He also showed the necessary patience and calmness to play both the ball and receiver, with great timing. Positives: Nasty linebacker who is fast making plays up the field. Negatives: Must improve his playing strength. Athletic, gets depth on pass drops, and covers a lot of area on the field. Make sure to check out all of our other NFL Draft Scouting Reports. Breakdowns of the best Defensive Back prospects and averages of other scouting reports. Doesn't move feet on snap and often reaches for receiver. Press Great press ability due to his physicality, but his technique could use refinement. Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Omar Khan joins "NFL Now" at the Combine. The traits are there, its just about getting him more reps which teams may or may not have time for. summary. Woolen should be a day 2 pick and with a solid combine may be taken early day 2. Only time will tell how good Tariq Woolen can be as a true cornerback.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[336,280],'draftdive_com-banner-1','ezslot_6',113,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-draftdive_com-banner-1-0'); if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'draftdive_com-large-leaderboard-2','ezslot_5',114,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-draftdive_com-large-leaderboard-2-0'); Woolen was featured on TheAtheltics Bruce Feldmans freak list in August of 2021. Flows laterally in pursuit of the action and gets out into space to make plays. Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane explains why defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier decided to take off the 2023 season. Keeps his head on a swivel and always looks for someone to hit. Long strider with excellent speed. Bends at the waist and misses blocks. He does do this at times on the tape, but it doesnt come on those deep shots, which matter most when you consider how easily Woolen should lock those down with pure speed. He can be in a pedal gaining depth to take away the deep route and immediately come off of that to take away the checkdown once the quarterback turns to it. Woolen is a clear project, but teams will see the potential for a shutdown corner, thanks to his rare physical traits. I will debate any topic with anyone, come at me, Your email address will not be published. He does a good job of keeping his eyes in on the quarterback throughout the play rather than having them dart from spot to spot. Tariq Woolen tested out with a raw athletic score of 10.0 after his performance at the NFL combine. Obviously Richard Sherman and Brandon Browner due to their size. Neither of them is even close to the athlete Woolen is though. Heres our expanded scouting report and draft profile: Tariq Woolen, UTSA CB | NFL Draft Scouting Report. Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta addresses ongoing Lamar Jackson contract situation. Against the run, Woolen's lack of strength can show up when he's trying to control and disengage from blocks. You wouldve liked to see him compete in the agility drills at the combine, but Woolen has shown time and time again that he is a fluid mover. Hes long, can run and has plenty of traits that can be developed to become a starting corner, making him an intriguing prospect in this years NFL Draft class. Does not go down without a fight and falls forward when tackled. Sure, he gets beat a good amount, much more than any of the top corners in this draft, but its beautiful when Woolen locks a route down. After a long and grueling NFL regular season and postseason, the 2022 campaign concludes with the Kansas City Chiefs taking on the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII. He does not shy away from contact and largely does a good job of tackling, whether it's a big hit or a secure wrap tackle. 40 time: 4.26if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'draftdive_com-box-4','ezslot_4',112,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-draftdive_com-box-4-0'); Tariq Woolen is the second player I have highlighted recently who made a late position change. Due to this, he often gives up shorter routes too easily. It is now time to give out player awards. Head coach Josh McDaniels on the Las Vegas Raiders' goal to secure a long-term quarterback. He offers possibilities as a three-technique tackle or interior lineman in a one-gap system, and his intensity gives him an extra advantage. Height:64 Pairing those two traits leads to him reaching the ball late on many pass attempts. Please check your email for a confirmation. