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NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver Darius Cooper is competing for the Eagles' WR3 spot with Makai Lemon, with DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks locked in at WR1 and WR2. In the first preseason game against the Ravens, Cooper had 2 catches on 5 targets for 21 yards. He is expected to play against the Patriots on Saturday night and needs to improve on that performance to convince the Eagles' staff to consider starting him Week 1; if he fails to separate, Lemon will have a golden opportunity to claim the spot at the tail end of camp.

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NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Wide receiver competing for the Eagles' open WR3 spot with Makai Lemon. In the first preseason game against the Ravens, Cooper had 2 catches on 5 targets for 21 yards. The source questions whether he can improve on that performance and convince the Eagles' staff to start him Week 1, or if Lemon will claim the spot at the tail end of camp.

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PositiveUsageAug 22, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Cooper, an undrafted rookie who made the Eagles roster last year with a nine-catch regular season, is now battling for a roster spot in Philadelphia's remade WR room. Injuries to DeVonta Smith (hamstring), Makai Lemon (hamstring), Elijah Moore (neck), and Britain Covey (hamstring) should open the door for him to see a hefty snap share Saturday. He led the team in targets (five) and receiving yards (21) during Philadelphia's preseason opener.

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NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cooper has been the overall star of training camp but has cooled off slightly recently. The Eagles have been hesitant to give him many first-team reps, possibly wanting him to continue earning them. In the preseason opener, Cooper was targeted 5 times but caught just 2 passes for 21 yards and had a rare drop.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 21, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wilson's waiver and injury setback is a positive development for Darius Cooper, who is fighting for a roster spot at receiver. With Wilson removed from the competition, Cooper has improved depth chart positioning and opportunity.

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PositiveRoleAug 20, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cooper is described as automatic, demonstrating reliable performance in practice drills.

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PositiveUsageAug 20, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cooper caught a successful two-point conversion from Hurts, who rolled right and floated the ball back left with nice touch to get it over the defender; Cooper did a nice job of uncovering.

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PositiveUsageAug 20, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Cooper caught a successful two-point conversion from Jalen Hurts, who rolled right and floated the ball back left with nice touch to get it over a defender. The source describes Cooper as 'automatic' and notes he 'did a nice job of uncovering' on the play.

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PositiveUsageAug 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Found by Hurts along the left sideline for first down yardage; had a nice release to get open for a short catch and then also caught a deep pass from Hurts; had a double move on Kobee Minor in 1-on-1 drills.

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PositiveRoleAug 19, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Cooper had a nice release to get open for a short catch and also caught a deep pass from Hurts along the left sideline for first down yardage, demonstrating his ability to create separation and make plays.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 19, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Cooper has had an outstanding camp and is close to a lock for the final roster, having significantly out-played Hollywood Brown and Elijah Moore despite being on a minimum-wage deal with no guarantees. The source notes Cooper 'has had an outstanding camp and I feel like he's close to a lock' and that 'with Lemon sidelined the last two weeks, Cooper and Moore in particular have had strong camps and both deserve to be on the roster.' However, he could use a good showing against the Patriots after being 'up and down vs the Ravens' in the preseason opener.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Darius Cooper has had an outstanding camp and is close to a lock to make the Eagles' 53-man roster. Cooper has out-played Hollywood Brown by a wide margin and is more likely to be kept on the roster than Elijah Moore because Moore is more likely to clear waivers. However, Cooper has only nine career catches, so his roster spot is based on camp performance rather than proven NFL production.

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PositiveRoleAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Darius Cooper is one of two players (along with Dontayvion Wicks) who have taken the most advantage of reps this summer with A.J. Brown traded away. Hurts noted the value of these reps for other receivers.

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PositiveRoleAug 17, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Wide receiver Darius Cooper was hit by Jalen Hurts over the middle with good timing on the first rep of 7-on-7, showing early positive involvement in the offense.

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PositiveUsageAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver Darius Cooper was hit by quarterback Jalen Hurts over the middle with good timing on the first rep of 7-on-7 drills.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 17, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Darius Cooper was among the first three receivers on the field for the Eagles in preseason week 1, alongside Hollywood Brown and Elijah Moore.

