Terrion Arnold Waived by Lions, Lawyer Says Three Teams Have Contacted Him
Former first-round pick Terrion Arnold was waived by Detroit, and his attorney told a court that three NFL clubs have expressed interest in signing him within the next month.
Terrion Arnold, a former first-round draft pick, was officially waived by the Detroit Lions on Wednesday. The remaining 31 NFL teams have until 4:00 p.m. ET on Monday, July 6, to submit a claim for the balance of his guaranteed contract, which totals about $4.85 million.
A court hearing later that day will address whether Arnold must wear an ankle monitor while on home confinement pending trial, following his release by the Lions.
Arnold’s attorney, Harvey Steinberg, filed a written opposition to the prosecution’s motion and stated that Arnold expects to join a new NFL team within 30 days. > "Although Mr. Arnold has been released by the Detroit Lions organization, he already has been contacted by three other NFL clubs regarding his services," Steinberg wrote.
If a team claims Arnold on waivers, it would be responsible for paying the remaining guaranteed salary, even if the player is placed on paid leave while his criminal case proceeds. The court may ask Steinberg to identify the teams or provide evidence of their interest.
Should no team submit a claim, Arnold will become an unrestricted free agent, leaving prospective clubs to weigh his on-field abilities against the legal and public-relations issues associated with his case.