Dolphins add 2020 first-round pick Damon Arnette to practice squad

The Dolphins signed Damon Arnette to a practice squad deal (Twitter link via David Furones of the Sun Sentinel). This marks the cornerback’s first deal since he was cut by the Raiders earlier this year.

Shortly after the tragedy involving Henry Ruggs, a video surfaced showing Arnette issuing threats and brandishing a handgun. The Raiders moved quickly to release the 2020 first-rounder, who was also in the midst of multiple lawsuits, including one for a car crash of his own.

Arnette made his name at Ohio State, flashing potential opposite of Jeff Okudah. With the ability to play on the inside or the outside, the Raiders were high on his upside. Unfortunately, his potential has been torpedoed by his off-the-field problems.

Arnette started in seven of his nine games as a rookie, collecting 25 tackles along the way. This year, he appeared in the Raiders’ first four games but didn’t top 30% of the snaps in any of those contests.

While Arnette joins the 16-man practice squad, the rest of the team will prepare to face the Jets on Sunday. A win would give the Dolphins six straight, a 7-7 record on the year and at least a glimmer of hope in the wild-card race.