Philadelphia Eagles sign CB Riq Woolen

The Eagles' one-year, $12M signing of cornerback Riq Woolen earns a B- Contract Value Index (CVI), a deal that reflects cautious optimism balanced against meaningful uncertainty. On the field, Woolen projects as a solid starter capable of delivering above-average cornerback production — early spring work has drawn genuine buzz from the coaching staff, and his athletic profile suggests real upside in a competition-ready secondary. At $12M AAV on a one-year prove-it structure, the contract is neither a steal nor a reach; it's a fair-market reset that gives Philadelphia flexibility while committing modest resources to evaluate Woolen's fit in the scheme. The real value hinges on what he produces once the regular season begins in 91 days — one year removes guaranteed-money risk and allows the Eagles to walk away or renegotiate if he underperforms, but it also signals the front office isn't fully sold on long-term upside. This is a pragmatic depth-and-competition move rather than a cornerstone acquisition, and the grade reflects that middling risk-reward calculus: low commitment, decent upside, but no margin for error if the spring hype doesn't translate to September performance.