Thu Sep 25 08:30:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**
**Lions Confident in Young Cornerback Arnold Despite Early Struggles; Davenport Out for Monday Night**
**Detroit, MI** – Second-year cornerback Terrion Arnold has faced an early test in his NFL career, but the Detroit Lions remain confident in his potential. While Arnold’s pass coverage numbers haven’t been stellar through the first two games – targeted 16 times, allowing 11 receptions for 176 yards and a touchdown, with opposing quarterbacks boasting a 126.0 passer rating when throwing his way – coaches and Arnold himself see room for growth and are focused on improvement.
“I feel great about T.A.,” Head Coach Dan Campbell said. “He goes to work and he does not lack confidence. He acknowledges like, ‘Hey man, I can be better, and I will be better.’ And he goes out there and works at it in practice.”
Arnold, for his part, is focused on dissecting film and honing his technique. “I would just say (I’m) growing every day,” Arnold stated. “I don’t grade myself based on how it looks. When I sit down with my coach to analyze the tape and really break it down, put yourself in coverages and think about how you could have won your one-on-one. That’s how I grade it.”
Adding to the team’s confidence is Arnold’s performance in run defense, where he has earned the highest grade among Lions defensive backs from Pro Football Focus.
However, the Lions will be without veteran edge rusher Marcus Davenport for their Monday Night Football matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. Campbell confirmed that Davenport will miss the game due to a chest injury. While the injury is not expected to be season-ending, the team is still determining a timeline for his return.
Al-Quadin Muhammad, who recorded a sack in the Lions’ Week 2 win over the Chicago Bears, is expected to see increased playing time opposite Aidan Hutchinson.
Campbell also highlighted the significant progress made by the Lions’ secondary since he took over as head coach in 2021, crediting defensive backs coach Deshea Townsend and defensive assistant Jim O’Neil for their work in developing players like All-Pro safety Kerby Joseph, Pro Bowl safety Brian Branch, and nickel cornerback Amik Robertson. The addition of veteran D.J. Reed has also bolstered the unit.
In positive news for the Lions’ special teams, running back Sione Vaki and linebacker Trevor Nowaske, both key special teams contributors, have fully participated in practice this week after recovering from injuries.
The Lions are coming off a strong performance after defeating the Chicago Bears 52-21, and 38-30 victory over the Baltimore Ravens.
**Summary of Original Text:**
The Detroit Lions are confident in second-year cornerback Terrion Arnold despite some early struggles in pass coverage. Coach Dan Campbell praises Arnold’s work ethic and confidence, while Arnold focuses on film study and improvement. Arnold’s run defense is a bright spot. Marcus Davenport is out for Monday’s game against the Ravens with a chest injury, leading to increased playing time for Al-Quadin Muhammad. Coach Campbell lauds the growth of the Lions’ secondary, crediting the coaching staff. Special teams will be bolstered by the return of Sione Vaki and Trevor Nowaske from injury.
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