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Maybe its his experience as a receiver that helps him. Watch as Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll addresses media at his 2023 NFL Scouting Combine news conference. He has a rare combination of size, length and speed that will cause NFL scouts to salivate. Tariq Woolen Scouting Report Measurements. UTSA defensive back Tariq Woolen (38) after he ran the 40-yard dash during the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine on Sunday, Mar. Lost your password? All Rights reserved. When in off coverage, Woolen plays with very good positioning downfield, even looking to cut off routes. He then set fire to the turf with his blazing 4.26 40, also among the best in the Combine. He comes up quickly in the short passing game to bring the receiver down. He displays good football IQ when tackling players from behind as instead of going to clip their ankles or to wrap them up at their hips Woolen instead tries to punch the ball out with one hand and wrap them up with the other. Josh McDaniels changing approach to evaluating quarterbacks, HC talked about size requirements and mobile QBs at the combine, Report: Marcel Reece has left Raiders role, Former player was owner Mark Davis chief of staff, Josh McDaniels at NFL Combine: Raiders coach talks quarterback, Josh Jacobs and more, McDaniels talks quarterback needs as the NFL offseason kicks into gear, Raiders 2023 quarterback: Jarrett Stidham Pro Cons, 24 catches for 263 yards and one touchdown, 58.1 percent completion percentage, 632 yards and six touchdowns, Abraham Lucas, OT, Washington State scouting report, Raiders Horizon: All eyes on Dave Ziegler, Derek Carrs departure from the Raiders: All the latest news and rumors, Raiders offseason 2023: Scott Turner can elevate the Raiders' quick passing game, Silver Minings: Aaron Rodgers says Raider fans have been most vocal in his pursuit, Silver Minings: Josh Jacobs contract talks may heat up soon, When playing press, he plays the game within the game by mixing up his pre-snap alignment to avoid tipping the coverage to the quarterback and wide receiver, and he has quick feet to move post-snap and get a leverage advantage, Hes solid at using his long arms with a one-arm jam to get a hand on the receiver at the line of scrimmage and play bump and run coverage, Near the goal line, he plays more aggressively at the line of scrimmage and showed the awareness to avoid getting picked, Uses his hands in the five-yard window to force re-routes against wideouts when playing underneath in zone coverage, When playing off and/or in cover three, he uses leverage steps to maintain his positioning post-snap and keeps the receiver inside of him to prevent the receiver from getting to his blind spot, He has plenty of speed to run with wide receivers down the field and avoid getting beat deep, and he can match bursts/second gears to cover posts and corners. His Relative Athletic Score, which is a composite grade of the players testing numbers set to a scale of 0 to 10 (with the data dating back to 1987) is off the charts. Right now, though, Woolen is a raw football player. However, he is an inconsistent finisher. It seems like hes often chasing when receivers burst inside the numbers. He might have the highest ceiling of any player in the draft, period. With a good NFL coaching staff, and a year or two to develop, he has the ability to become an elite outside corner in the NFL. I have to start by saying Im the type of scout who likes to draft production and proven players over potential. 6, 2022 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Positives: Safety-sized linebacker who flashes ability. He has great physical gifts, but lacks experience at the position. The tall Cornerbacks are generally about 62, but Woolen stands at a whopping 64, with nearly a 79 wingspan (2nd largest among Cornerbacks). The lack of holes in his game and his great field vision lead me to believe he will continue to progress. For how iffy Woolens reaction timing is, he does very well to get his hands on the receiver early. Unlike most people who make a position change, Woolen had to make the change mid season. This was a pleasant surprise. Las Vegas does have two starting outside corners in Trayvon Mullen and Rock Ya-Sin, and they signed Anonthy Averett as a backup option, but all three are on contract years. WebTariq Woolen is an intriguing cornerback prospect with outstanding measurables. However, with the Raiders not picking until the third round and needing a starting offensive lineman, the stars might not be aligning. Woolen should show out and help himself even more during the NFL Combine this weekend.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'draftdive_com-large-mobile-banner-2','ezslot_10',116,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-draftdive_com-large-mobile-banner-2-0'); Honestly, from a physical standpoint Woolen has all the tools and then some. Name:Tariq Woolen Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio's conference during NFL combine week. WebTariq Woolen is a 6-5, 205-pound Wide Receiver from Fort Worth, TX. Zone Coverage Good ability to read the QB, but his reaction time isnt ideal. Jersey:No. Woolen has a chance to become the talk of the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis, but his journey to this point has been circuitous, to say the least. Analysis: Maka is rarely mentioned in scouting circles but is a tough small-area blocker with a great attitude. Your email address will not be published. The NFL season has officially concluded. The potential is there for Woolen to be a good physical corner, though it will take time. