Cooper DeJean is an American football cornerback and punt returner currently playing for the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL. He achieved unanimous All-American status in 2023 while playing college football for the Iowa Hawkeyes. Drafted by the Eagles in the second round of the 2024 NFL draft, he made an immediate impact, contributing to their Super Bowl LIX victory. In that Super Bowl game, he made a significant play by returning his first career interception for a touchdown.
In 1947, Steve Van Buren scored a touchdown in a championship game on his birthday, a feat later matched by Cooper DeJean.
On February 9, 2003, Cooper Michael DeJean was born. He would later become a professional football cornerback and punt returner.
In 2020, DeJean led OABCIG to victory in the Iowa state championship game with impactful plays, including blocking an extra point and scoring two touchdowns in quick succession.
In 2021, DeJean was named the All-American Bowl Adidas Player of the Year for his performance in high school football.
In 2021, as a true freshman at Iowa, DeJean played in seven games, primarily on special teams, and recorded four tackles.
In 2022, DeJean became a starter for the Iowa Hawkeyes, playing multiple positions, including cornerback, cash, and punt returner. He was named the MVP of the 2022 Music City Bowl.
During the 2023 season, DeJean was a crucial part of Iowa's team, excelling on special teams and defense. He earned unanimous consensus All-American honors and was named the Tatum-Woodson Big Ten Defensive Back of the Year and Rodgers-Dwight Big Ten Return Specialist of the Year.
In 2023, Cooper DeJean received unanimous All-American honors for his performance in college football at Iowa.
In 2023, DeJean played for Iowa and after the season, Iowa defensive coordinator Phil Parker compared him to Nile Kinnick.
In 2024, Cooper DeJean was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round of the NFL draft.
In 2024, DeJean declared for the NFL draft following the 2023 season.
In 2024, DeJean made his first career start in Week 6 against the Cleveland Browns and was named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team.
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