The Detroit Lions parted ways with cornerback Terrion Arnold on Monday, releasing the former first-round draft pick just days after his arrest on felony charges in Florida. The decision came shortly after a judge set Arnold's bond at $1 million during a hearing in Tampa, Florida.

Arnold was arrested last week on four counts each of armed robbery and kidnapping. Authorities allege he coordinated the abduction and assault of three men he suspected of stealing luxury goods and $100,000 in cash from his rented Airbnb. If convicted of the charges, he faces a maximum sentence of life in prison.

Hillsborough County Judge Christopher Sabella set bond despite prosecutors' request that Arnold be held without bail. Sabella noted that while the allegations are severe, the state has not yet established a definitive case proving guilt.

The judge imposed strict conditions for Arnold's release. The cornerback must surrender his passport within 48 hours, avoid contact with his six co-defendants or any witnesses, and remain confined to his home in Tallahassee, Florida. While the state requested a GPS tracking device, Sabella denied it after defense attorneys argued it would interfere with football activities. The ruling came before the Lions announced his release.

According to prosecutors, the incident stemmed from a theft Arnold reported days earlier involving Rolex watches and Louis Vuitton bags. Six of Arnold's associates allegedly carried out the abductions, holding and pistol-whipping the victims. Investigators noted Arnold was not present during the actual assault but argue he orchestrated the confrontation. Two female co-defendants have already pleaded guilty and are cooperating with law enforcement, providing statements that implicate Arnold.

Defense attorney Harvey Steinberg countered in court, stating that prosecutors lack evidence showing Arnold directed or anticipated the violent actions of his associates. Denise White, the chief executive officer of EAG Sports Management, issued a statement asserting the judge's bond ruling reflects a lack of evidence tying Arnold to criminal activity.

The Lions selected Arnold out of Alabama in the first round of the 2024 draft. He had two years and $4.8 million left on his contract and was projected to start at outside cornerback opposite D.J. Reed.