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USA Today
7 hours ago
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- USA Today
Eagles' training camp: Cooper DeJean is getting first-team reps at the safety position
The Eagles intend to have DeJean on the field for every defensive snap The Eagles hinted at using Cooper DeJean all over the field back in the spring. They're making good on their word as training camp kicks off at the NovaCare Complex. DeJean was seen doing individual drills with the safeties ahead of the Eagles' first practice, but the work didn't stop there. DeJean was also the starting safety in base defense in two different periods throughout practice. Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio stated during the spring that DeJean could see snaps outside and at safety to maximize his talent. If he can handle the workload along with his duties at nickel, there's a good chance DeJean will be on the field for every defensive snap in 2025. 'I'll play wherever, to be honest,' DeJean said in May. 'Wherever they put me on the football field, I'll play there. As long as I'm out there, I'll be ready to play no matter the position, whether it's corner, nickel, or safety.' DeJean logged 51 tackles (38 solo) as a rookie, including 0.5 sacks, one forced fumble, and three fumble recoveries across 16 regular-season games in 2024. DeJean's biggest and best moment came in Super Bowl LIX against the Chiefs, when he picked off Patrick Mahomes for a 38-yard interception return for a touchdown on his birthday.
USA Today
7 hours ago
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- USA Today
Eagles training camp: A.J. Brown says he's going to make Cooper DeJean an All-Pro
During the first day of Eagles training camp, star WR A.J. Brown called Cooper DeJean 'All-Pro Coop' and said he's planning to push the Eagles' cornerback this summer. The Eagles drafted Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean in the first two rounds of last April's NFL draft, and the results were championship-worthy. Philadelphia was 2-2 entering the Week 5 bye, but lost one regular-season game after DeJean was inserted into the lineup in place of Avonte Maddox. The Eagles defeated the Chiefs in Super Bowl 59, and finished the year with both Mitchell and DeJean being finalists for the AP Defensive Rookie of the Year award. With James Bradberry and Darius Slay departing, DeJean will have an even more critical role in Vic Fangio's defense this season, and he's spent the offseason working out with NFL Defensive Player of the Year Patrick Surtain. During the first day of Eagles training camp, star wide receiver let it be known that he'll be taking the Iron Sharpens Iron approach with the versatile cornerback. DeJean logged 51 tackles (38 solo) as a rookie, including 0.5 sacks, one forced fumble, and three fumble recoveries across 16 regular-season games in 2024. DeJean's biggest and best moment came in Super Bowl LIX against the Chiefs, when he picked off Patrick Mahomes for a 38-yard interception return for a touchdown on his birthday.
USA Today
5 days ago
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- USA Today
Cooper DeJean pays tribute to Super Bowl picks-6 with a custom-made suit for ring ceremony
Eagles star cornerback Cooper DeJean wore a custom-made suit highlighting his pick-6 against Patrick Mahomes at the ring ceremony. The Eagles drafted Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean in the first two rounds of last April's NFL draft, and the results were championship worthy. Philadelphia was 2-2 entering the Week 5 bye, but lost one regular-season game after DeJean was inserted into the lineup in place of Avonte Maddox. The Eagles defeated the Chiefs in Super Bowl 59, and finished the year with both Mitchell and DeJean being finalists for the AP Defensive Rookie of the Year award. With James Bradberry and Darius Slay departing, DeJean will have an even more critical role in Vic Fangio's defense this season. Philadelphia is securing its championship rings on Friday night, and DeJean wore a custom-made suit highlighting his pick-6 against Patrick Mahomes at the ring ceremony. DeJean logged 51 tackles (38 solo) as a rookie, including 0.5 sacks, one forced fumble, and three fumble recoveries across 16 regular-season games in 2024. DeJean's biggest and best moment came in Super Bowl LIX against the Chiefs, when he picked off Mahomes for a 38-yard interception return for a touchdown on his birthday.
