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Seahawks Put Riq Woolen’s Starting Job in Doubt After Week 1 Errors

Macdonald left Woolen's Week 2 role open, citing Josh Jobe's strong opener.

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 30: A detail of a Seattle Seahawks football helmet before the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 30, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Coach Mike Macdonald answered "We'll see" when asked if Woolen would start against the Steelers on Sunday, signaling a real competition at cornerback.
  • Woolen gave up a 45-yard catch to Ricky Pearsall and the game-winning touchdown to Jake Tonges, allowing 3-of-4 targets for 73 yards and a 156.3 passer rating as the nearest defender, with a 37.4 PFF game grade.
  • Josh Jobe intercepted Brock Purdy, allowed one yard on five targets as the nearest defender, played 61 of 76 defensive snaps, and was praised as "competing for more snaps."
  • Seattle’s secondary is banged up, with Devon Witherspoon not practicing (shoulder), Julian Love limited (groin), and a decision pending on placing rookie Nick Emmanwori (high ankle sprain) on injured reserve.
  • Newsweek reports the team did not extend Woolen after 2024, positioning him for free agency next March and increasing the stakes for his performance.