He's already stared down the steepest of odds and conquered them, becoming the first undrafted Eagles rookie wideout in two decades to make the 53-man roster out of training camp this season.
Darius Cooper earned that remarkable distinction - one that was last achieved by Hank Baskett back in 2006 - by way of a brilliant training camp showing.
His combination of crisp route running, trustworthy hands, and a tireless work ethic put him on the radar back in August. Big plays that showcased his athleticism in both practice and pre-season games made his snub for the draft combine all the more comical, signaling the Eagles had unearthed a gem.
And despite his unheralded stature arriving from Tarleton State - where he first switched positions to wide receiver - the small-school rookie eager to do whatever it took to make the squad emerged as a member of the 53-man squad.
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With a quiet start to his pro career once the regular season kicked off, Cooper's hard work on special teams and increased snaps operating as the team's fourth wide receiver has seen the St. Louis product gain momentum down the stretch.
His first career catch came in Week 12 action at Dallas, followed by a 19-yard grab in Week 14 versus the Chargers. A pair of receptions for 29 yards the following week against Las Vegas continued to cement him into that trustworthy fourth wideout role for Jalen Hurts to connect with on occasion. In Week 17, Cooper nabbed another short-yardage grab in the 13-12 win over the Buffalo Bills.
With Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni stating that key starters will be rested in the regular season finale against Washington, a prime opportunity for Cooper to shine presents itself. And with Tanner McKee set to operate under center, Cooper is poised to prove once again the doubters wrong and show he belongs.
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Keep an eye out for the Tarleton State alum in Week 18 - and don't be surprised when you see a McKee-to-Cooper connection resulting in an end-zone celebration.