Seahawks sign Terrion Arnold amid felony charges, NFL decision pending
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 2:02 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Terrion Arnold, a cornerback recently signed by the Seattle Seahawks, faces eight felony charges related to a February armed robbery and kidnapping. Following his agreement with the Seahawks, the NFL has placed him on the Commissioner Exempt list. His next court hearing is set for October 5, and questions remain about whether he will be placed on paid leave before the regular season begins. The Seahawks are reportedly willing to assess Arnold's situation further, despite the risks involved in signing a player who has faced significant legal issues.
- •Terrion Arnold is facing eight felony charges related to armed robbery and kidnapping.
- •Seahawks signed Arnold while he is under the Commissioner's Exempt list.
- •Arnold's next court hearing is scheduled for October 5.
- •NFL might decide on Arnold's paid leave before Week 1 of the regular season.
- •Seahawks management is weighing the implications of signing a troubled former first-round pick.
- 2:02 AMYahoo Sports — Will NFL place Terrion Arnold on paid leave?
"Now that Arnold is on a team again, the league put him on the Commissioner Exempt list.
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