Quick Info
| Profession | American football wide receiver |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 22/11/2001 |
| Age | 24 years |
| Birthplace | St. Louis, Missouri, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
Latest News about Darius Cooper
04/10/2026
Darius Cooper scored two touchdowns in the Eagles' game against the Los Angeles Rams during Week 4 of the 2026 NFL season. His performance, which included a wild end-zone catch after a would-be interception, earned him the Toyota Player of the Week honor.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Darius Cooper is an American professional football wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL), wearing number 80. He is a second-year receiver who has become a regular part of the Eagles' offense in 2026. |
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| Early Life | Cooper is from Hazelwood, Missouri, and attended Hazelwood West High School. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) |
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| Weight | 210 lb (95 kg) |
| Position | Wide receiver |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Tarleton State University |
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Relationships & More
| Teammates | Jalen Hurts, Quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles |
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Career
| College Career | Played college football for the Tarleton State Texans. In 2024 he finished second in NCAA Division I receiving yards with 76 receptions for 1,450 yards and 14 touchdowns, and was a first-team FCS All-American. He switched to receiver at Tarleton State, an FCS program in Stephenville, Texas. |
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| NFL Career | Went unselected in the 2025 NFL Draft and signed with the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent. He made the Eagles' 53-man roster to begin the 2025 season. |
| Notable Moments | Scored in the Eagles' 2026 season, including a two-touchdown game against the Los Angeles Rams that earned him the Toyota Player of the Week honor for Week 4 of the 2026 season. He also caught the game-winning touchdown with nine seconds left in a 24-20 win over the Tennessee Titans in 2026. |
| College Records | Became the school's all-time receiving leader with 3,185 yards over five years at Tarleton State. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Was an undrafted rookie who made the Philadelphia Eagles' initial 53-man roster in 2025. | |
| 2. Was placed on injured reserve in September 2025 with a shoulder injury and activated in October 2025. | |
| 3. Was singled out by head coach Nick Sirianni in 2026 as one of the Eagles' 'dirty work' players who handles blocking and other unglamorous tasks. |
