Seahawks CB Riq Woolen Faces Trade Interest from Raiders Dolphins Amid Defensive Struggles

Seahawks cornerback Riq Woolen has been ruled out for Sunday’s game vs. the Buccaneers after suffering a concussion and must clear the NFL concussion protocol before he can play again. Woolen’s playing time has diminished under new coach Mike Macdonald, with recent penalties and big plays against him compounded by roster rotations while Devon Witherspoon and safety Julian Love deal with injuries. Analysts note a sharp decline from his rookie Pro Bowl year — Pro Football Focus gives him a 40.4 grade and he is allowing a 120.1 passer rating when targeted — and he has been flagged for frequent penalties. Entering the final year of his contract, Woolen is being monitored as a potential trade target ahead of the Nov. 4 deadline, with the Las Vegas Raiders and Miami Dolphins among teams reportedly interested and a conditional mid-round (fourth-round) pick often mentioned as a plausible return. While Seattle could fetch meaningful draft capital if they move him, his recent form, reduced snaps and current health status complicate trade evaluations for contender teams considering a deadline acquisition.