Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Riq Woolen has been a constant feature among trade rumors ahead of the November 10 deadline. After beginning the season with a 2-7 record, Philadelphia are looking to sell the 27-year-old, who signed a one-year deal during the offseason.
However, Woolen himself does not want to leave the Eagles, per a post on X by Eliot Shorr-Parks. The Super Bowl LX champion claimed that while the final decision rests with the front office and his agent, he himself does not want to leave.
“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.”
Woolen has recorded 30 tackles, one forced fumble and six passes defended through eight games. The former fifth-round pick in 2022 earned Pro Bowl recognition as a rookie in 2022 and finished the 2025 season with 41 tackles, one interception and 12 passes defended. His size and speed mean that he is likely to have no dearth of interested teams, with a range of outfits, including the Buffalo Bills and the Detroit Lions.
Philadelphia have slumped to seven consecutive defeats after the latest loss against the New York Giants. Jalen Hurts is reportedly out for the season, which has only intensified the rumors as Philadelphia seem intent on giving up contracts that can give them immediate value. Still, it remains to be seen if Woolen ends up leaving.