DETROIT -- Terrion Arnold just couldn't believe it was over.
A feeling of heartache still bothered the rookie cornerback on the day after Detroit's 45-31 divisional round upset loss to the visiting Washington Commanders.
As he reported to the team's practice facility during their locker cleanout on Jan. 19, he vowed that day to become a better player entering Year 2. The Lions have heightened expectations this season for the 24th overall pick of the 2024 NFL draft.
"It was nothing but experience. Like, I always said, a lot of teams sit back there and play zone, but I had to go out there and challenge wide receiver ones, and I'm young," Arnold told reporters in January.