The Atlanta Falcons can keep building upon an impressive Monday night win over the Buffalo Bills by bolstering the secondary ahead of the Nov. 4 trade deadline.
Pro Football Focus’ Bradley Locker floated Seattle Seahawks cornerback Tariq Woolen as a trade fit for the Falcons. The 2022 Pro Bowler has one year left on his four-year, $3.99 million rookie deal, and the Seahawks could save for the future while the Falcons could add defensive backfield talent and depth.
“After displaying tremendous promise over his first three seasons, Woolen has not reached that excellence in 2025,” Locker wrote. “Through five weeks, Woolen has compiled a 41.1 PFF coverage grade — the seventh-lowest among qualified cornerbacks — along with 14.1 yards per catch. What’s only made matters worse is Woolen’s 23.8% missed tackle rate.”
“The Seahawks look poised to make the playoffs at 4-2, but the team could still deal a player like Woolen — especially with depth at the position in Shaquill Griffin, Josh Jobe and Derion Kendrick,” Locker added. “Woolen’s background and fundamental athleticism would attract numerous teams, even though he’s a 2026 free agent.”
Besides the Falcons, Locker offered four other teams that could make a run for Woolen. That includes the Detroit Lions, Chicago Bears, Philadelphia Eagles, and Bills.
“The Lions are desperate for corners in lieu of injuries to D.J. Reed and Terrion Arnold, while Buffalo needs additional playmakers at the position with Christian Benford slumping,” Locker noted.
Dolphins cornerback Rasul Douglas Another Option For Atlanta
The Falcons could also look at Miami Dolphins veteran cornerback Rasul Douglas instead of Woolen.
“Douglas didn’t sign with the Dolphins until late August, which was surprising given his pedigree,” Locker wrote. “As it turns out, there are likely a myriad of teams that would have liked to have added Douglas earlier based on his play in 2025. Doulgas has posted a 77.9 PFF coverage grade with three pass breakups across 161 coverage snaps, looking more like the standout player we saw in 2023.”
“At 1-5 and with persistent locker room turmoil, Miami will likely have a “for sale” sign up. The 30-year-old rental could help the Falcons — who hold the worst PFF coverage grade at cornerback (47.1) — or the Bears, who are without Jaylon Johnson indefinitely,” Locker added.
Falcons Could Find Corner in the Division
If needed, the Falcons could also find a cornerback within the NFC South, as the New Orleans Saints are expected to be sellers at the trade deadline. If so, the Falcons could land Saints cornerback Alontae Taylor.
“Although little has been good about the Saints’ 2025 season, Taylor’s play has pointed upward,” Locker wrote. “This year, he’s produced a career-best 69.5 PFF coverage grade. What also aids his value is inside-outside versatility, having played 1,239 or more snaps on the outside and in the slot.”
“The Saints have demonstrated a willingness to move on from serviceable-to-good corners in recent years, including Marshon Lattimore and Paulson Adebo,” Locker added. “If New Orleans doesn’t intend to pay Taylor this offseason, the 26-year-old could be sought after. Perhaps Dennis Allen would try to reunite with his former draft pick, or the Eagles could take a swing with a need at perimeter cornerback.”
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