[10] He became a starter his sophomore year in 2022. But a life of sports was how he was raised. A reporter then asked sort of jokingly if Iowa mens basketball coach Fran McCaffery had asked DeJean to walk-on in response to his dunking prowess. Iowas You are using an out of date browser. But dont let that fool you as they both are also highly competitive. DeJean had the fastest 100-yard dash of any runner in the state during his senior year. Web Lago lets developers and business teams iterate and expand on their pricing with unparalleled simplicity, composability and extensibility They are DeJean certainly deserves every bit of praise he has received as a Hawkeye. 27. Let us know your thoughts, comment on this story below. His dad was a basketball player at Huron University in South Dakota while his mom, Katie, was a softball player at both Briar Cliff and Huron University. He was also a heck of a baseball player in high school, his dad said. scored winning touchdown in final minutes of state title game as a senior . 15, 2023 12:43 pm2d ago, Jeff Johnson Minor League Sports Apr. Draft Eligibility: 2024. scored winning touchdown in final minutes of state title game as a senior . Carter Erickson #22. Cooper DeJean (6'1", 200lbs) Will Star at Safety/Cash. He also has two younger brothers Beckett, 15, and Jaxx, 12 who play every sport, which keeps the family busy. . Has the ability to cover quickness underneath. . IOWA CITY A highlight video from this past November shows Iowa commit Cooper DeJean at quarterback for OABCIG High School in Ida Grove, dodging tackles as he bounces to the left. (81%*), 209 College Football NetworkAll Rights Reserved. DeJeans football story is a reflection of his life. . DB Koen Entringer Ypsilanti, Mich. / Walled Lake Western / Josef Smith 40. Very good in run support, an aggressive tackler, and capable of breaking down and securing tackles in space. NFL teams are going to test him deep early on, and hell also be prone to flags since hes grabby downfield. LB Josef Smith 14, 2023 4:01 pm3d ago, Jeff Johnson Minor League Sports Apr. Hes explosive, agile, intelligent, and versatile to boot. Nov 14, 2022. He led Iowa with five interceptions last season, and with three pick-sixes and eight pass break-ups. . Prospect: Cooper DeJean Status: SI All-American candidate Vitals: 6-foot-2, 200 pounds Position: Quarterback/Defensive Back School: Battle Creek-Ida Grove (Iowa) . Reggie Roby Special Teams Award, overall . I think at that point he just wanted the ball in his hands at the end of the game.. Can they even take anyone in the portal in the spring without someone else departing? Behind a clean day from Joe Labas and a remarkable performance from game MVP Cooper DeJean, the Hawkeyes finish with an 8-5 mark. He knew there was a special talent to him when he played receiver as a sophomore. holds school records for pass completions and passing yards in a season, career passing yards and passing touchdowns, receptions in a game, receptions and receiving yards in a season, touchdown receptions in a career, and total yards in a season . Beat me to it! Cameo by Cade, chemistry looking good between QB1 and his teammates. Personal Born 2/9/03 in Sioux Falls, S.D. The Iowa Hawkeyes sophomore cornerback has done nothing but take over games and excel through the first four weeks . Sometimes, hed punt, if the team had to. Gaven Cooke #19. Draft Profile: Bio. Reggie Bracy #7. 10,545. Cade knows that that group of guys in the secondary is going to likely gift him a bunch of short . as a junior completed 236-of-396 pass attempts for 3,546 yards and 42 touchdowns, with 16 interceptions, while rushing 134 times for 1,292 yards and 24 touchdowns and collecting 34 tackles and five interceptions . Pat HartyFollow @PatHarty Cooper DeJean, Kaevon Merriweather, Xavier Nwankpa April 13, 2023. first-team all-state and all-district as a sophomore . started at cornerback in 54-10 loss at #2 Ohio State . . IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) Cooper DeJean returned an interception for a touchdown and set up In a two minute span, DeJean recorded two tackles, returned a punt After spending the spring at corner on the depth chart, hes taken Sebastian Castros role on the depth chart as cash/backup strong safety. Through three quarters, DeJean was outgaining the Hawkeye offense. . Campbell, however, wouldn't allow that to happen. . Our first week, we all went and shot some hoops. . WebCooper DeJean School: Iowa Position: DB 6-1 , 203lb (185cm, 92kg) 3 Cooper DeJean Overview Game Logs 2022 2021 Career Splits 2022 2021 Career On this page: Defense & Published: Nov. 12, 2022 at 6:12 PM PST. DeJean seems unfazed by his rise to stardom. career best in punt returns, with four returns for 81 yards, including a 41-yard return that led to Iowas final touchdown . But I appreciate that compliment.. If they want me there, Ill play anywhere they put me.. Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell set the tone for his team this Saturday against Purdue. I like talking about our team and not myself.. It's going to be lonely on DeJean Island next season. . . Web0:00 / 6:00 Cooper DeJean INSANE ATHLETE FROM IOWA!! Historically holding over 98K, Built with Forward & Backward Compatibility. From Major Media Outlets to NFL Team Personnel. Koen Entringer #4. But if DeJean was old enough, he would not need to buy a drink in Iowa City OABCIG's Cooper DeJean (1) scrambles from Sigourny-Keota's Zach Smithart (75) during a Class 1A semifinal high school state football game at the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls on Nov. 14. Cooper DeJean at Cash. . He said hes the worst driver. Upon hearing that, a member of the media said, of course., I was ahead for a little bit, but he caught me, Nwankpa said. . WebEnter the email address you signed up with and we'll email you a reset link. WebBaker McKenzie has one of the largest international tax groups in France for a business law firm. high school coach was Larry Allen. started at outside linebacker in 9-6 loss at Illinois . Finally, a few months ago, he got pulled over.. What's his 2022 outlook at Iowa? recorded third touchdown of the season with a 14-yard interception return in the second quarter . Hes within Van Meters 20-yard-line and just when one might think hell go down he cuts to the right, bodies flailing and dropping to the ground as he gallops and accelerates to the right. . [lower-alpha 1] Sapfo dipiwanoh dina lirik puisina, nu ditulis pikeun ditembangkeun bari dipirig ku musik/gamelan. After the pass went awry and was incomplete, defensive back Cooper DeJean attempted to help up a Purdue wide receiver. Following his blockers along the outer edge, DeJean easily strides to the end zone, his arm with the ball outstretched in his right hand. . During his senior year, DeJean completed 199 of 331 pass attempts for 3,447 yards and 35 touchdowns, rushing 131 times for 1,235 more yards with another 24 . But the problem is that DeJean doesnt track the ball downfield, and he seems to lack the ball skills to break up plays. Fans would like for DeJean to become a two-way player, thinking that his skill as a receiver could help Iowas sputtering offense. The firm offers a whole range of top level expertise, embracing corporate and M&A tax, transfer pricing, litigation, real estate tax, VAT and patrimonial tax. . A former five-star recruit in high school, Nwankpa played mostly on special teams last season, but then he made his first career start in the Music City Bowl and matched DeJean by recording a pick-six. DeJean attended OABCIG High School in Ida Grove, Iowa. He can hit it a long ways.. . PFF names Cooper as 5th best returning cornerback, (NEW STORY) 2024 Three-Star Recruit Receives Dual Football Offer, 2nd Annual HawkswithHeart Public Football Signing Event. mesurer votre utilisation de nos sites et applications. also rushed 131 times for 1,235 yards and 24 touchdowns and recorded 53.5 tackles and three interceptions on defense . . Projection calls for some imagination due to limited experience and competition level. Previous School (s): n/a. . Privacy Policy parents are Katie and Jason DeJean . Dallas Craddieth #15. started at outside linebacker in 10-7 loss to Iowa State . but . DeJean can move well laterally and shows excellent instincts when looking into the backfield in zone coverage. . Overall player No. named second-team All-Big Ten by league coaches . . . one kickoff return for 20 yards at Wisconsin . 2022 Honors Music City Bowl Most Valuable Player . Home / Sports / Iowa Hawkeyes / Iowa Football, 4-star recruit was a star in every position, every sport in high school, Apr. Web1 Cooper DeJean - Sophomore Highlights 2 Kirk Ferentz on what Cooper DeJean has shown him at the CASH 3 Iowa DB Cooper DeJean on his movement in the secondary H.S. DeJean has the fluidity and change-of-direction ability to mirror quicker receivers underneath. Good speed. Thats when they knew their team could be special. DeJean is always polite and patient when meeting with the media, as was the case again on Thursday. Nwankpa seems similar in some ways to DeJean in that he is also soft-spoken and a team-first quy. 17, 2023 4:31 pm13h ago, High School Track and Field Apr. On the field, seemingly every position he touches turns to gold. . . Add john.steppe@thegazette.comto your contacts. team