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. The testing was off the charts for Woolen. Woolen stands 64 and originally played wide receiver when he came to UTSA. Woolen has no weakness in his athletic profile and will be the clear reason why hell get drafted so high. UTSA seems to favor man coverage a bit over their zone, but Woolen has ample experience in both. Positives: Hard-working center with a great feel for the position. Jalen Carter Named Subject of Arrest Warrant After Fatal Crash That Killed Georgia Teammate, Seattle Seahawks 2023 NFL Draft Prospects To Target at the NFL Combine Include Brian Branch, Nolan Smith, 2023 NFL Draft Big Board: Top 25 Prospects Heading Into NFL Combine Include Jalen Carter, Brian Branch, and Bijan Robinson, Boston Colleges Jaiden Woodbey Is Less Tweener, More Swiss Army Knife. Moves well and shows the ability to pull across the line of scrimmage then get out front and block. He closes very quickly in both zone and man. Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles talks about the team's plan to replace legendary quarterback Tom Brady under center. Ball Skills Subpar. Itd be tough to justify taking a developmental player at a position of lesser need and passing on a proven commodity that can improve one of the teams biggest weaknesses with the teams first selection of the draft. His feet have a tendency to cross over when trying to keep his eyes on the quarterback in zone coverage and keeping shoulders parallel to the line of scrimmage. This shows on vertical routes the most as he keeps one hand on the hip of the receiver and then does a great job of timing his punch to dislodge the football as they are bringing the ball in over their shoulder. Illinois (2021), Western Kentucky (2021), BYU (2020), North Texas (2020), For someone with such a large frame, Woolen has an excellent change inability. But thats not even the most exciting element of his scouting report. He was able to back his play up at the Senior Bowl by competing with top talent and holding his own all week. Quick to open his hips when playing press and receivers attack his leverage, and his hips are a little stiff to turn and open in the other direction quickly. "GMFB" discusses which QBs to watch at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. Not a truly creative runner. Below average lateral movement doesn't help his play style. There were a few times on tape that he laid a nice pop on the ball carrier that left you wanting to see more of it. Will Deadly January Car Accident Tank Jalen Carters Draft Stock? Even when out of position downfield, he has very good recovery speed to close gaps and get back into the hip pocket of receivers. Woolen is an okay scheme fit for this defense as he is better suited for a zone scheme that will allow him to use his athleticism and ability to read the quarterback to read and react to what is happening in front of him. Fluid moving in every direction, nicely redirects to ball handlers, and quickly closes to the play. 2023 NFL Draft: AFC North Draft Targets AFC North Draft Targets AFC North Draft Targets Overview DraftDive is a trusted source for draft information and predictions. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. The one simple reason the Seahawks will retain Geno Smith. Woolen is one of the most intriguing prospects in draft history. Strong, displays outstanding vision, and plays with incredible toughness. Shows very good awareness and vision to see all threats in zone coverage. Teams; H.S. While Woolens play speed does not match up with his reported 4.34 40-yard dash time, it is sufficient when aided by physicality. School:UTSA Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy addresses play calling changes for Cowboys in 2023. Instagram:@primetimesportstalk, Follow Charlie Parent on Twitter@Charlie_Parent, Main Image Credit:Embed from Getty Images, Check us out on our socials: Twitter:@PTSTNewsand@TalkPrimeTimeFacebook Page:Prime Time Sports TalkJoin our Facebook Group:Prime Time Sports TalkInstagram: @primetimesportstalk. His blend of raw athleticism combined with his unmatched size at the Cornerback position is fascinating. Tariq Woolen tested out with a raw athletic score of 10.0 after his performance at the NFL combine. Tariq Woolen is one of the rarest prospects in this draft, who oddly isnt a projected Day 1 pick, and possibly not even a Day 2 pick. Slow to sink his hips, creating separation out of breaks. For a former receiver, Woolens ball skills did not live up to that narrative. Building off the previous section, there are flaws in Woolens tape where his experience as a defensive back showed up. While playing outside corner he had 63 tackles and 2 INTs alnog with 9 PBUs. LeBron > MJ He only recently switched over to play corner from wide