The Detroit Lions could be exploring a major defensive shake-up after rookie cornerback Terrion Arnold has endured a rocky start to the 2025 season. According to multiple reports, Detroit may be eyeing Seattle Seahawks cornerback Riq Woolen as a potential trade target to stabilize the secondary.
Arnold, the Lions’ highly-touted first-round pick, has shown flashes of potential but has also struggled with consistency and penalties in key moments. His early-season hiccups have put pressure on Detroit’s defensive unit, which faces another slate of elite quarterbacks in the coming weeks.
Meanwhile, Woolen — a former Pro Bowler known for his elite speed and size — could bring immediate help to a Lions defense trying to solidify its back end. With the team’s NFC title aspirations clear, adding a proven playmaker like Woolen might be the move that keeps Detroit’s championship hopes on track.
Head coach Dan Campbell has remained supportive of Arnold but hasn’t ruled out roster upgrades, emphasizing that “competition only makes the team stronger.” If the Lions make a move for Woolen, it would signal that this franchise is fully locked in on winning now — and not waiting for their young corner to find his footing.
Dan Campbell’s Dilemma: Terrion Arnold’s Woes May Force Lions to Chase Riq Woolen