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NegativeUsageAug 17, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Darius Cooper led the Eagles in receiving with 21 yards and played a lot in the preseason game despite the source's expectation that the team would preserve him given they've already seen enough to believe he deserves playing time. He dropped a would-be first down conversion.

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NegativeRoleAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Despite the source's expectation that the Eagles would rest Cooper to preserve him given they've already seen enough to believe he deserves playing time, he played a lot in the preseason game. He led the Eagles in receiving with only 21 yards and dropped a would-be first down conversion.

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NegativeUsageAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Darius Cooper dropped a pass from Andy Dalton that should have resulted in a first down, contributing to the Eagles' offensive struggles in the preseason game against Baltimore. The source identifies this as one of several execution failures that plagued the offense.

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NegativeUsageAug 16, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cooper led the Eagles with 2 catches for 21 yards, the longest being for 13 yards, but also had a Dalton pass go through his hands in the first quarter.

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NegativeUsageAug 16, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

WR Darius Cooper led the Eagles with 2 catches for 21 yards in the preseason game, with the longest reception being 13 yards. However, he also had a pass from Andy Dalton go through his hands in the first quarter, indicating some inconsistency in execution.

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NegativeUsageAug 16, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Darius Cooper dropped a pass that led to the Eagles having a third straight three-and-out, described as a bad drive-ending drop. Later, he caught a McKee pass over the middle to give the Eagles their first first down of the night. He was also targeted on a play where McKee sailed a pass over his head on 3rd-and-8 for yet another three-and-out.

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NegativeUsageAug 16, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Cooper dropped a pass that led to the Eagles having a third straight three-and-out. Later, he caught a McKee pass over the middle for the Eagles' first first down of the night, but also had a pass sailed over his head by McKee on 3rd-and-8 for another three-and-out.

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NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cooper played in the preseason game and the source believes he deserves to play more than Makai Lemon. However, Cooper also dropped a pass that would have been a first down for Andy Dalton, showing inconsistency despite being normally reliable.

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NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Darius Cooper is featured in Eagles training camp photography as a wide receiver on the roster, indicating his presence in the 2026 preseason preparation.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Second-year UDFA from Tarleton State has been consistently great throughout summer training camp; has likely already locked up a roster spot and is now pushing for regular-season playing time with strong continued performance.

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PositiveUsageAug 14, 2026Hogs Haven

Cooper has received a larger target share and more reps during Eagles training camp due to injuries to DeVonta Smith and Makai Lemon, allowing him to develop chemistry with Jalen Hurts.

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PositiveUsageAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Eagles wide receiver has received a larger target share and more reps during training camp due to injuries to DeVonta Smith and Makai Lemon, allowing him to develop chemistry with Jalen Hurts.

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NegativeRoleAug 14, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Cooper is an unproven receiver in the Eagles' new receiver corps who needs preseason action to develop chemistry and trust with Jalen Hurts; the source argues that giving Hurts preseason time to gain trust in Cooper is 'a risk worth taking' given the volume of changes in the offense and the absence of first-round pick Makai Lemon due to hamstring injury.

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PositiveRoleAug 14, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Head coach Nick Sirianni highlighted Darius Cooper's strong camp performance, emphasizing his consistency on a daily basis and elite hands. Sirianni noted Cooper has made really good catches and is tough, expressing satisfaction with his progress: "He's done a good job being consistent on a daily basis. And he makes some really good catches, really elite hands, and we know he's tough and things that he can do. But I've been pleased with where he is." Sirianni acknowledged it's still early in the roster evaluation at wide receiver but Cooper's camp performance has been notable.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cooper, a second-year UDFA out of Tarleton State, has been the best and most consistent receiver in training camp. He has been great this summer and has clearly earned Hurts' respect, with the two building a connection. Cooper is pushing for a real role on the Eagles' offense and ranked first among receivers in camp performance (excluding Smith and Lemon).

