Terrion Arnold initially gave the impression to be on target to stay with the Lions through training camp as his criminal case proceeded. On Monday, nevertheless, the previous first-round cornerback was waived by Detroit.
Arnold’s Detroit tenure officially got here to an end yesterday. He’ll remain on the waiver wire through to Monday, July 6. Teams could put in a claim at any time leading as much as that date, with the 2026 draft order determining the priority for interested teams. Based on a press release from Arnold’s attorney, his next NFL opportunity could possibly be in place shortly.
“Contrary to the state’s assertion, the circumstances underlying the court’s decision to disclaim the initial request [for a GPS ankle monitor] haven’t modified,” Harvey Steinberg wrote (via Mark Inabinett of AL.com) in his objection to the renewed effort by prosecutors to have Arnold confined to his residence with an ankle monitor. “Because the court astutely and accurately observed on the hearing on June 29, 2026, Mr. Arnold has been and can proceed to be monitored by the paparazzi. In sum, Mr. Arnold just isn’t a flight risk, neither is he a danger to the community.
“He’s confined to his home by each court conditions and media scrutiny and anticipates that he can have employment with one other NFL team inside 30 days.”
Adding further to his claim of Arnold being in line for a brand new gig soon, Steinberg added the Alabama product has already been “contacted by three other NFL clubs regarding his services.” The timing of communication on this front is essential, given the undeniable fact that suitors would have been guilty of tampering in the event that they had contacted Arnold while he was still under contract with the Lions. In any case, Steinberg’s assertion is a notable one.
Arnold is facing quite a few felony charges stemming from an alleged revenge kidnapping plot in February. He surrendered to police before ultimately being released from jail on a $1MM bond. July 6 represents not only the waiver claim deadline on this instance but additionally the subsequent scheduled hearing in Arnold’s criminal case.
Since being drafted twenty fourth overall in 2024, Arnold has made 22 starts and 24 appearances within the NFL. The 23-year-old largely didn’t live as much as expectations when on the sector, and shoulder surgery limited him to eight games this past season. Those aspects make it highly unlikely an interested team will tackle the rest of Arnold’s contract by submitting a waiver claim. He would change into a free agent after Monday presuming he clears waivers.
Within the event Arnold does indeed reach the open market, it would be interesting to see if he quickly receives offers. Uncertainty over his legal situation will little question linger well beyond next week. Even so, his football future could soon include a deal being lined up with a brand new team.