Last December, Detroit Lions DT Alim McNeill suffered a serious knee injury during a game against the Buffalo Bills. Ultimately, he tore his ACL and was out for the rest of the season . Afterward, he took part in a grueling rehab process in the off-season.

On Wednesday, he returned to the Lions' practice facility and participated in the day's activities. Altogether, McNeill didn't see his rehab as a drag or depressing; he maintained a positive outlook , according to 97.1 The Ticket.

“D ark days for what? I play for the Lions, I’m training, and I don’t have to pay for this training. … I knew I was coming back to the field .”

It remains to be seen when McNeill will be expected to play again. Before Wednesday, the Lions engaged in a 21

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