Riq Woolen may be popping up in trade chatter all over the place, but the Eagles cornerback says he’d rather keep his spot in Philadelphia than pack his bags before the November 10 deadline.
Philadelphia’s rough start - a 2-7 record - has turned the 27-year-old into a name to watch as the team looks like a seller after signing him to a one-year deal in the offseason. Even with the rumors swirling, Woolen made it clear he isn’t eager to move on.
“Oh most definitely, I mean, if you woke up everyday with your friends, some of your close friends and you’all worked hard as hell everyday and you just up and disappeared when shit got hard, then it would seem kind of weird especially when it’s on you, you know?” he said.
“If it’s up to how we in the gym and my agent, then I am going to leave it to them. But knowing me as a person I have worked hard with these guys and I would love to be here and stay here with them.”
Through eight games, Woolen has put up 30 tackles, one forced fumble and six passes defended. His profile is part of what makes him so appealing around the league: the size, the speed, and the track record that started with Pro Bowl recognition as a rookie in 2022. He finished the 2025 season with 41 tackles, one interception and 12 passes defended.
That combination means there should be no shortage of suitors if Philadelphia decides to deal him. Teams such as the Buffalo Bills and the Detroit Lions have been mentioned as possible landing spots.
The Eagles’ slide has only added fuel to the speculation. After their latest loss to the New York Giants, they’ve dropped seven straight, and Jalen Hurts is reportedly out for the season. With Philadelphia seemingly open to moving contracts that can bring immediate value, Woolen’s future is still up in the air.
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