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PositiveSleeperAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cooper is a former undrafted free agent out of FCS school Tarleton State who made the Eagles' 53-man roster as a rookie last year and has emerged as a potential league-winner sleeper heading into 2026. He competes with a chip on his shoulder as a UDFA and has shown that mentality throughout training camp. His preseason performance a year ago (6 catches for 82 yards and a touchdown in the preseason opener) and his consistent work ethic have made him a fan favorite in Philadelphia despite his low profile. The source notes that "Based on his story and his success, Cooper has become a bit of a fan favorite in Philly."

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PositiveRoleAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cooper finished fourth in snaps among Eagles receivers last season behind DeVonta Smith, A.J. Brown, and Jahan Dotson, playing in 13 games with 9 catches for 92 yards despite a shoulder injury. With the Eagles' receiver room undergoing a major makeover since the end of 2025, Cooper is in line for an expanded role in 2026. DeVonta Smith will remain the top receiver and trade acquisition Dontayvion Wicks is likely to begin the season as WR2, with rookie Makai Lemon eventually seeing the field. However, Lemon has missed valuable time, and there might be extra snaps early in the season available to Cooper. Through the first 11 days of training camp, Cooper has been the Eagles' most consistent wideout, outperforming veterans Hollywood Brown, Elijah Moore, and Johnny Wilson.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cooper is having an excellent training camp in Year 2 and has become a trusted receiver for Jalen Hurts after stepping in admirably during DeVonta Smith and Makai Lemon's hamstring injuries. Hurts praised Cooper unprompted in an NFL Network interview, noting his strong hands, deep-ball ability from his FCS background, hunger, and diligence. Over 11 practices, Cooper has shown ability to make routine and spectacular catches. Head coach Nick Sirianni highlighted Cooper's elite hands, toughness, and consistency on a daily basis, saying "He makes some really good catches. Really elite hands." Cornerback Riq Woolen and safety Drew Mukuba both praised his work ethic and growth from Year 1 to Year 2.

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PositiveRoleAug 13, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Cooper has had a great camp and is getting post-practice media availability at the podium, as opposed to the off-camera 'mixed zone' area typically reserved for non-big name players, suggesting elevated status. However, he wasn't getting as much first-team run today with Dontayvion Wicks, Hollywood Brown, and Elijah Moore mostly ahead of him. Nick Sirianni grouped Cooper with Johnny Wilson as 'dirty work' role guys back in June, but when asked if Cooper has earned playing time on offense after his standout summer, the implication is that he may be earning more opportunities.

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PositiveRoleAug 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cooper has had a great camp; Nick Sirianni grouped him with Johnny Wilson as a 'dirty work' role guy back in June, but when asked if Cooper has earned playing time on offense after his standout summer, Sirianni's response suggests he may be earning more opportunities. Cooper's post-practice media availability took place at the podium rather than the off-camera 'mixed zone' area typically reserved for non-big name players.

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PositiveRoleAug 13, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

WR Darius Cooper has had a strong summer and leapfrogged rookie Makai Lemon on the depth chart. Cooper has made the most of extra reps, developed chemistry with Jalen Hurts, grown comfortable in the new offense, earned coach trust, and made consistent plays. The source notes he hasn't missed a rep and suggests he is now ahead in the WR rotation.

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PositiveRoleAug 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cooper has made the most of extra reps during Makai Lemon's injury absence, developing chemistry with Jalen Hurts, growing comfortable in the new offense, earning coach trust, and making play after play; he has been outstanding and hasn't missed a rep all camp.

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PositiveRoleAug 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Darius Cooper has made the most of extra reps during Makai Lemon's injury absence. He's developed chemistry with Jalen Hurts, grown comfortable in the new offense, earned the trust of his coaches, and made play after play. He hasn't missed a rep and has been outstanding, leapfrogging Lemon on the depth chart.

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PositiveRoleAug 12, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Darius Cooper had a strong summer in camp and is in consideration for starting wide receiver reps alongside Elijah Moore, potentially ahead of Makai Lemon. Additionally, Cooper was notably getting reps as a kick returner on Tuesday.

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