Cooper Kupp is an American football player who plays at the wide receiver position for the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL. He had a glorious college football record and also holds several NFL records as a professional.
Early Life
Cooper Kupp was born on 15th June 1993 in Yakima, Washington, USA, to his parents, Craig Kupp and Karin Kupp. He grew up with his brother, Ketner Kupp, and has been playing football since he was a kid. His father, Craig, is a former quarterback, and his brother is also signed with the LA Rams.
He grew up in a family of athletes, as his grandfather was also a football player for the University of Washington. Cooper completed his high school education at Davis High School and graduated in 2012. He later went on to attend Eastern Washington University to continue his football career and his college education.
Career
Cooper started his football career in high school, where he was part of the school team and also earned his first 4A All-State honors as a defensive back. He finished his high school career with an excellent record and went on to join Eastern Washington University in 2012.
In his freshman year of college, he set the national receiving record as well as the national freshman record for receiving 1691 touchdowns and 93 receptions. He received an honor on the All-Big Sky Conference first team and received the freshman of the year award. In his senior year of college, he broke several records and finished the season with 117 receptions.
NFL
In 2017, he entered the Senior Bowl, after which he attended the NFL Scouting. He was scouted by the Los Angeles Rams and made his debut against the Indianapolis Colts. In 2019, he maintained his form and ranked 89th in the NFL Top 100 Players. In 2020, he got injured and was placed on the reserve Covid-19 list.
Cooper Kupp created history with his 2021 season. He achieved the rare “Receiving Triple Crown” that year. Kupp led the entire league in catches, yards, and touchdowns. He was named the NFL’s Offensive Player of the Year. His performance earned him Super Bowl LVI MVP honors.
Cooper Kupp set a stunning record with 2,425 total receiving yards that season and postseason. Only the legendary Jerry Rice has matched these career achievements. Recent years have presented new challenges for him. Significant injuries affected his play after 2021.
An ankle injury in 2022 and a hamstring issue in 2023 limited his time on the field. These setbacks led to a change of scenery. The Rams released Kupp in March 2025. He signed with the Seattle Seahawks shortly after. His 2025 season showed a shift in his role.
Cooper Kupp played in all 16 regular-season games for the Seahawks. He caught 47 passes for 593 yards and scored 2 touchdowns. These numbers show he served as a reliable veteran presence. He was not the primary offensive focus anymore. Kupp also caught 5 passes for 60 yards in one playoff game.
Cooper Kupp Biography |
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| Real Name | Cooper Douglas Kupp |
| Birth Date | June 15, 1993 |
| Age (as of 2026) | 32 Years |
| Birthplace | Yakima, Washington, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Profession | Football Wide Receiver |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Sun sign | Gemini |
Physical Statistics |
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| Height | in feet inches—6’ 1”—in centimeters—185 cm |
| Weight | in Kilograms—92 kg—in Pounds—202 lbs |
| Shoe Size | 14 (U.S.) |
| Hair Color | Brown |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Body Type | Athletic |
Family |
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| Father | Craig Kupp |
| Mother | Karin Kupp |
| Sister | – |
| Brother | Ketner Kupp |
Qualification/Education |
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| School | Davis High School |
| College | Eastern Washington University |
Relationship Status |
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| Marital Status | Married |
| Who is his wife? | Anna Marie Kuop |
| Children | Two |
Personal Life
Cooper Kupp is currently married to his wife, Anna Marie Kupp. The two have been married since 2015 and also have two kids together. The couple first met in high school and dated for several years. They had their firstborn, Cooper Jameson Kupp, in July, and their daughter, Cypress Stellear Kupp, was recently born in 2021. He is known to be a Christian by religion.
Cooper Kupp Net Worth
Cooper Kupp makes his money in two ways. He has a big contract with the Seattle Seahawks. Several brand partnerships also pay him. He signed a new $45 million deal in March of 2025. That three-year contract has $26.5 million guaranteed for him.
Companies like Nike and Snickers work with him too. He also has deals with Pataday and Lexani. Cooper and his wife even run their own coffee business. They call it Dodo Coffee. His total career earnings now top $90 million. Experts guess his total net worth is about $18 million today.
Trivia
- Cooper is known to be close friends with Sam Darnold.
- He was named as a Whitecaps selection and a top 100 prospect by the Seattle Times.
- He received the Jerry Rice Award and the FCS Wide Receiver Award in 2013.
- In 2015, he became the 2nd wide receiver to be named as Big Sky Offensive MVP and won the Walter Payton Award.
- He was also named to the 2017 All-Rookie Team.
