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Detroit Lions Release Cornerback Terrion Arnold Hours After $1 Million Bond Posted
The Detroit Lions released cornerback Terrion Arnold on Monday following a Florida judge's decision to set his bond at $1 million. Arnold faces eight felony counts tied to a February incident in Largo.
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Arnold, 23, faces four counts of kidnapping and four counts of armed robbery. If convicted he faces a potential life sentence.
The charges stem from a February incident in Largo, Florida, where Arnold and acquaintances were robbed during a stay. Associates then targeted three men they believed responsible, jumping them, pistol-whipping them, holding them at gunpoint and taking their property. The three men were apparently innocent.
Arnold was not present during the assault but watched it 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.
Arnold posted the $1 million bond hours before the Lions' announcement. The bond 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 the judge, 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.
The Lions selected Arnold 24th overall in the 2024 NFL Draft. He played 26 games for Alabama, recording 108 tackles, 20 passes defensed and six interceptions. He missed nine games in 2025 with a shoulder injury.