posted four-year record of 38-6, including 25-0 mark in final two seasons . . WebIOWA CITY Cooper DeJean feared he missed the moment. . The open spring practice is here this weekend! . A first started at cornerback in 13-10 win at Minnesota . . seven solo tackles at Minnesota, including one tackle for loss . Cooper DeJean scored on a 45-yard interception return and Keavon Merriweather returned a fumble 30 yards for another first-half touchdown as Iowa rode its . team posted four-year record of 38-6, including 25-0 mark in final two seasons . It may not display this or other websites correctly. Terms Of Service, Campbell Named B1G Defensive Player of the Year, Henry B. and Patricia B. Tippie Director of Athletics Chair, ISAAC - Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, UI Football Autograph Policy and Procedures. . When he goes to Iowa, DeJean will have the chance to focus on one side of the ball, one position group, one team. named first-team All-Big Ten by league media . . . . You must log in or register to reply here. . saw action in 42-3 loss to #2 Michigan, recording one solo tackle . We just had a bunch of guys at the rec center and I was throwing a couple dunks down, but theres other guys that can do that, too, DeJean said. Career Four-year football letterman as quarterback and defensive back . The Falcons coasted to a 33-26 victory for their second state title under the DeJean regime. And he excelled as a punt returner, averaging a whopping 16.5 yards on 10 returns. DeJean has great size and density at 61, 209 pounds, and his five picks, three pick-sixes, and eight deflections in 2022 highlight his game-changing potential. . Class 2A long jump (23-7.5) and 100-meter dash (11.16) state champion as a senior, while placing second in the 200-meter dash (22.12) and running a leg on 400-meter relay state championship unit. . Defensive back Cooper DeJean was injured on Nebraskas first drive of the game and ruled out. first career interception vs. ISU, while also collecting two pass break-ups . High-effort player. Against Wisconsin, DeJean showcased his versatility, intercepting a Graham Mertz pass and returning it 32 yards for a touchdown, recording 10 tackles, forcing a fumble, downing a punt on the one yardline, and returning four punts for 82 yards, setting up a short Iowa touchdown drive. He was quickly stopped by teammate star linebacker and defensive . However, little is known about the molecular mechanisms that accompany the neurodegeneration of olfactory structures in aged Tg2576 mice. . DeJean grew up the son of two former collegiate athletes. . earned first-team all-state and all-district honors as a senior . [5] In the state title game, DeJean made several impact plays as OABCIG defeated Van Meter. Explosive as a leaper. 5 things to watch with the Iowa Hawkeyes' offense in Saturday's open spring practice, 2024 3-star RB Brevin Doll commits to the Iowa Hawkeyes, Best photos of the Iowa Hawkeyes' first-round NFL draft selections under Kirk Ferentz, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. And while DeJean already has achieved stardom as a Hawkeye, sophomore strong safety Xavier Nwankpa is knocking on the door of stardom. . one of five sophomores named to 2022 Player Council. . Plays well above the rim. 113. DeJean said Beckett, who is next in line at quarterback for OABCIG, will soon have to make the same decision he did about his future, but might prefer basketball. McNamara has even lobbied for DeJean to play some on offense. IDA You will begin to receive our Weekly Hawkeye updates. led prep team to back-to-back state championships as a junior and senior after making the playoffs as a sophomore . With three interceptions through four games, a myriad of big hits, and plenty of disruptions in the passing game for opponents, DeJean is the highest graded cornerback in the entire country through the first four games per Pro Football Focus. Knop always felt the two were the best athletes in the area, and that was back when DeJean played running back. . started at cornerback in 24-3 win at Purdue as offense allowed just 87 net rushing yards and 255 yards total offense . Per the Iowa Hawkeyes official site, here is DeJeans offensive background: Holds school records for pass completions and passing yards in a season, career passing yards and passing touchdowns, receptions in a game, receptions and receiving yards in a season, touchdown receptions in a career, and total yards in a season . . Its almost a natural reaction for him to deflect the attention, sometimes he even deflects the attention to his parents, Katie and Jason DeJean. 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