Amari Cooper's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Amari Cooper. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Amari Cooper is a prominent American football wide receiver, currently a free agent. He achieved significant success at the University of Alabama, culminating in the Biletnikoff Award and unanimous All-American recognition in 2014. Entering the 2015 NFL draft as a highly touted prospect, the Oakland Raiders selected him fourth overall, marking the beginning of his professional career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1965: First 200+ Yard Game Since 1965

In 2017, Amari Cooper had 210 receiving yards, the first 200+ yard game in franchise history since 1965.

2013: BCS National Championship Win

In 2013, Amari Cooper won the BCS National Championship game with Alabama over Notre Dame. Cooper led all Alabama receivers with six catches for 105 yards and two touchdowns.

2014: Biletnikoff Award and All-American Honors

In 2014, Amari Cooper, playing college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide, won the Biletnikoff Award as the nation's top receiver and earned unanimous All-American honors.

2014: Record-Breaking Junior Season

In 2014, as a junior, Amari Cooper set numerous single-season and career records for Alabama, including 124 receptions for 1,727 yards and 16 touchdowns. He won the Biletnikoff Award and was named a unanimous All-American.

November 8, 2015: Broke Rookie Receptions Record

On November 8, 2015, Amari Cooper broke Tim Brown's record for rookie receptions with the Oakland Raiders, during a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

December 20, 2015: Reached 1,000 Receiving Yards

On December 20, 2015, Amari Cooper became the first rookie in Oakland Raiders franchise history to reach 1,000 receiving yards in a season.

December 22, 2015: Selected as Pro Bowl Alternate

On December 22, 2015, Amari Cooper was selected as an alternate for the Pro Bowl, replacing Brandon Marshall.

December 20, 2016: Named to Second Pro Bowl

On December 20, 2016, Amari Cooper was named to his second consecutive Pro Bowl.

2017: Ranked in NFL Top 100

In 2017, Amari Cooper was ranked 53rd by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

2018: Performance with Cowboys

In 2018, Amari Cooper had a strong performance with the Dallas Cowboys, including a game with 217 yards and three touchdowns against the Philadelphia Eagles. He earned his third Pro Bowl nomination.

January 21, 2019: Added to Pro Bowl Roster

On January 21, 2019, Amari Cooper was added to the NFC Pro Bowl roster as an injury replacement.

2019: Season Performance

Amari Cooper finished the 2019 season with 79 receptions for 1,189 yards and eight touchdowns.

2019: Pro Bowl Season

In 2019, Amari Cooper had a strong season, including a game with 226 receiving yards, and was named to his fourth Pro Bowl.

2020: Another 1,000 Yard Season

In 2020, Amari Cooper achieved successive 1,000-yard season.

2020: NFL Top 100 Players

In 2020, Amari Cooper was ranked 49th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players.

December 24, 2023: Career-High Receiving Yards and Browns Record

On December 24, 2023, Cooper achieved a career-high of 265 receiving yards against the Houston Texans, breaking the Browns' single-game receiving record. He became the second player in NFL history with 200+ yard games for three teams. He was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week.