​Former Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold faces multiple felony charges, and his agent has disclosed that four NFL teams have shown some level of interest in him. Detroit Free Press reporter Dave Birkett notes that Arnold’s agent, Nicole Lynn, testified in a virtual court appearance on Friday that the Houston Texans, New York Jets, Seattle Seahawks, and Indianapolis Colts have all been in contact with Arnold to varying degrees.
Lynn explained that the Texans have invited Arnold to a workout, and one other unnamed team has scheduled a visit with the Alabama product. It appears the remaining two teams have only reached out without arranging a workout or visit at this time. Arnold’s attorney, Harvey Steinberg, previously told the court that three teams had shown interest, though he did not specify which teams.
During Friday’s hearing, Lynn added that there is a “very good likelihood” Arnold signs with a team within the next 45 days, though she did not guarantee it. The comment came as the state had requested that Arnold wear an ankle monitor, a motion that was denied. Lynn said that the motion had temporarily paused some teams’ interest in Arnold.
“I think there is a very good likelihood he signs in the next 45 days. I would say after he was waived by the Detroit Lions, we received four different inquiries in 24 hours,” Lynn said. When asked if Arnold would sign within 45 days, she replied, “Maybe. I would hate to put a time limit to be honest with you, but I think there’s a really good shot. I mean there’s a chance he signs tomorrow, let’s be super clear, but we’ll see.”
Arnold, who was arrested on June 24 and faces four counts of kidnapping and four counts of armed robbery, is currently free on a $1 million bond but restricted to his home except for work or attorney-related appearances. The state sought to keep him incarcerated while awaiting trial, but Chief Judge Christopher C. Sabella granted bond so he could continue to pursue opportunities in the NFL, underscoring the importance of establishing employment prospects.
The former first-round pick was waived by the Lions late last month following his arrest and cleared waivers, making him a free agent. Even if a team is willing to sign him, the NFL can place him on the Commissioner’s Exempt List until the case is resolved, which would bar him from playing during that period. Lynn acknowledged this possibility, stating that such a move would not necessarily mean he is no longer employed.
Arnold is charged with four counts of kidnapping and four counts of armed robbery, stemming from allegations of kidnapping and assault involving three individuals. As this legal process unfolds, the NFL’s actions regarding Arnold’s eligibility remain a potential factor in any team’s decision to sign him.