Alim McNeill's performance has been a source of consternation for some after his return from his ACL tear. He didn't quite look like the explosive player he had been prior. However, there are some really good signs so far this offseason.Here is the excerpt regarding Alim McNeill from my Detroit Lions May 2026 Injury Updates: Part 2.(Age at start of 2026 season in parentheses.)Alim McNeill, DT (26)December 2024- ACL tearOctober 2025- Returned to game actionUsually takes some time after ACL to get back to previous form, but wow Alim McNeill already is looking like he never left. Already multiple pressures on Baker and a PBU. pic.twitter.com/NZSRBq19y7 Jimmy Liao MD | Detroit Lions Morning Rounds (@JimmyLiaoMD) October 20, 2025May 2026- Posted on InstagramAlim McNeill -December 2024: ACL-October 2025: Returned to play in 10mo-September 2026: Will be back to elite form in season opener vs Saints -Still only 26yo (5/11/2000) pic.twitter.com/E5iFEFRM4X Jimmy Liao MD | Detroit Lions Morning Rounds (@JimmyLiaoMD) May 17, 20262026 OUTLOOK: McNeills 2025 performance wasnt up to his usual standards - an expected result in the first year back from an ACL. He should be fully back to his elite self in 2026.For moreLionscoverage, follow us on X,@TheLionsWire, and give ourFacebookpage a like.Follow Jimmy on X,@JimmyLiaoMDThis article originally appeared on Lions Wire: Detroit Lions May 2026 Offseason Workout Medical Update: Alim McNeill