New Eagles CB Riq Woolen Excited for Fresh Start in Philly

Woolen discusses his Super Bowl win, transition to cornerback, and joining the Eagles' talented secondary.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 2:44am

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Newly signed Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Riq Woolen, fresh off a Super Bowl win with the Seattle Seahawks, sat down for an exclusive interview with Eagles Insider Dave Spadaro. Woolen discussed his emotions transitioning from a Super Bowl champion to a free agent, his excitement to join the Eagles' cornerback room, and how his background as a former wide receiver has helped him excel on defense.

Why it matters

The Eagles have made a key addition to their secondary by signing Woolen, who brings championship experience and a unique skill set after converting from wide receiver to cornerback in college. His arrival bolsters an already talented cornerback group and provides depth and competition as the team looks to build on its recent success.

The details

Woolen, a 6'4" cornerback, discussed his transition from wide receiver to defensive back, noting that the mental aspect of the game has been a key focus for him. He's excited to join a cornerback room that includes Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean, and believes they will push each other to new heights. Woolen also touched on the thrill of winning the Super Bowl and the emotions of entering free agency, but is now fully focused on making an impact with the Eagles.

  • Woolen signed a one-year contract with the Eagles on Thursday.
  • Woolen won the Super Bowl with the Seattle Seahawks in February 2026.

The players

Riq Woolen

A newly signed cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles who recently won the Super Bowl with the Seattle Seahawks. Woolen is a former wide receiver who converted to cornerback in college and is known for his size, physicality, and playmaking ability.

Quinyon Mitchell

A cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles who will be part of Woolen's new cornerback room.

Cooper DeJean

A cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles who will be part of Woolen's new cornerback room.

Clint Hurtt

The Philadelphia Eagles' Senior Defensive Assistant/Defensive Line/Associate Head Coach, who Woolen is familiar with from their time together in Seattle.

Roy Anderson

The Philadelphia Eagles' Cornerbacks Coach, who Woolen will work closely with.

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What they’re saying

“I'm a player that loves football, I love to hang with my teammates and go out there and just ball with them. Philadelphia is getting a guy who is hard-working, relentless, and a playmaker. I love being on the field, I love everything about the game, and, shoot, I'm coming in here to work in a cornerback room with Q (Quinyon Mitchell) and Coop (Cooper DeJean) and we're going to make each other better. We're going to push each other. We had a great room in Seattle. I'm excited to get with these guys and, man, we're going to have some fun.”

— Riq Woolen (Philadelphia Eagles)

“When you walk in, you feel the culture. It's my first time here. Loving it. All of it. I'm looking at all the walls, the tradition. I know how the Eagles operate as a championship organization. It's pretty cool. I feel like I'll be able to operate right away, fit in perfectly, and add to the history of this franchise.”

— Riq Woolen (Philadelphia Eagles)

What’s next

Woolen will look to quickly integrate himself into the Eagles' cornerback group and learn the team's defensive schemes during the offseason program. The team will monitor his progress and see how he fits into the secondary rotation as they prepare for the 2026 season.

The takeaway

The Eagles have added a talented and versatile cornerback in Riq Woolen, who brings championship experience and a unique skill set to the team's secondary. Woolen's transition from wide receiver to cornerback has helped him develop a strong understanding of the mental aspects of the game, and he is eager to contribute to the Eagles' continued success.