Career Timeline of Cooper Kupp: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Cooper Kupp, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Cooper Kupp is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Los Angeles Rams. He had an outstanding college career at Eastern Washington, winning the Walter Payton Award. Drafted by the Rams in 2017, Kupp experienced a breakout season in 2021, leading the NFL in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns, an achievement matched by only a few players since the AFL-NFL merger. He was named Offensive Player of the Year and earned the Super Bowl LVI MVP award, solidifying his place among the elite wide receivers in NFL history.

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2012: Joined Eastern Washington University

In 2012, Kupp joined Eastern Washington University and redshirted his first year, later earning the Offensive Scout Team Player of the Year award.

2013: Record-Setting Freshman Season

In 2013, during his redshirt freshman year, Kupp set numerous single-season school and national receiving records at the Football Championship Subdivision Level, including national freshman records for receiving yards (1,691), total touchdown catches (21), consecutive games with a touchdown catch (14), and receptions (93).

November 30, 2015: Decision to Return for Senior Season

On November 30, 2015, Kupp announced his decision to return for his senior season, delaying entry into the 2016 NFL draft.

2015: Record-Breaking Season

In 2015, Kupp set a Big Sky single-season record with 114 catches, earning him the league's Offensive Most Valuable Player award and the Walter Payton Award.

2016: Record-Breaking College Career

In 2016, Kupp finished his college career with 428 receptions and 6,464 yards, both FCS records, and 73 receiving touchdowns, also an FCS record.

March 28, 2017: Eastern Washington Pro Day

On March 28, 2017, Kupp participated in Eastern Washington's pro day, showcasing his skills to NFL scouts and improving his draft stock.

June 9, 2017: Signed with the Los Angeles Rams

On June 9, 2017, Kupp signed a four-year, $3.83 million contract with the Los Angeles Rams, including a $954,760 signing bonus.

2017: Rookie Season

During his rookie season in 2017, Kupp became a key receiver for the Rams, finishing with 62 receptions for 869 yards and five touchdowns.

2017: Drafted by the Los Angeles Rams

In 2017, Cooper Kupp was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in the third round of the NFL draft.

2017: Participated in Senior Bowl

In 2017, Kupp participated in the Senior Bowl, making two receptions for 14 yards, enhancing his draft prospects.

January 6, 2018: First Playoff Game

On January 6, 2018, Kupp played in his first career playoff game, recording eight receptions for 69 yards and a touchdown in a loss to the Atlanta Falcons.

2019: Successful 2019 Season

In 2019, Kupp had a successful season with 94 receptions for 1,161 yards and 10 touchdowns, leading the Rams in all receiving categories.

September 12, 2020: Contract Extension

On September 12, 2020, Kupp signed a three-year, $48 million contract extension with the Rams, which included $35.1 million guaranteed.

2020: 2020 Season Summary

In the 2020 season, Kupp recorded 92 receptions for 974 yards and three touchdowns, leading the team in receptions and receiving yards.

2021: Breakout Season

In 2021, Cooper Kupp had a breakout season, leading the league in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns, earning the Offensive Player of the Year Award and Super Bowl LVI MVP.

2021: Record-Breaking Season and Honors

In 2021, Kupp set numerous franchise records, earned Pro Bowl and First-team All-Pro honors, and won the receiving triple crown, leading the league in receptions, receiving touchdowns, and receiving yards.

2021: Record Performance

The 2021 season saw Kupp have one of the greatest statistical receiving seasons in NFL history. He started the season strong and helped the Rams to a 12-5 season.

June 9, 2022: Contract Extension with Rams

On June 9, 2022, Cooper Kupp signed a three-year, $80.1 million contract extension with the Rams, including a $20 million signing bonus and $75 million guaranteed, keeping him with the team through 2026.

February 3, 2025: Rams to Trade Kupp

On February 3, 2025, Cooper Kupp was informed by the Rams' front office that he was not in their future plans and they intended to trade him in the 2025 offseason.