Detroit Lions Extend Alim McNeill's Contract

The Detroit Lions have secured defensive tackle Alim McNeill with a four-year contract extension worth $97 million, including $55 million guaranteed. This agreement positions McNeill as one of the top-paid interior defensive linemen in the NFL, earning an average of $24.25 million per season. McNeill, a 24-year-old player from the Lions' 2021 draft class, has recorded eight tackles and 2.5 sacks this season, contributing to the team's strong performance. He is the third member of his draft class to receive an extension, following Amon-Ra St. Brown and Penei Sewell. Lions general manager Brad Holmes emphasized the importance of rewarding key players early to foster team morale and stability. The extension comes shortly after McNeill's impressive performance in a recent game against the Dallas Cowboys.