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Alim McNeill's positive mindset, all-angle approach to rehab has him nearing finish line of ACL recovery

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Justin Rogers
Sep 18, 2025
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Allen Park — After Alim McNeill underwent surgery to repair both the ACL and meniscus in his right knee on Jan. 2 — 18 days after suffering the devastating injuries — he was given crutches and told to keep weight off that leg for the next six weeks.

But make no mistake about it, the Detroit Lions defensive tackle hit the ground running with his recovery process.

Fueled by a positive attitude and an every-angle approach to his rehab, McNeill is putting the finishing touches on his recovery, rapidly nearing a return to a team that’s missing his presence on the interior of its defensive line.

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