USA Today
6 days ago
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- USA Today
Cooper DeJean is finding his way into top cornerback conversations
Cooper DeJean is well-respected among NFL executive, scouts, and coaches COOPER DEJEAN PICK TO THE HOUSE!📺: #SBLIX on FOX📱: Tubi + NFL app Cooper DeJean was the first rookie to have a pick-six in a Super Bowl since 1986. He was the highest-graded cornerback last season, according to Pro Football Focus. If he didn't replace Avonte Maddox after the bye week, would they have won a championship? DeJean's impact was felt throughout the 2024-25 season, and league circles are paying attention. ESPN released their top-10 cornerback rankings on Thursday, and while DeJean didn't crack the list, he received several votes. His fellow draftmate, Quinyoin Mitchell, was ranked ninth. Versatility and athleticism are what make DeJean a special player. Here's a breakdown of DeJean's snaps from the regular and postseason via PFF: With Darius Slay and Isaiah Rodgers departing in free agency, the Eagles want DeJean on the field as much as possible. Vic Fangio has even considered giving him more snaps outside or at safety in base packages. DeJean moved around frequently in college but never played extensively at the safety position. 'I'll play wherever, to be honest,' DeJean said in May. 'Wherever they put me on the football field, I'll play there. As long as I'm out there, I'll be ready to play no matter the position, whether it's corner, nickel, or safety.' DeJean recorded 51 tackles and six pass breakups during his rookie season, finishing fourth in Defensive Rookie of the Year voting.
Hamilton Spectator
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Defensive Player of the Year Patrick Surtain II voted NFL's top cornerback by AP
Patrick Surtain II became only the seventh cornerback to win the AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year award, doing so last season. His shutdown season also helped him earn the top cornerback spot in voting by a panel of eight AP Pro Football Writers who ranked the top five players at the position, basing selections on current status entering the 2025 season. First-place votes were worth 10 points. Second- through fifth-place votes were worth 5, 3, 2 and 1 points. Surtain received five first-place votes and three seconds. Sauce Gardner got two first-place votes, finishing second. Cooper DeJean got the other first-place vote, appearing on only one of eight ballots. Derek Stingley Jr. finished third, Trent McDuffie was fourth and DeJean placed fifth. Jaylon Johnson, Marlon Humphrey, Charvarius Ward and DJ Reed also received votes. 1. PATRICK SURTAIN II, Denver Broncos Surtain had an outstanding season, allowing just 37 receptions and recording four interceptions to earn All-Pro honors. Opposing quarterbacks had a 61.1 passer rating when targeting Surtain, who became just the second Broncos player to win the AP Defensive Player of the Year award. He received three second-place votes along with the five firsts. 2. SAUCE GARDNER, New York Jets After earning All-Pro honors his first two seasons in the NFL, Gardner had a down year by his standards. Still, he appeared on seven ballots to finish behind Surtain. Gardner has forced a league-high 46 incompletions and allowed a league-low 0.60 yards per cover snap since his rookie season. 3. DEREK STINGLEY JR., Houston Texans Stingley was a first-time All-Pro last season, emerging as one of the NFL's best cover cornerbacks. Selected one spot ahead of Gardner at No. 3 overall in the 2022 draft, Stingley had a breakout season last year. He had five interceptions and gave up 40 catches for 382 yards and four TDs. Stingley got three second-place votes and five fourths. 4. TRENT MCDUFFIE, Kansas City Chiefs McDuffie earned All-Pro honors as a slot cornerback in 2023 and was second-team All-Pro after moving back outside last season. While the Chiefs don't use McDuffie to shadow opposing receivers, he is an elite cover guy. McDuffie allowed 54 catches for 545 yards and four TDs in 2024. He received one second-place vote, two thirds, one fourth and four fifth. 5. COOPER DEJEAN, Philadelphia Eagles DeJean's first career interception was a pick-6 against Patrick Mahomes in the Super Bowl, helping the Eagles dominate the Chiefs in a 40-22 victory. A second-round pick in 2024, DeJean was a super slot cornerback for Philadelphia. He didn't allow a TD on 97 targets. ___ AP NFL:
