The Eagles signed cornerback Riq Woolen to a one-year, up to $15 million deal to strengthen their defense.

The Philadelphia Eagles signed free agent cornerback Riq Woolen to a one-year, up to $15 million deal, marking their first outside free agent signing of the 2026 league year. Woolen, 26, previously played for the Super Bowl-winning Seattle Seahawks, where he was a key reserve corner and earned a Pro Bowl nod in his 2022 rookie season with six interceptions. The Eagles added him to strengthen their secondary, pairing him with All-Pro Quinyon Mitchell and allowing Cooper DeJean to shift to nickel or slot roles. The contract includes incentives that could raise its value to $15 million, though the base amount and guaranteed money were not disclosed. Woolen brings elite physical traits—6-foot-4, 210 pounds, and a 4.26-second 40-yard dash—but has shown inconsistency, including benchings and critical errors in recent seasons. The move reflects the Eagles’ effort to bolster their defense ahead of the 2026 NFL season.