Despite being consistently solid, Brandin Cooks remains one of the more underrated wide receivers in the National Football League. Perhaps a shift to America's favorite team, the Dallas Cowboys, brings about a change in the perception and coverage for the 29-year-old. After strong high school play, Cooks was set to join UCLA but eventually committed to Oregon State University.
After an impactful freshman year, Cooks and Markus Wheaton became one of the most feared receiving duos in college football, leading Oregon to a 6-win increment. In his junior year, however, Brandin was at his most formidable, setting Pac-12 records for receptions and receiving yards. As a result, he was awarded the Fred Biletnikoff Award, apart from being a consensus All-American. He was among the greatest receivers to come out of Oregon by the time he finished his career. A strong collegiate career saw him go to the New Orleans Saints with the 20th overall draft pick.
In his rookie season, Cooks became the youngest in 15 years to catch a touchdown pass. A broken thumb ended his rookie season. His second year saw him become a more prominent threat, leading the Saints in all major categories with a 1,000+ yard season. The next year, he set a franchise record with a 98-yard play from scrimmage. He finished another 1,000+ yard season amidst mounting frustration, leading to a trade to the New England Patriots. His one-year stint with the team saw him finish second to Rob Gronkowski in every category as the two formed a lethal duo before he was injured early in the Super Bowl and placed under concussion protocol.
The next season, he made his way over to the Los Angeles Rams where he stayed for two years. In his first year, he became the first receiver to record 1,000+ yards in three years with three different teams. He made his way to another Super Bowl but lost again, this time to his former team. Unfortunately, Brandin missed three chances to score touchdowns in the game. His next year was the worst of his career, partially due to another concussion incident. Soon after, he made his way over to the Houston Texans for a three-year run.
What is Brandin Cooks’ Height?
Brandin Cooks has a recorded height of 5 feet and 10 inches or 1.78 meters. Despite being undersized, Brandin has carved out a niche for himself in the league with consistently solid play. While his disadvantages in length have caused him to not reach the epitome of all-time greats, it hasn’t hindered him from delivering 1000+yard seasons regularly.
Brandin Tawan Cooks was born on September 25th, 1993 in Stockton, California. After spending his high school days in the region, he was poised to continue playing college and nearby UCLA, but instead chose to go to Oregon State University. A career of consistent play followed but after his worst season with the Rams, he made his way over to Houston. Over his three years in Houston, he tallied Two more 1000-yard seasons becoming the second player in NFL history to record on the season with four different teams. Moreover, he became only the third player in Texans history to record consecutive 1000-yard seasons. After a calf injury and diminished production, the Texans traded Cooks to the Dallas Cowboys.
With Dallas looking to go back to its glory days and a strong supporting cast around him, perhaps Cooks can be the missing ingredient to help the Cowboys win a Super Bowl in nearly three decades
FAQs
A. After a three-year stint with the Houston Texans, Brandin Cooks is making his way over to his 5th team in his career. The Dallas Cowboys.
A. As of August 2023, Brandin Cooks is just about to turn 30.
A. Despite making two Super Bowls, one with the New England Patriots and the other with the Los Angeles Rams, Cooks lost both times. The first time, he missed out on a large chunk of the game due to a concussion.
A. While relatively short for the wide receiver position, Brandon Cooks stands at five feet 10 inches tall.
