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Alim McNeill is back to being very quotable as his return to action nears Alim McNeill's return to action after last season's torn ACL is officially on the horizon.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Detroit Lions leave door open for Alim McNeill to make 2025 debut in Week 5 | Sporting News Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell is leaving the door ajar for defensive tackle Alim McNeill to make his 2025 debut on the same week he...

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

THE DAILY DRIVE: Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard: I've seen 'all I needed to see' to know Alim McNeill is back Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams is on to Cincinnati after rough game against Browns

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard: I've seen 'all I needed to see' to know Alim McNeill is back Alim McNeill is close to returning from the torn ACL he suffered last December against the Buffalo Bills and already looks the part.

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • FREEP.COM

Alim McNeill Giving Lions' D Major Reinforcements (But Not Where They're Needed) The Detroit Lions are getting their star defensive lineman back, but still need more reinforcements elsewhere.

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Officially limited Wednesday McNeill (knee) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.

Impact The Lions officially opened McNeill's 21-day practice window Wednesday, and it's no surprise for him to be limited in his first on-field activity since suffering a right ACL tear Week 15 of the 2024 season. Once fully healthy, McNeill is expected to join DJ Reader as a starter along the interior of Detroit's offensive line. It's unclear whether he could have a chance to be activated to the 53-man roster in time to play Sunday versus Cincinnati.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lions fans better hope what Dan Campbell just said about Alim McNeill is true The defensive tackle's practice window is officially open, and Campbell is fired up about it.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Designated to return McNeill (knee) was designated to return from the reserve/PUP list Wednesday, Justin Rogers of DetroitFootball.net reports.

Impact McNeill tore his ACL in Week 15 of last year and has missed the Lions' first four games this season. He now has 21 days to be added to Detroit's active roster before reverting to the reserve/PUP list. The NC State product is an integral part of the Lions' run defense, tallying 25 total tackles, including 3.5 sacks, and one forced fumble over 14 regular-season games in 2024. Once healthy, he's expected to start alongside DJ Reader on Detroit's defensive line.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lions' Alim McNeill back at practice for first time since ACL tear last season

The Detroit Lions welcomed Alim McNeill back to the practice field Wednesday, starting the 21-day evaluation period before he comes back to play after having a season-ending knee i...

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Detroit Lions targeting October return for DT Alim McNeill, Dan Campbell says Alim McNeill hasn't returned since tearing the ACL and meniscus in his left knee last Dec. 15 against the Buffalo Bills, but could be back s...

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • FREEP.COM

Detroit Lions' Dan Campbell offers timeline for Alim McNeill to make 2025 debut | Sporting News Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell offered yet another positive update on star defensive tackle Alim McNeill, and this time around it had...

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Lions dominate Browns despite injuries to cornerbacks

The Detroit Lions had a lot of things go right in Sunday’s 34-10 win against the Cleveland Browns

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Alim McNeill injury update: Dan Campbell offers great news on Detroit Lions' star DT | Sporting News Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell revealed on Monday that defensive lineman Alim McNeill has a good chance to take the next step in his...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Lions defense is about to get even scarier after latest Alim McNeill update The Lions' defensive line is about to get ridiculous.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Tyleik Williams is about to face stiff competition with latest Alim McNeill update The Lions could use his services sooner rather than later, but there's no rush on the DT's return.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Begins year on PUP list McNeill was placed on the reserve/PUP list Tuesday.

Impact McNeill tore his ACL in Week 15 last season and is expected to be out at least the first two months of the season. His absence opens the door for rookie first-round pick Tyleik Williams to immediately start at defensive tackle next to DJ Reader, while Roy Lopez and Mikhi Wingo will also get extra tread. McNeill signed a four-year, $97 million contract in October of 2024, and he posted 25 tackles and 3.5 sacks through 14 games prior to his injury.

AUGUST 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Injured Lions Starter Shares Optimistic Timeline for His Return The Detroit Lions are hurting along the interior of their defensive line. Fans knew defensive tackle Alim McNeill would start the season on...

AUGUST 22, 2025 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Lions' Aidan Hutchinson keeps focus on return to field during contract extension talks

Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson says he's not paying much attention to his contract situation

AUGUST 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Alim McNeill injury update from Brad Holmes is huge news for Detroit Lions | Sporting News Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes provided an update on defensive lineman Alim McNeill, who is working his way back from an ACL inju...

JULY 23, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Lions Believe Injured DT Could Return Sooner Than Expected Detroit Lions Brad Holmes says Alim McNeill could return from injury sooner than expected.

JULY 22, 2025 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Likely to miss first few months McNeill (knee) is expected to miss the first few months of the regular season, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic reports.

Impact McNeill tore his ACL in December and was placed on the active/PUP list Thursday. With McNeill's absence expected to stretch well into the regular season and Levi Onwuzurike (knee) already ruled out for the entire 2025 campaign, the Lions will be shorthanded on the interior of the defensive line.

JULY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lions anuncian que el liniero Levi Onwuzurike estará fuera toda la temporada por lesión El liniero defensivo de los Lions de Detroit, Levi Onwuzurike, quedará fuera toda la temporada tras someterse a una cirugía de rodilla, un r...

JULY 20, 2025 • LATIMES.COM

Added to active/PUP list McNeill (knee) was placed on the active/PUP list Thursday.

Impact McNeill is eligible to practice while on the active/PUP list, though he may not be ready to do so yet as he recovers from a torn ACL suffered in December. He's the favorite to start at defensive tackle once healthy.

JULY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

All-NFC North Team: Alim McNeill Earns Top Billing Detroit Lions Alim McNeill earns First Team All-NFC North honors.

JULY 9, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Lions exercise options to keep DE Aidan Hutchinson, WR Jameson Williams under contract through 2026

The Detroit Lions have exercised fifth-year options to keep defensive end Aidan Hutchinson and wide receiver Jameson Williams under contract through the 2026 season

APRIL 25, 2025 • Associated Press

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Lions' Alim McNeill back at practice for first time since ACL tear last season

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Lions' Aidan Hutchinson keeps focus on return to field during contract extension talks

Lions exercise options to keep DE Aidan Hutchinson, WR Jameson Williams under contract through 2026