Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald spoke about the team's controversial decision to sign former Detroit Lions first-round pick Terrion Arnold, who is facing several felony charges in Florida.
Following Friday's practice for their preseason opener against the Dallas Cowboys, Macdonald was asked several questions about the decision, from how they view him as a player to his fit in the culture. Macdonald declined to comment on anything regarding Arnold's current legal proceedings, saying the team would allow the league and court processes to play out.
"I think it was an opportunity to bring on a player that we felt strongly about during the draft process," Macdonald told the media. 'We also understand that it's a serious situation with a legal matter. There's a process behind it, so we respect that. That's how we'll operate too, just letting that process play out and let the league decide if and when his return to play is."
Seattle hosted the former Alabama star for a tryout on Sunday, which Macdonald described as "great." Macdonald said that he spoke to several people, whom he respects, about Arnold, and they supported him as a person. He added that he had informal one-on-one conversations with players prior to signing the former first-round pick and that he was confident in the team's locker room and team.
"I referenced the folks that had been in his corner throughout the process as well and we respect those people. We're not going to ignore those folks that we really respect, and have a strong opinion about it as well," Macdonald said. "When you put all of those things together, it felt like it was a good opportunity for the team."

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