Arnold clears waivers, becomes free agent amid court case
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Key Points:
- Former Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold, facing felony charges of armed robbery and kidnapping in Florida, cleared waivers on Monday and is now a free agent.
- Arnold was released by the Lions last week following his arrest and is expected to visit NFL teams interested in signing him.
- After posting a $1 million bond, Arnold was released from custody with strict conditions, including no contact with co-defendants or witnesses, home confinement in Tallahassee, and surrendering his passport.
- Prosecutors allege Arnold orchestrated the abduction and assault of three men he suspected of stealing luxury goods and cash from him, although he was not present during the incident.
- Arnold was a first-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft and was set to start before his release, with two years and $4.8 million remaining on his rookie contract.
