The Seattle Seahawks are working toward signing cornerback Terrion Arnold after he is released by the Detroit Lions, despite his pending criminal case. Multiple outlets report the deal is being finalized or that Arnold is set to sign, following his cut last month. Fox Sports and Yahoo Sports also frame the move as a rapid turnaround from his arrest to a new opportunity in Seattle.
Arnold, 23, is charged in Florida with felony kidnapping and armed robbery-related allegations, including claims that he arranged for three men to be pistol-whipped after he suspected them of stealing cash and luxury goods. One report says prosecutors allege he orchestrated the abduction and beating in February. The Athletic and Yahoo Sports note the timing of the Lions’ release soon after the arrest, while Yardbarker and the New York Post characterize the signing as his new NFL home.
Yahoo Sports also adds that HBO’s “Hard Knocks” includes Seahawks personnel conversations involving Arnold. Across coverage, outlets emphasize that his legal situation creates uncertainty about his future even as contract discussions proceed.
