Seahawks admit they would have cut Terrion Arnold after arrest

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Seahawks admit they would have cut Terrion Arnold after arrest
Summary

Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider revealed in the latest episode of 'Hard Knocks' that the team likely would have cut cornerback Terrion Arnold had he been on their roster at the time of his June arrest on felony charges. Arnold faces serious allegations, including multiple counts of kidnapping and armed robbery, which could lead to a life sentence. Despite this, the Seahawks have reached an agreement to add Arnold to their roster, pending his legal situation. He will be placed on the NFL commissioner's exempt list when he officially signs. The episode highlights the complexities involved in NFL roster management and the perception of giving players second chances.

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  • Terrion Arnold was released by the Detroit Lions after felony charges.
  • Schneider stated Seattle would have cut Arnold if he was on their roster at arrest.
  • The Seahawks plan to sign Arnold pending legal resolutions.
  • Arnold faces serious charges with his next court date set for October 5.
  • The episode offers insight into NFL decision-making processes.
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  • 4:30 PMYahoo Sports‘Hard Knocks’ shows John Schneider admitting Seahawks would have cut Terrion Arnold in Lions’ position
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The Detroit Lions released cornerback Terrion Arnold after he was arrested in June on eight felony charges. Despite Arnold facing four counts of kidnapping and four counts of armed robbery, which carry a potential sentence of life in prison, the Seattle Seahawks recently reached an agreement with the 2024 first-round pick. Arnold hasn’t officially signed,…

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