The Seattle Seahawks have been dealt a major blow ahead of their upcoming game against the Carolina Panthers. Cornerback Riq Woolen has been ruled out due to a chest injury.
Woolen, who is in his second season with the Seahawks, has been a key part of the team’s defense this year. He has recorded 28 tackles and two interceptions in the eight games he has played. He has also been a reliable presence in the secondary, helping to shut down opposing offenses.
The injury is a big setback for the Seahawks, who are already without cornerback Shaquill Griffin due to a concussion. With Woolen out, the team will have to rely on Tre Flowers, Akeem King, and Neiko Thorpe to fill the void at cornerback.
The Seahawks have been struggling on defense this season, ranking near the bottom of the league in points allowed per game. They will need to find a way to make up for Woolen’s absence if they want to have any chance of slowing down the Panthers’ high-powered offense.
It is unclear how long Woolen will be out for, but it is likely that he will miss at least one game. The Seahawks will need to adjust quickly if they want to have any chance of winning against the Panthers.
This is a tough break for Woolen, who was having a strong season before the injury. Hopefully he will be able to make a full recovery and get back on the field soon. In the meantime, the Seahawks will need to find a way to make up for his absence and get back on track defensively.
