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Seahawks Sign Terrion Arnold and NFL Places Him on Commissioner's Exempt List

Seattle secured Arnold’s contract rights to hold a future roster option while his Tampa court date and the league review determine his eligibility.

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An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Detroit Lions player Amon-Ra St. Brown on the field during the game against the Green Bay Packers, Image 2 shows Terrion Arnold in an orange "INMATE" jumpsuit, escorted by law enforcement officers
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Overview

  • The Seahawks officially signed Terrion Arnold on Saturday, Aug. 29, and waived offensive tackle Derrick Graham to open a roster spot as the NFL placed Arnold on the Commissioner's Exempt List.
  • The Commissioner's Exempt List is paid leave that allows a player to attend team meetings and be at the facility but bars practice and game action while the league investigates.
  • Arnold faces eight felony counts in Florida, including kidnapping and armed robbery, and his next scheduled court status hearing is set for Oct. 5 as he continues to deny the allegations.
  • Seattle framed the move as a long-term roster strategy by GM John Schneider and added veteran depth such as Trevon Diggs to cover immediate needs while Arnold remains unavailable.
  • What to watch next: the NFL's conduct review and the October court date will decide if Arnold can be removed from the exempt list and whether Seattle’s signing yields a player for 2026 or simply preserves control into 2027.