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Seahawks Sign Terrion Arnold Weeks After Agreeing to Deal
The one-year minimum deal adds depth at cornerback, but Arnold is expected to miss practice and games while his legal case continues.
The Seattle Seahawks signed free-agent cornerback Terrion Arnold on Saturday, with the NFL expected to place him on the Commissioner's Exempt List, preventing him from practicing or playing.
Arnold, a 2024 first-round pick, became a free agent after the Detroit Lions released him in June following his arrest. He faces four felony counts each of kidnapping and armed robbery in Florida.
Head coach Mike Macdonald cited strong endorsements from former Alabama teammates for the signing. "It was an opportunity to bring on a player that we felt strongly about during the draft process," Macdonald said.
Seattle waived offensive tackle Derrick Graham on Saturday to clear 91-man roster space for Arnold. While on the exempt list, Arnold remains under contract and continues to receive pay.
The signing secures the Seahawks' rights to Arnold as an exclusive or restricted free agent beyond this season. His status remains tied to a status hearing scheduled for October 5 in Tampa, Florida.