Eagles Sign Former Seahawks CB Tariq Woolen

Woolen celebrates new one-year, $15 million contract with Philadelphia

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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The Philadelphia Eagles have signed former Seattle Seahawks cornerback Tariq Woolen to a one-year, $15 million contract in free agency. Woolen, who led the NFL in interceptions as a rookie in 2022, is looking to bounce back after a down 2023 season and hopes to thrive in Philadelphia's talented secondary under defensive coordinator Vic Fangio.

Why it matters

The Eagles' secondary was a weakness in 2025 after the departure of key players, and adding a talented cornerback like Woolen on a one-year "prove-it" deal could pay big dividends as the team looks to repeat as Super Bowl champions.

The details

Woolen, a 2022 sixth-round pick, burst onto the scene as a rookie, recording six interceptions to lead the NFL. However, his play has been inconsistent since then, with just six total picks over the past two seasons. The Eagles are hoping a change of scenery and playing alongside standout cornerbacks Darius Slay and Avonte Maddox will help Woolen regain his 2022 form.

  • Woolen signed his one-year, $15 million contract with the Eagles on March 11, 2026.

The players

Tariq Woolen

A 24-year-old cornerback who was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the sixth round in 2022 and is now joining the Philadelphia Eagles on a one-year free agent contract.

Nick Sirianni

The head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles.

Vic Fangio

The defensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles.

Darius Slay

A standout cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Avonte Maddox

A standout cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The Eagles will look to Woolen to solidify their secondary and help the team make another Super Bowl run in 2026.

The takeaway

The Eagles' signing of Tariq Woolen represents a low-risk, high-upside move as the team looks to bolster its secondary and repeat as Super Bowl champions. If Woolen can regain his 2022 form, it could be a game-changing addition for Philadelphia's defense.