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Alim McNeill is "physically ready" to return, but MNF status is still unclear

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The long wait for defensive tackle Alim McNeill's return may finally be coming to an end. After going from "50/50" odds to "51/49" odds, head coach Dan Campbell appeared more confident than ever that McNeill's return was imminent.

Speaking with the media on Tuesday, Campbell provided an update with where McNeill is at:

"I mean, he looked good last week. He's - the last two weeks, he's looked good. He's getting more comfortable, legs are under him, he's physically ready, and so I think we're all hopeful."

When asked if McNeill could return Sunday, Campbell offered his most optimistic and lighthearted tone yet, saying, "I'd love to believe so.