DETROIT -- Terrion Arnold, the Detroit Lions' promising cornerback, is entering his second NFL season with a bold declaration: he aims to be the best cornerback in the league. After a rookie season filled with ups and downs, Arnold is determined to elevate his game and help the Lions achieve greater success in 2025.

Arnold's rookie campaign was marked by significant learning experiences. Despite some early struggles, including seven defensive pass interference penalties, Arnold showed considerable improvement as the season progressed. From Weeks 12 to the Divisional Round, he allowed only 21 completions on 40 targets, a notable improvement from his early-season performance.

Lions general manager Brad Holmes has high expectations for Arnold. "He's a highly confident kid, and had some up-and-down moments early on, had some aggressive moments, which was a good thing, didn't have any timid moments," Holmes said. "But I think all those snaps that he played are going to serve him well going forward."

Arnold, 22, is focused on refining his skills and correcting the mistakes that plagued him early in his rookie season. "It was never a talent thing as far as lining up and somebody was better than me," Arnold said. "It was just things from my inexperience and not seeing, but the only way to get better and gain experience is by being out there."

With training camp set to begin on July 20, Arnold is ready to take on the challenge of leading the Lions' secondary. Veteran cornerback Amik Robertson sees Arnold as a key piece in elevating the team's defensive backfield. Arnold's confidence and work ethic suggest that he is well on his way to fulfilling his lofty ambitions.

As the 2025 season approaches, all eyes will be on Terrion Arnold to see if he can make the leap from promising rookie to NFL's top cornerback. With his determination and the support of his team, Arnold is poised to make a significant impact in the league.