Detroit Lions Release Cornerback Terrion Arnold Following Felony Arrest

The Detroit Lions released cornerback Terrion Arnold on Monday after his arrest last week on four counts of kidnapping and four counts of armed robbery, CBS Sports reported. If convicted, Arnold faces a potential life sentence. The case stems from a February incident in Largo, Florida.

Arnold, 23, and acquaintances were robbed during a stay there. Associates then targeted three men they believed responsible, jumping them, pistol-whipping them, holding them at gunpoint and taking their property, CBS Sports reported. The three men were apparently innocent.

Arnold was not present but watched the assault via livestream, according to police. Six men were arrested before authorities took Arnold into custody earlier this month. Police identified him as the primary conspirator.

Hours before the Lions' release, Arnold posted a $1 million bond that requires no contact with co-defendants or witnesses, surrender of his passport and confinement to his Tallahassee residence. Arnold submitted around 11 character reference letters to Judge Christopher Sabella, including one from former Alabama coach Nick Saban.

Saban wrote that he had known Arnold since 2021, welcomed him into his home and never saw conduct that was aggressive or irresponsible.

The letter stated Saban remains committed to supporting Arnold. Arnold played 26 games for Alabama, recording 108 tackles, 20 passes defensed and six interceptions. The Lions selected him 24th overall in the 2024 NFL Draft.

He missed nine games in 2025 with a shoulder injury.