Dan Campbell isn't surprised Terrion Arnold found a landing spot
NBC Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- Lions coach Dan Campbell expressed no surprise that cornerback Terrion Arnold, recently cut by the Lions after facing eight felony charges, found a new opportunity with the Seattle Seahawks, emphasizing that teams conduct due diligence before signing players.
- Campbell described Arnold as a "good dude" with talent, expressing sympathy for the unfortunate situation but refrained from ill will, highlighting the complexity behind the Lions' decision to release him despite his potential.
- The Lions' choice to cut Arnold contrasts with Campbell's praise and raises questions, especially since the team still owes him compensation under his rookie contract unless guarantees have been voided.
- Speculation suggests the Lions may have doubted Arnold's honesty during investigations or anticipated placing him on paid leave, indicating internal concerns beyond public knowledge.
- Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald indicated uncertainty about Arnold's arrival timeline, suggesting the player’s future with the team remains unresolved despite initial interest.
