Cooper Kupp Injury Update, What Happened to Cooper Kupp?

Cooper Kupp, the Los Angeles Rams' star wide receiver, injured his ankle but will not need surgery and is expected to return this season.

by Aishwarya R

Updated Sep 20, 2024

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Cooper Kupp Injury Update

Cooper Kupp, the star wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams, recently injured his ankle during a game. Rams head coach Sean McVay said that while Kupp's injury is serious and will keep him out for a while, it isn’t expected to end his season and he won't need surgery. Kupp will be wearing a cast and starting his rehab this week.

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McVay isn't sure yet if Kupp will be placed on injured reserve (IR), which would keep him out for at least four games. The Rams are currently out of IR slots due to having other players already on IR, so they might find a way for Kupp to avoid this list.

In addition to Kupp's injury, the Rams are also missing another top wide receiver, Puka Nacua, who will be out for a month or two due to a knee issue. With both Kupp and Nacua sidelined, the Rams will rely on other players like Demarcus Robinson and Tyler Johnson to step up.

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Who is Cooper Kupp?

Cooper Kupp is an American football player who plays as a wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams in the NFL. He played college football at Eastern Washington, where he won the Walter Payton Award, which is given to the top player in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision.

Kupp was drafted by the Rams in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft. He had an outstanding season in 2021, leading the NFL in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns. He was named the Offensive Player of the Year and was the MVP of Super Bowl LVI, becoming only the second wide receiver ever to achieve these honors in a career.

In college, Kupp set records for the most receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns in NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision history. He also holds the NFL record for the most receiving yards combined from the regular season and playoffs, with 2,425 yards in the 2021 season.

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Details

Name

Cooper Kupp

Gender

Male

Profession

NFL Wide Receiver

Date of Birth

June 15, 1993

Place of Birth

Yakima, Washington, USA

Age

31 years old

Nationality

American

Parents

Craig Kupp (father), Karin Kupp (mother)

Marital Status

Married

Wife Name

Anna Kupp

Children

Cooper Jameson, Cypress Stellar, Solas Reign

What Happened to Cooper Kupp?

Cooper Kupp, the Los Angeles Rams' standout wide receiver, recently injured his ankle during a game. The injury is serious enough to keep him out for an extended period, but it's not expected to end his season or require surgery. He'll be wearing a cast and starting rehab to recover.

As of now, it's uncertain if he will be placed on injured reserve (IR), which would sideline him for at least four games. The Rams are currently running low on available IR slots, so they're exploring options to manage his situation.

Cooper Kupp Career

Cooper Kupp boosted his draft stock with a strong performance at the 2017 Senior Bowl and NFL Scouting Combine. The Los Angeles Rams picked him in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft. Kupp made an immediate impact in his rookie season, recording 62 catches for 869 yards and five touchdowns. He also played in his first playoff game, where he had eight receptions for 69 yards and a touchdown.

In 2018, Cooper Kupp was a starting wide receiver but suffered a knee injury that ended his season early. He returned in 2019 and had a standout year, with 94 catches for 1,161 yards and 10 touchdowns. Kupp set an NFL record for receiving yards in an international game and finished the season ranked 89th on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

In 2020, Cooper Kupp switched his jersey number to 10 and signed a $48 million contract extension with the Rams. He had a strong 2021 season, setting Rams' records with 145 receptions and 1,947 yards. Kupp played a crucial role in the playoffs, including scoring the game-winning touchdown in Super Bowl LVI, earning him Super Bowl MVP. He was ranked fourth on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2022.

In June 2022, Cooper Kupp signed a three-year, $80.1 million extension with the Rams. He had a strong start to the 2022 season but ended it early due to ankle surgery. In 2023, Kupp missed part of the season with a hamstring injury but returned to make an impact, helping the Rams reach the playoffs. He was ranked 69th on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2024.

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Cooper Kupp Net Worth

 Cooper Kupp Net Worth is $18 million. His primary source of income is his NFL salary from his contract with the Los Angeles Rams. He also earns from endorsement deals and sponsorships.

Cooper Kupp Early Life

Cooper Kupp attended Davis High School in Yakima, Washington, where he played both football and basketball. In football, he was a standout player, earning All-State honors as both a defensive back and a wide receiver. Despite his impressive high school career, he didn't receive any college football scholarship offers until after his senior season, when Eastern Washington and Idaho State made offers.

Kupp went on to play college football at Eastern Washington University. In his redshirt freshman year (2013), he made an immediate impact by setting several records for receiving yards, touchdowns, and receptions. He was named the top freshman in the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) and earned multiple All-American honors.

Over the next three seasons, Kupp continued to excel. He broke numerous FCS records, including career records for receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns. His performances earned him multiple awards, including the Walter Payton Award, given to the best player in FCS. By the end of his college career, he had set records for most career receptions and receiving yards in FCS history.

Cooper Kupp Family

Cooper Kupp was born in Yakima, Washington. His family has a strong NFL connection his grandfather, Jake Kupp, was an NFL offensive lineman, and his father, Craig Kupp, was a quarterback in the NFL. His mother Karin Kupp is always his supporter.

Cooper’s younger brother, Ketner Kupp, also played football at Eastern Washington and briefly joined the Los Angeles Rams. Cooper’s grandfather played for several NFL teams and was inducted into the New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame. Cooper is known for his strong Christian faith.

Cooper Kupp Wife and Children

Cooper Kupp's wife, Anna Kupp, plays a crucial role in supporting their family. They have been married since June 2015, after dating since high school. Anna is praised by Cooper as a dedicated and hardworking partner, managing their three sons Cooper Jameson, Cypress Stellar, and Solas Reign while he focuses on his NFL career.

Cooper often highlights Anna's essential role in their lives, especially during the football season when he’s busy with work.. Anna's support is a key factor in Cooper's professional success.

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