receiver, so hes still very raw at the position. Lean, proportional top and bottom half with room to add weight. As time goes on and his instincts improve, he has plenty of qualities to suggest hed be fine in either system down the road. Considering he hasnt been playing defense for long one wouldnt expect him to have the vision and field awareness he possesses. Strong and steers defenders from their angles of attack. The Patriots Are (For Now) On the Outside Looking In, Fear the New York Knicks! Negatives: Struggles to redirect and pick up the blitz. Sloppy technique in press. Weight:205 lbs, Games Watched:Illinois (2021), Western Kentucky (2021), BYU (2020), North Texas (2020). He uses both of these characteristics well to read and react. For all of the reasons discussed in my prior article, corner was a major need for Seattle that they have now addressed with the selections of Coby Bryant and now Woolen. Clocked at, Solid peripheral vision in zone coverage to recognize and defend against deep routes, Effectively communicates switches when pattern matching, Impressive acceleration to click and close, reaching the pass-catcher shortly after the ball does, Very good at playing the hands and ripping the ball out at the catch point, especially with his back to the quarterback, He has impressive timing to get PBUs from any positioning, back to or facing the quarterback, Not afraid to mix it ups against the run and he has the strength to take on and push around blocks from smaller receivers, Uses good pad level and is physical when tackling, Needs to be more aggressive with his jam and he telegraphs it, wide receivers with good releases and use of hands will be able to swat his hands away. Ahkello Witherspoon, here is what PFF said about him before he was drafted,may be the closest physical comp, but he too lacks the elite athleticism of Woolen. Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot on what quarterback Desmond Riddler brings to the Falcons and more. He needs to work on getting his head around on deep balls rather than trying to time the punch as this is something that is going to result in multiple pass interference penalties on underthrown balls. Hes smart to vacate the zone when needed, hell filter out guys pretty well, and Woolens natural athletic ability allows him to get anywhere on the field. The main, and nearly only, reason that Woolen gets beat deep is that hes slow to react in press coverage. However, he has a phenomenal ability to get his hands in the breadbasket and break up passes at the last second. This shows against routes too as Woolen will bite on double moves as well as overplaying his leverage based on the first step of the receiver. He garnered a 3 star grade from 247Sports and had offers from local schools like Houston and Baylor, but chose the Roadrunners of UTSA. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. This is very odd, considering his background as a receiver. Lean, proportional top and bottom half with room to add weight. So, Woolen could be a great pick for the future, especially since hes a bit of a project right now. On top of that, his height and reach will make him an ideal defender to guard players like Mike Williams and Mike Evans on jump balls in the end zone. He was able to back his play up at the Senior Bowl by competing with Pro Football Network, LLC. This one is pretty easy. Defensive Back s prospect rankings for the 2022 NFL Draft. Looks to jump routes in coverage, as well as taking the easy way around blocks in the run game. The UTSA scouting reports for the 2022 NFL Draft are complete with one of the fastest men to ever run at the NFL Combine in Tariq Woolen but offer great depth February 27, 2023 4:21 pm ET. Has good change of direction but can take a few extra steps out of break. Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid joins 'NFL Now' at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. NBA Playoff Bracket Busters, Why Americans are so Unpatriotic Towards the. He uses his vision and awareness to anticipate and jump underneath routes. He may not be able to come in and start right away, but he has the skills to develop into a potential starter early in his career. He was able to back his play up at the Senior Bowl by competing with top talent and holding his own all week. GRADE: 7.2 (3rd Round - High-Level Backup/ Potential Starter). Sloppy with his footwork at times, he was able to get away with not moving his feet and lunging to get hands on in press. He is 22 years old and can still develop into a great NFL player. Fluidity Extremely fluid and smooth player. Primarily playing as a wide corner in the Roadrunners defense that used a lot of cover three and four, he racked up 63 total tackles, two interceptions and 10 pass breakups in 22 games. Catches the ball well when its thrown in his direction. After boasting his elite height-weight-length measurables, he jumped out of the stadium with a Combine leading 42 Vertical jump. San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch