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Panthers eye trade for Eagles cornerback Riq Woolen before deadline

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 6:15 PM

Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Panthers eye trade for Eagles cornerback Riq Woolen before deadline

Summary

The Carolina Panthers, currently leading the NFC South with a 3-2 record, are considering a trade to strengthen their defense ahead of the NFL's November 10 deadline. Reports suggest that Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Riq Woolen, who recently signed a one-year deal for $12 million, is a potential target. Woolen has contributed to the Eagles' defense this season with 24 tackles, a forced fumble, and four defended passes, though he has not yet recorded an interception. Analysts see a trade for Woolen as a strategic move that could enhance the Panthers' playoff prospects.

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Status Watch

•Panthers hold a 3-2 record, leading the NFC South division.
•Riq Woolen is a potential trade target to bolster the secondary.
•Woolen has played well this season but hasn’t recorded an interception.
•The NFL trade deadline is set for November 10.

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6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers Linked to Aggressive $12 Million Trade to Bolster Defense

What they're saying

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The Carolina Panthers have gotten off to a solid start to begin the 2026 NFL season. Through Week 6 action, Dave Canales and company hold a 3-2 record and currently sit atop the NFC South division race. Last season, the team was one of the bigger surprises in the league. They were able to win […] The post Panthers Linked to Aggressive $12 Million Trade to Bolster Defense appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
— Yahoo Sports

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