NE Craig Woodson
NFL safety. Position: S. Team: New England Patriots.
Quick Facts
- Position: Safety
- Team: NE (New England Patriots)
- Draft: 4th round, 2025 NFL Draft (106th overall)
- College: Cal (Berkeley)
2026 Outlook
Woodson had an impressive rookie season, earning a starting role alongside Jaylinn Hawkins and leading the Patriots defense in snap count share (93.7%). He was particularly dominant in the playoffs, recording 28 tackles and four tackles for loss across four playoff games. In his second season, he pairs with veteran pickup Kevin Byard. Woodson's versatility in coverage and strong run-defense skills should keep him as a core part of the secondary, though he has limitations in man-to-man coverage (per Patriots scouting report: Craig Woodson set the bar high as a rookie - Pats Pulpit).
Role / Depth Chart
Starting safety alongside Kevin Byard; all-purpose defender who can play close to the box, centerfield, or in split-field looks.
Injury Status
None reported.
Recent News
- 2026-05-13 — Detailed scouting breakdown: strengths, weaknesses, and second-year outlook (Patriots scouting report: Craig Woodson set the bar high as a rookie - Pats Pulpit)