commends 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy's decision to delay his UCL surgery. Tariq Woolen is an intriguing cornerback prospect with outstanding measurables. Finding Broncos: Tariq Woolen | CB | UTSA Finding Broncos scouts the 2022 NFL Draft with a small school corner. Negatives: Not a pile-driver who projects as a short-yardage ball carrier. While he did not impress at the Senior Bowl, Woolen showed tremendous straight-line speed at the 2022 From there on out, Woolen is a tad inconsistent in the jam. In high school, he was a basketball, football, and track star for Arlington Heights in Fort Worth, Texas. GRADE: 7.2 (3rd Round - High-Level Backup/ Potential Starter). Usually plays with good pad level and leverage. Fourth time is a charm when it comes to defensive coordinator interviews for Desai this offseason. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. Tariq Woolen is a 6-5, 205-pound Wide Slow to sink his hips, creating separation out of breaks. This will excite any NFL defensive coordinator from frame alone, and the technique will get there. Tariq Woolen NFL Draft Profile Position: Cornerback School: UTSA Current Year: Senior Height: 6'3" Weight: 205 pounds Tariq Woolen Scouting Report Woolen is a rare physical specimen in that regard. Runs extremely well once he can hit open space downfield. Woolen stayed at corner, starting seven of 11 games in 2020 and totaling 35 tackles (2.5 TFLs), 1.5 sacks, one interception and four pass breakups. The physical tools are unmatched and undeniable. He uses his vision and awareness to anticipate and jump underneath routes. Woolen has a tendency to overplay the route early in it. The Seahawks are currently Meet Matt Patricia Born September 13, 1974. Even in a draft class that is deep at the cornerback position. Its impressive how he can disrupt the passing lanes with this length and is another reason why the draft world is so excited for this guy. Disappears for stretches. Sherman however only has 32 arms. As a Colts fan Id love to see him in blue and white as I think hed be a great fit in their scheme. Woolens best attribute is his extreme athleticism. Conference USA Defensive Player of the Year, Tariq Woolen, UTSA CB | NFL Draft Scouting Report. Analysis: Haynes gets the most from his ability yet has limited upside. Some of Woolen's faults come when he's playing in press coverage. He dropped a lot of interceptions, as well, which isnt something youd expect from a converted wide receiver. Tariq Woolen is an intriguing cornerback prospect with outstanding measurables. This can lead to him running around blocks and also giving up his leverage, allowing the ball-carriers outside of him, especially when playing against receivers with a tight split or a nub side tight end. Those mirror well in the later traits, though we can preview them here too. 1, 2023 NFL mock draft: New 2-round projections for Senior Bowl week, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. He has fantastic length and posted eye popping combine numbers running a 4.26 40 yard dash to go along with a 42 However, he looks plenty strong to knock balls away from wide receivers and has ample strength to take down ball carriers. Woolen flips his hips with ease and hardly takes extra steps. Carolina Panthers End of the Year Player Awards, Super Bowl LVII Best Bets Kansas City Chiefs vs. Philadelphia Eagles, Top 5 NBA Players Under the Most Pressure to Win a Title, Athan: Tony Clark Cant Avoid Salary Cap Forever, Free Betting Play of the Day NBA Basketball (02/25), Ranking the Top 10 Second Basemen for 2023. Woolen looks massive on the tape. If his reactions were even average to that of other corners in this class, hed be the top cornerback out there. Woolens best attribute is his extreme athleticism. There are also other times where he can flatfooted on press reps which makes it difficult for him to flip his hips and get up field with the receiver. Does a good job of anticipating throws and getting a good jump on the ball. The Seahawks will need a new starting center in 2023 following Blythes announcement. WebNFL Draft Prospect Sleepers: CB Tariq Woolen H.S. Though he was not used much in the passing game at UTSA, he displayed that ability when given opportunities, which will be necessary for him to make it out of camp this summer. Does not consistently finish blocks. He can reach around receivers and make plays on balls others cant. 3 At times, he can completely take away receivers and wipe them from the play with a devastating press. Length Unreal and unmatched. His long arms allow a lot of wiggle room in both zone and man coverage for breaking up passes, and he was effective at striking at the football even when he was back in space. As such, the ascending program is set to send a bevy of athletes into the NFL. All of this shows on the film which is the most important. He has been recorded running as fast as 4.34 in the 40 and at the senior bowl was clocked running over 22 miles per hour. Man