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Ex-Lion Arnold Free Agent After $1M Bond, Kidnapping Probe

7/7/2026

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Arnold Free Agency

Terrion Arnold cleared waivers on Monday and entered free agency after the Lions released him following his felony arrest.
Judge Christopher Sabella set a $1 million bond, which Arnold posted, and ordered him to surrender his passport within 48 hours.
Prosecutors allege Arnold orchestrated the kidnapping of three men he suspected of stealing $100,000 from his Tampa Airbnb while three NFL clubs have shown interest despite his two-year, $4.8 million rookie contract.

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Arnold Testifies

Harvey Steinberg, Arnold’s lawyer, argued his client is not a flight risk and is confined at home by court conditions.
Arnold is expected to meet several NFL teams after clearing waivers and will testify at the July 10 hearing about those prospects.
The hearing on a GPS ankle-monitor requirement was postponed to Friday, July 10.
Prosecutors filed a motion for the ankle-monitor, which Steinberg publicly contested.

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Arnold Released

The alleged armed robbery and kidnapping that led to Arnold’s arrest occurred in February, according to court documents.
Arnold was released from the Hillsborough County Jail on June 30 after posting a $1 million bond.
Chief Judge Christopher C. Sabella denied the prosecution’s request for a GPS ankle monitor, saying it would interfere with Arnold’s NFL obligations.

History

Historical Context

In April 2007 police searched Vick’s Virginia property, seizing 66 dogs; after a July indictment, Goodell suspended him in August and Vick received a 23-month sentence, prompting the NFL to tighten its personal-conduct policy. The league now cites that precedent as it considers discipline for the 2024 Terrion Arnold felony arrest.

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Arnold Free Agency

Terrion Arnold cleared waivers on Monday and entered free agency after the Lions released him following his felony arrest.
Judge Christopher Sabella set a $1 million bond, which Arnold posted, and ordered him to surrender his passport within 48 hours.
Prosecutors allege Arnold orchestrated the kidnapping of three men he suspected of stealing $100,000 from his Tampa Airbnb while three NFL clubs have shown interest despite his two-year, $4.8 million rookie contract.

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