The situation for Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold appears grim following a shoulder injury aggravated during a game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Reports from Tom Pelissero of NFL Network indicate that Arnold’s chances of returning this season are slim. Coach Dan Campbell had mentioned the injury would keep Arnold out indefinitely, without confirming if the injury was season-ending.
Arnold’s Performance and Injury Details
Arnold was recently performing well, showcasing his skills in a standout game. He limited the opposition to only three catches on six targets, yielding just 28 yards, alongside contributing two pass deflections. However, despite a strong performance, he faced penalties that negatively impacted his defense, including a crucial foul erasing a safety.
Coach’s Comments
Dan Campbell acknowledged Arnold’s competitiveness during the match, stating, “He was very competitive. I thought he was calm. I thought he was cool, and I thought this was one of the better games he’s played in a while.”
Team’s Defensive Challenges
The Lions now face significant challenges in their defensive lineup due to injuries. Alongside Arnold, the team will also be without their leading cornerback, D.J. Reed, who suffered a hamstring injury against the Browns. Reed has been placed on injured reserve, further complicating the Lions’ defensive strategy.
- Injured Players:
- Terrion Arnold – Shoulder Injury
- D.J. Reed – Hamstring Injury
- Khalil Dorsey – Also dealing with an injury
- Available Cornerbacks:
- Amik Robertson
- Rock-Ya Sin
- Avonte Maddox
- Practice Squad Additions:
- Tre Flowers
- Nick Whiteside
Moving Forward
Despite these setbacks, Campbell emphasized the need for resilience. “This train doesn’t stop for anybody. Nobody cares, nobody’s going to feel sorry for you,” he stated. The team must continue to field its strongest lineup and adapt to the losses, using all three phases—offense, defense, and special teams—to strive for victory.
