Omar Cooper Jr. Scouting Report

Omar Cooper Jr. is a tough, alignment-versatile receiver who is a savvy route runner and has strong hands that can be relied on to be a high-end performer in clutch moments.

Draft Grade: Round 2 - Winning Starter

Strengths:

Route Running: Cooper is a versatile and knowledgeable route runner who understands the art of getting open. He effectively mixes the tempo of his release and the speed of his routes to uncover from defenders. Cooper understands that the details of route running matter and utilizes every small movement to sell defenders on false steps to create separation.

Catching: Throughout his career, Cooper has proven to have strong, reliable hands. He does an excellent job of tracking the football in high-traffic areas and making difficult catches, often going up and over defenders to secure the ball. Cooper possesses good body control and can adjust to the football while in the air to give himself the best opportunity to complete the play.

Versatility: While Cooper appeared most productive from the slot position in 2025, his measurements of 6'0" and 199 lbs hit the size threshold to also function as an outside receiver in various NFL schemes. Throughout his collegiate career, he has been a "movement piece" for the offense, successfully lining up in multiple spots to create mismatches.

RAC Ability: Cooper thrives in Run-After-Catch (RAC) situations. He possesses good lower-body thickness and balance, allowing him to run through arm tackles and bounce off defenders to pick up extra yardage. He also has an element of quickness that allows him to make defenders miss in space before getting vertical. Cooper is a prime candidate for handoffs, screens, and jet-motion plays to get the ball in his hands and let him create.

Concerns:

In-Game Speed: Cooper tested at the combine with a 4.42 40-yard dash, which is a strong time. However, in comparison to the film, it appears that Cooper struggles to separate vertically against high-end defensive backs. His production as a receiver comes primarily from working short and intermediate routes and serving as a run-after-catch option.

Consistent Separation: Cooper appears at times to lack explosiveness in and out of his breaks, which results in him failing to create separation from defenders, especially in man-to-man situations. He could benefit from making an intentional effort to explode out of his breaks as he prepares to face the more athletic and disciplined defensive backs found in the NFL.