Lions' Alim McNeill shows positive signs after neck issue in camp
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 4:54 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Detroit Lions defensive tackle Alim McNeill left training camp practice on Friday due to a neck issue, raising concerns for the team. However, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reports that McNeill is believed to be OK following the incident. He exited practice under his own power and appeared in good spirits, although the Lions have not yet provided an official diagnosis. McNeill, who is recovering from a torn ACL, is a key player for Detroit's defensive line. Further updates on his condition are expected from head coach Dan Campbell as training camp progresses.
- •McNeill left practice early due to a neck issue.
- •Reports indicate he is believed to be OK.
- •McNeill exited under his own power and looked positive.
- •The Lions have not provided an official injury diagnosis.
- •An update on McNeill's status is expected from Dan Campbell.
- 4:54 PMYahoo Sports — Lions training camp injuries: Good news on Alim McNeill, Christian Izien
- 5:20 AMYahoo Sports — Critical Update Released On Injured Lions DT Alim McNeill
- 1:06 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions get good injury news on likely starting DT Alim McNeill
- 11:04 PMYahoo Sports — New Details Surface on Alim McNeill’s Injury Status
"The Detroit Lions are now in the full swing of Training Camp in preparation for the upcoming 2026 NFL Season in which they hope to return to the postseason after missing out last year with a 9-8 record.Unfortunately, the Lions are already dealing with more than a few injuries to notable players, including rookie linebacker […] The post Critical Update Released On Injured Lions DT Alim McNeill appeared first on HEAVY.
"After exiting Friday's training camp practice early, the Detroit Lions appear to have received good news on defensive tackle Alim McNeill.
"Lions defensive tackle Alim McNeill is believed to be OK after leaving Friday’s training camp practice with a neck issue.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 4:54 PMLions training camp injuries: Good news on Alim McNeill, Christian Izien
The latest Detroit Lions injury news on Alim McNeill, Christian Izien, and more.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 5:20 AMCritical Update Released On Injured Lions DT Alim McNeill
The Detroit Lions are now in the full swing of Training Camp in preparation for the upcoming 2026 NFL Season in which they hope to return to the postseason after missing out last year with a 9-8 record.Unfortunately, the Lions are already dealing with more than a few injuries to notable players, including rookie linebacker […] The post Critical Update Released On Injured Lions DT Alim McNeill appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 1:06 AMDetroit Lions get good injury news on likely starting DT Alim McNeill
After exiting Friday's training camp practice early, the Detroit Lions appear to have received good news on defensive tackle Alim McNeill.
- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 11:04 PMNew Details Surface on Alim McNeill’s Injury Status
Lions defensive tackle Alim McNeill is believed to be OK after leaving Friday’s training camp practice with a neck issue.
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