Cooper DeJean
Career Summary
Iowa defensive back drafted by Philadelphia.
Cooper DeJean played defensive back and returned punts at Iowa before Philadelphia selected him in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Early Life
An Iowa native.
DeJean came from Odebolt, Iowa, and stayed in his home state to play college football for the Hawkeyes.
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College Career
Contributed in coverage and the return game.
DeJean spent three seasons at Iowa from 2021 through 2023. In 2022, he returned three interceptions for touchdowns, tying for the FBS lead.
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Path to the NFL
Selected 40th overall in 2024.
The Eagles traded up in the second round and selected DeJean with the 40th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Career Accomplishments
Recognized on defense and special teams.
DeJean earned the Big Ten Defensive Back of the Year and Return Man of the Year awards for his 2023 season. He was also a finalist for the Jim Thorpe Award.
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30699, 00-0039841, 2003-02-09, Cooper DeJean, Cooper, DeJean
MFT PLAYER RANKINGS
Current player ranking
MFT Score: 87.3
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