Cooper Kupp

American football wide receiver, Super Bowl MVP

Cooper Kupp - American football wide receiver, Super Bowl MVP
Born

June 15th, 1993
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional American football player excelled as a wide receiver. Played for the Los Angeles Rams in the NFL. Achieved significant success during the 2021 season, leading the league in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdown receptions. Contributed to the Rams' victory in Super Bowl LVI and earned the Super Bowl MVP award. In college, played for Eastern Washington University, setting numerous records.

Led the NFL in receptions and receiving yards in 2021

Won Super Bowl MVP in Super Bowl LVI

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