bruce Campbell
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Campbell with the Oakland Raiders in October 2010.
No. 69, 73, 74
Position:Offensive tackle
Personal information
Born: (1988-05-25) May 25, 1988
Hamden, Connecticut, U.S.
Height:6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
Weight:320 lb (145 kg)
Career information
High school:Hamden (CT) Hyde Leadership
College:Maryland
NFL Draft:2010 / Round: 4 / Pick: 106
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career NFL statistics
Games played:19
Games started:0
Player stats at NFL.com

He has also been a member of the Carolina Panthers, New York Jets, Toronto Argonauts, and Saskatchewan Roughriders.

Early years

Campbell originally attended Hyde Leadership School in New Haven, Connecticut, where he was a four-year letterman and never missed a game during his career. He played defensive end all four years and started at that spot and offensive tackle his last two years. Campbell had 50 tackles, including 4.5 quarterback sacks, while blocking two PATs and one punt as a junior, and recorded 70 tackles, including six sacks, two forced fumbles and one fumble recovery his senior season in 2005. He subsequently earned PrepStar All-American honors.

Considered a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, Campbell was ranked as the No. 17 offensive tackle prospect in 2006.[1] He chose Maryland over Michigan State, Nebraska, and Virginia. However, before enrolling at Maryland, Campbell spent a preparation year at Hargrave Military Academy.

College career

In his true freshman season at Maryland in 2007, Campbell appeared in five games at left tackle, including one start against Clemson when injuries hit the Terrapins' offensive line.

Campbell played in all 13 games in 2008, and saw action as a reserve at left tackle in the first six contests before starting at that spot the last seven. He was part of an offensive line that enabled Da'Rel Scott (1,133) to become the seventh Terp back, and first since Chris Downs in 2002, to gain over 1,000 rushing yards. In week 7 of the season, Campbell earned ACC Lineman of the Week honors for his performance against Wake Forest.

Professional career

On December 18, 2009, Campbell announced his decision to enter the 2010 NFL Draft.[2]

Pre-draft measurables
HeightWeightArm lengthHand span40-yard dash10-yard split20-yard split20-yard shuttleThree-cone drillVertical jumpBroad jumpBench press
6 ft 6+3⁄8 in
(1.99 m)		 314 lb
(142 kg)		 36+1⁄4 in
(0.92 m)		 10+1⁄2 in
(0.27 m)		4.85 s1.71 s2.84 s4.69 s7.58 s32.0 in
(0.81 m)		8 ft 5 in
(2.57 m)		34 reps
All values from NFL Combine[3][4]

Oakland Raiders

Campbell was selected by the Oakland Raiders in the fourth round (106th overall) of the 2010 NFL Draft,[5] despite many draft analysts, such as Mel Kiper Jr. and Scott Wright, who thought he would be selected in the top 10. He was reunited with former Maryland teammate Darrius Heyward-Bey. Before training camp started former head coach Tom Cable moved Campbell inside to play right guard on the Raiders' offensive line. On July 21, 2011, Campbell confirmed that he would be moving back outside to play his native position offensive tackle on the Raiders' offensive line under former head coach Hue Jackson's power blocking scheme.[6] He never started any of his 14 games with Oakland.

Carolina Panthers

Campbell was acquired by the Carolina Panthers on March 30, 2012 in a trade that sent RB Mike Goodson to the Oakland Raiders. On August 24, 2013, he was waived/injured by the Panthers.[7]

Washington Redskins

On March 12, 2014, Campbell signed a one-year deal with the Washington Redskins.[8] However, his deal was voided on March 13, 2014 after he failed his team physical.

New York Jets

The New York Jets signed Campbell on August 5, 2014.[9] He was released on August 23, 2014.[10]

Toronto Argonauts

On March 20, 2015, Campbell signed with the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League.[11]

Saskatchewan Roughriders

Campbell was acquired by the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League via a trade with the Toronto Argonauts on February 10, 2016, only to be soon followed by his retirement from the CFL on May 2, 2016. He was released on February 14, 2017. When Campbell regained the urge to play football, he re-signed with the Roughriders on June 23, 2017. On August 13, 2017, Campbell made his debut with Saskatchewan starting at left tackle.[12] He was released on February 13, 2018.

References
  1. "Offensive tackles 2006", Rivals.com, January 30, 2006
  2. Schad, Joe (December 18, 2009), "Offensive tackle Bruce Campbell of Maryland Terrapins to enter draft", ESPN.com
  3. "Bruce Campbell Combine Profile", NFL.com, retrieved February 27, 2010
  4. "2010 Draft Scout NFL Draft Scout College Football Profile". draftscout.com. Retrieved July 31, 2022.
  5. "2010 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved 2023-05-13.
  6. "Bruce Campbell Confirms Position Switch on O-Line | Football News Now". Archived from the original on 2011-07-23. Retrieved 2011-07-22.
  7. Henson, Max (August 24, 2013). "Panthers reduce roster". Panthers.com. Archived from the original on August 24, 2013. Retrieved August 25, 2013.
  8. Jones, Mike. "Redskins sign former Terps tackle Bruce Campbell". Washingtonpost.com. Retrieved 12 March 2014.
  9. Lange, Randy (August 5, 2014). "Cunningham Goes to IR, OL Campbell Signs". New York Jets. Archived from the original on August 6, 2014. Retrieved August 5, 2014.
  10. Lange, Randy (August 23, 2014). "Jets Release Seven Players". New York Jets. Archived from the original on August 26, 2014. Retrieved August 24, 2014.
  11. "Argos Sign Bruce Campbell". Toronto Argonauts. Archived from the original on 2015-04-06.
  12. "Clark's injury forces Riders into shuffling offensive line". Regina Leader-Post.
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