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 for the Los Angeles Rams. He played college football at Eastern Washington, winning the Walter Payton Award. Drafted by the Rams in 2017, Kupp had a remarkable 2021 season, leading the NFL in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns – a feat achieved by few since the AFL-NFL merger. He was named Offensive Player of the Year and Super Bowl LVI MVP, joining Jerry Rice as the only wide receivers to accomplish both of those feats in a career.

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2005: Michael Roos Drafted

In the 2005 NFL draft, Michael Roos was drafted. Kupp would become the second highest pick in Eastern Washington's school history, only behind Roos.

2013: Record-Setting Freshman Year

In 2013, Cooper Kupp had a record-setting redshirt freshman year, establishing numerous single-season school and national receiving records at the Football Championship Subdivision Level.

2014: Continued Success in Sophomore Season

In 2014, Cooper Kupp continued his success with 104 catches for 1,431 yards and 16 touchdowns, earning multiple All-American and All-Big Sky honors.

2015: Record-Breaking Junior Season

In 2015, Cooper Kupp set a Big Sky single-season record for catches and was named the league's Offensive MVP, also winning the Walter Payton Award.

2016: Record-Breaking Final Collegiate Season

In 2016, Cooper Kupp completed his college career with 117 receptions for 1,700 yards and 17 touchdowns, establishing himself as the FCS all-time leader in receptions and receiving yards.

March 28, 2017: Participates in Eastern Washington's Pro Day

On March 28, 2017, Cooper Kupp participated in Eastern Washington's pro day, showcasing his skills for NFL scouts.

June 9, 2017: Signs with the Los Angeles Rams

On June 9, 2017, Cooper Kupp signed a four-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams.

2017: Participates in 2017 Senior Bowl

In 2017, Cooper Kupp participated in the Senior Bowl, enhancing his draft prospects.

2017: Drafted by the Los Angeles Rams

In 2017, Cooper Kupp was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams of the NFL.

2017: Rookie Season

In 2017, during his rookie season, Cooper Kupp became a full-time starter, ending the year with 62 receptions for 869 yards and five touchdowns.

January 6, 2018: First Playoff Game

On January 6, 2018, Cooper Kupp made his first career playoff appearance. He had eight receptions for 69 yards and a touchdown as the Rams lost to the Atlanta Falcons.

2019: Successful 2019 Season

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

September 12, 2020: Signs Contract Extension

On September 12, 2020, Cooper Kupp signed a three-year contract extension with the Rams for $48 million.

2020: Leads Team in Receptions and Receiving Yards

In 2020, Cooper Kupp led the Rams 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, and earning the Offensive Player of the Year Award and Super Bowl LVI MVP.

2021: Exceptional 2021 Season

In 2021, Cooper Kupp had a statistically outstanding season, beginning strongly with Matthew Stafford as quarterback.

2024: 2024 Season Performance

During the 2024 season, Cooper Kupp recorded 67 receptions for 710 yards and six touchdowns.

February 3, 2025: Rams Plan to Trade Kupp

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