Coverage Woolen has an outstanding mirroring ability and stickiness. He'll need to clean that up when covering some of the NFL's more elite athletes. UTSA defensive back Tariq Woolen runs the 40-yard dash during the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 6, 2022, in Indianapolis. With that being said, we must go back to the tape and see if Woolens play matches up to his athleticism. He has a rare combination of size, length and speed that will cause NFL scouts to salivate. The uber-long, 6-foot-4 corner has drawn some of the biggest hype post-combine in draft history. NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport: Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry says restructuring Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson's contract is on the table. How long will it take him to get the mental aspect of the position down? Primed to set the Senior Bowl on fire, UTSAs Tariq Woolen has presented one of the premier athletic marvels the 2022 draft class has to offer. UTSA 2022 NFL Draft Scouting Reports. Does a good job of anticipating throws and getting a good jump on the ball. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings) The Seattle Seahawks preached the importance of long arms when they established the legion of boom and drafted both Richard Sherman and Brandon Browner in large part due to their long arms. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. There arent many corners who are 6-4 with 4.2 speed. Can the Celtics Defense Thrive Come Postseason? General manager Brandon Beane on Buffalo Bills' plans for coaching defense with defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier gone for the 2023 season. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. In the last 35 years there have only been 84 corners to grade out better than him which makes him such an enticing player in its own right. The uber-long, 6-foot-4 corner has drawn some of the Its clear hes still learning the position, but the ability to develop into something special is certainly there. Darron Cummings/AP Photo Below average lateral movement doesn't help his play style. He has a rare combination of size, length and speed that will cause NFL scouts to salivate. He does not shy away from contact and largely does a good job of tackling, whether it's a big hit or a secure wrap tackle. If he gets beat deep, Woolen wont automatically recover and be fast enough to get back, although there are tons of plays where he does make it close. Doesn't move feet on snap and often reaches for receiver. What Woolen can do is use this speed to blanket guys when he doesnt get beat off the line and dominate horizontally. That said, he looked faster in His wingspan has been measured at 79, and 33 1/2 for his arm measurement. His elite closing speed made this less of an issue in college, but hell get taken advantage of often at the next level if he doesnt develop a better feel for the route tree. When playing off-coverage, he can twist and stay always facing the receiver, regardless of the route break. While this didnt lead to many penalties in the C-USA, I think it will be a bit more problematic at the NFL level. He may not have a real position in the NFL, as hes too small for linebacker and not fast enough for safety. He still struggles to truly grasp zone concepts, and his ability to turn his head when breaking up passes in man coverage is just plain bad. Woolen does a really good job of using his length to stack and shed blockers in the running game. UTSA Roadrunners defensive back Tariq Woolen runs the 40-yard dash at the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine. Analysis: Hicks was a defender who got the most from his ability in college and could be used as a situational pass rusher, linebacker, and special-teams player in the NFL. CB | UTSA | 64 1/8 and 205 lbs | Fort Worth, TX | May 2nd, 1999 (22.9). You will receive mail with link to set new password. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. Again, well get more into the struggles later, but this is a positive start for a player with such potential. Woolen excels when playing in zone, where he can read the quarterback and see the routes develop in front of him. Positives: Former receiver turned cornerback with a large upside. Call 1-800-GAMBLER (NJ/PA/IL) or 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN only) or 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA only) or 1-800-522-4700 (CO Only) or TN REDLINE: 800-889-9789. Tariq Woolen and Coby Bryant might be the Seahawks' starting corners for the next few years. CB: 205lbs: 6-4: 4.26: 16 84.3 81.4. He was When in off coverage, Woolen plays with very good positioning downfield, even looking to cut off routes. The first thing out there was Woolen just isnt consistent with his timing. He tries to stay in phase with the receiver by keeping one hand on them at all times to prevent separation at the stem. Odds & lines subject to change. 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