Amidst the disappointing performance of the Dallas Cowboys’ defense, particularly their secondary, an unexpected name has emerged as a potential solution: the Seattle Seahawks’ Tariq Woolen.

Woolen, who was a sensation with a league-leading 6 interceptions and a Pro Bowl selection in his rookie season (2022), no longer appears to be in Seattle’s long-term plans. According to sources from NFL Network, his playing time is expected to decrease, making him a viable trade target before the November 4th deadline.

For the Cowboys, Woolen represents a strategic acquisition. He would not only provide direct competition for Trevon Diggs and DaRon Bland—who have both struggled to play to their full potential—but his ideal frame (6-foot-4) and elite speed also offer a unique physical profile that the current Dallas cornerback room lacks.

In terms of cost, NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah projected the compensation for Woolen to be around a fifth-round pick that could turn into a fourth, or at most, a fourth that could become a third. This is a relatively low price for a young talent who has already demonstrated a high ceiling. Sometimes, a change of scenery and system is all a player needs to rediscover his form. For the Cowboys, this represents a low-risk gamble with a potentially massive reward, one that could help clean up the most glaring weakness on their current roster.