Alim McNeill contributes to Lions' defensive success against Vikings

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Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Alim McNeill contributes to Lions' defensive success against Vikings
Summary

Detroit Lions defensive tackle Alim McNeill played a crucial role in the team's 19-15 victory over the Minnesota Vikings on November 1, 2026. McNeill recorded a sack, two tackles, and a tackle for loss, bringing his season total to 4.5 sacks. He is the first Lions interior defensive lineman to achieve this milestone through the first seven games of a season since Ndamukong Suh in 2010. The win improved Detroit's record to 5-2 while limiting the Vikings to just 15 points. With ten games remaining in the season, McNeill aims to match his career high of five sacks set in 2023.

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  • •McNeill has 4.5 sacks in the first seven games of the season.
  • •Lions defeated Vikings 19-15 on November 1, 2026.
  • •McNeill is close to matching his career high of five sacks.
  • •Detroit holds a 5-2 record following the win.
  • •The defense limited Minnesota to 15 points.
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Alim McNeill has become the interior pass rusher Detroit has not had in a very long time. #OnePride

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