Judge Removes GPS Requirement for Former Lions Cornerback Seeking New NFL Contract

A Florida judge ruled Friday that former Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold does not need to wear a GPS tracker as a condition of his release on bond. The ruling permits Arnold to continue workouts with NFL teams while he seeks a new contract after being cut by Detroit last week.

Arnold turned himself in June 24 in connection with a February 2026 kidnapping and robbery incident in the Tampa area. He remains out on a $1 million bond and is subject to home confinement except for work and legal appointments.

The Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office filed a motion to reconsider the terms of Arnold's bond after the Lions released him. Prosecutors argued that Arnold is no longer in the "unique position of being an NFL player," which they described as a "substantial change" in the circumstances of his release.

Arnold's lawyers countered that requiring a GPS monitor would prevent him from being signed by another team. They noted that Arnold cleared waivers Monday and is now an unrestricted free agent.

Testimony at the hearing indicated that Arnold had a workout with one NFL team this week and another scheduled for next week. An agent testified that inquiries had come from the New York Jets, Seattle Seahawks, Houston Texans and Indianapolis Colts within 24 hours of his release by Detroit.

The same testimony stated that teams had paid for Arnold's travel and conducted a physical, showing serious interest. Lawyers argued that an ankle monitor would make it "extremely difficult and maybe even impossible" for Arnold to obtain employment with a team.

Arnold was a 2024 first-round draft pick out of Alabama. He remains eligible to sign with any NFL club while his criminal case proceeds.