The NFL world is starting to pay attention to Seattle Seahawks rookie cornerback Tariq Woolen.
On Wednesday, Woolen was named the NFC’s Defensive Player of the Week for his stellar performance against the Arizona Cardinals. This is separate from the Pepsi Rookie of the Week, which he and Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III are both nominated for.
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Your NFC Defensive Player of the Week! Just the beginning. pic.twitter.com/IOWpm0bM66— Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) October 19, 2022Woolen recovered a Kyler Murray fumble (forced by fellow rookie Coby Bryant) in the 3rd quarter, his second fumble recovery in as many weeks, then all but clinched the victory with a 4th quarter interception on a throw intended for Marquise Brown.