Lions CB Terrion Arnold Carted Off with Foot Injury; Playoff Status Hangs in the Balance

Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold suffered a concerning foot injury during the team’s 31-9 victory over the Minnesota Vikings in Week 18. Arnold was unable to put any weight on his right foot as he was helped off the field and later carted to the locker room, sparking immediate worries about his availability moving forward.

Head coach Dan Campbell provided a brief yet hopeful update following the game. “I’ll know more tomorrow,” Campbell stated during his postgame press conference. “It was obviously enough to where he couldn’t finish the game. Take that for what it is.” Campbell also confirmed that initial X-rays on Arnold’s foot came back negative, but noted the cornerback’s level of tenderness remained a concern.

The Lions now have a 13-day window to recover before their next game, set for the weekend of January 18th. This extended break offers Arnold and other injured players a chance to heal. However, Arnold’s status remains uncertain as further evaluations are pending.

Speaking to reporters after the game, Arnold expressed a determined yet cautious outlook. “I’m waiting on the X-rays and don’t know the severity yet,” he said. “I’m going to do everything in my power and put it in God’s hands to be out there with my boys.”

Arnold’s passion for returning to the field underscores his importance to the Lions’ defense as they gear up for the postseason. Fans and teammates alike will be eagerly awaiting updates, hopeful that the young cornerback can recover in time to contribute to Detroit’s playoff push.