Cooper DeJean is an American professional football cornerback and punt returner currently playing for the Philadelphia Eagles of 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, DeJean contributed to the team's Super Bowl LIX victory as a rookie. In that game, he secured his first career interception, returning it for a touchdown.
On February 9, 2003, Cooper DeJean was born. He later became a professional football cornerback and punt returner.
In 2020, Cooper DeJean led OABCIG to victory in the Iowa state championship game, making several impactful plays, including blocking an extra point and scoring two touchdowns in quick succession.
In 2021, Cooper DeJean played in seven games as a true freshman at Iowa, primarily on special teams, and recorded four tackles.
In 2021, Cooper DeJean was named the All-American Bowl Adidas Player of the Year, marking a significant achievement in his high school career.
In 2022, Cooper DeJean became a starter at Iowa, playing multiple positions including cornerback, cash, and punt returner. He showcased his versatility against Wisconsin with an interception returned for a touchdown and 10 tackles.
During the 2023 season, Cooper DeJean was named unanimous consensus All-American, Tatum-Woodson Big Ten Defensive Back of the Year, and Rodgers-Dwight Big Ten Return Specialist of the Year. He also suffered a leg injury in mid-November, sidelining him for the remainder of the season.
Following the 2023 season, Cooper DeJean declared for the 2024 NFL draft. He was compared to Nile Kinnick by his defensive coordinator.
In 2024, Cooper DeJean was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles with the 40th overall pick of the NFL draft.
In 2024, leading up to the NFL draft, Cooper DeJean was highly praised, with comparisons to Nile Kinnick.
In Week 6 of the 2024 season, Cooper DeJean made his first career start for the Philadelphia Eagles against the Cleveland Browns, playing at the nickelback position.
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