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McNeill: Fully Recovered from ACL

Lions defensive tackle Alim McNeill reveals he's finally fully recovered from his torn ACL after not feeling 100% during his return last season.

Lions defensive tackle Alim McNeill confirmed he's now fully recovered from the torn ACL he suffered late in the 2024 season. The veteran lineman admitted he never felt completely healthy during his return in Week 7 of last year, despite playing in 10 games with 14 tackles and a sack. afnews.co.za

McNeill, who had impressive numbers before his injury (57 tackles, 13 TFL, 17 QB hits, 8.5 sacks in 27 games), stated "it's here now" when asked about his recovery. His return to pre-injury form would be crucial for Detroit's defensive front as they aim to return to the playoffs in 2026.