Detroit Lions Secure Alim McNeill with $97M Contract Extension

The Lions bolster their defensive line by extending McNeill's contract amid key injuries to their defense.

Alim McNeill's four-year extension includes $55 million guaranteed, making him the fourth-highest-paid defensive tackle in the NFL.
McNeill has been a consistent starter since being drafted in 2021 and has become a key player for the Lions' defense.
The contract extension comes as the Lions place star defensive end Aidan Hutchinson on injured reserve due to a leg injury.
McNeill's performance this season includes 2.5 sacks and eight tackles, contributing to the Lions' strong 4-1 start.
Detroit's front office continues its strategy of securing young talent, with McNeill joining other core players like Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St. Brown in receiving extensions.