NFL Analyst Evaluates Impact of Riq Woolen's Departure on Defense

As the defense prepares for the 2026 season, NFL analysts are examining how the loss of Riq Woolen will affect the unit's "multiplicity" and overall scheme. Woolen, who is moving on to a new team, leaves a void that Mike Macdonald's defense must address with new faces. The transition highlights the challenges of maintaining defensive flexibility while replacing key outgoing players. The analysis focuses on how the secondary will adapt to the personnel changes during the upcoming campaign.