Amari Cooper Bio: Career & Net Worth

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Amari Cooper is an NFL player who currently plays for the Cleveland Browns. The wide receiver played college football at Alabama.

He was born in Miami, Florida, United States. 

In his early years, he missed many seasons as a junior in high school because of injury. He was drafted by the Oakland Raiders in the first round with the fourth overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft.

He was traded to the Cleveland Browns in exchange for a fifth-round pick and a swap of sixth-round picks in the 2022 NFL Draft.

Wide Receiver Amari Cooper
Wide Receiver Amari Cooper (Source: Twitter)

Besides that, Cooper is in a relationship with Destiny Jones. However, he hasn’t shared much detail about his relationship. 

Moreover, according to the reports, he has a net worth of $12 million.

Without wasting any more of your time, here are some facts on the wide receiver.

Amari Cooper | Quick Facts 

Full Name Amari Cooper
Known As Amari Cooper
Birth Date June 17, 1994
Age 30 Years Old
Place of Birth Miami, Florida
Country United States
Profession NFL Wide Receiver
Horoscope Gemini
Nationality American
Father’s Name Terrance Cooper
Mother’s Name Michelle Cooper
Siblings Airrika Cooper, Avery Cooper, Aspen Cooper, Ashley Cooper 
High School Miami Northwestern High School
College Alabama University 
Height 6 ft. 1 in/1.85 m/185 cm
Weight 98 kg/215 lbs.
Body Type Athlete
Position Wide Receiver
Draft 2015
Marital Status Unmarried
Girlfriend Name Destiny Jones
Children Name Not Available 
Net Worth $12 Million
Salary $20 Million
Active Years 2015-Present
Social Media Instagram, Facebook 
Merch Signed Jersey, Signed Helmet, Signed Football Cards
Last Update March 2024

Amari Cooper | Early Life, Education & Family 

The famous NFL player Cooper was born in Miami, Florida. He was born to his father, Terrance Cooper, and mother, Michelle Green.

Cooper grew up with his four sisters; Airrika Cooper, Avery Cooper, Aspen Cooper, and Ashley Cooper.

He first started playing football at the Miami Northwestern High School.

Amari Cooper In His High School
Amari Cooper In His High School (Source: Typepad)

He recorded 33 receptions for 722 yards and six touchdowns during the final year of his school.

For his excellent gameplay, he was a first-team FHSAA 8A All-State selection. 

In September 2011, he announced his verbal commitment to the University of Alabama.

He began playing for Alabama after high school and played 14 games, including starts in the final nine games.

Amari Cooper | Career

College Career

During the freshman season, Cooper played a total of 14 games. 

With 11 touchdowns, he broke Alabama’s 62-year-old record by Al Lary.

Similarly, he led his team with 59 receptions for 1000 yards. 

Cooper also got the opportunity to play in the SEC championship. Because of his excellent performance, he was awarded Consensus Freshman All-American honors.  

On the other hand, he had to miss some games due to an injury during his sophomore season in 2013.

Cooper had the best game against Auburn, recording six receptions for 178 yards. 

In 2014, he managed to set many records for Alabama. Cooper also became the all-time leader in receptions (228), receiving yards (3,463), and receiving touchdowns (31). 

Professional Career 

Cooper was selected by Oakland Raiders in the first round of the 2015 NFL Draft. 

He was initially assigned the #19 jersey, but he switched to number 8 after the release of fellow receiver James Jones.

Cooper passed Tim Brown’s record for rookie receptions (43) in a 35–38 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers on November 8, 2015. 

In addition, he was named to the second consecutive Pro Bowl in December 2016. 

Amari Cooper For Cowboys
Amari Cooper For Cowboys (Source: New York Post)

Cooper was traded to the Dallas Cowboys on October 22, 2018.

He is also known as the best defender on his team. 

Currently, he plays for the Cleveland Browns. He was picked in the fifth round of the 2022 NFL Draft. 

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Amari Cooper | Age, Height & Weight

Amari Cooper is 30 years old as of 2024. 

He is one of the tallest players in the NFL. Cooper stands 1.85 meters tall.

Besides that, he weighs around 215 lbs. As an NFL player, he workout more to develop his strength.

Cooper also has a massive body with a hand size of 10 inches and arm length of 31.5 inches. 

Amari Cooper | Relationship History & Affairs

Amari Cooper is a person who likes to keep his private things away from the public. 

According to the latest news, he is currently dating Destiny Jones.

Amari Cooper Girlfriend
Destiny Jones And Amari Cooper (Source: WTFoot)

Jones is a psychiatrist by profession. She started her career as a psychiatrist in 2018. 

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Amari Cooper | Net Worth & Property

Cooper is one of the richest players. He has a net worth of $12 million as of March 2024.

His primary source of income is his NFL salaries and incentives.

Cooper lives lavishly and owns a luxurious house in Texas worth $740,000. Similarly, he likes to wear designer clothes and watches. 

Cooper with his thousand dollar car
Amari Cooper Posing In Front of His BMW i8 (Source: Instagram.com)

In addition, Cooper is into cars and possesses several supercars. 

Amari Cooper | Social Media Presence 

Not only in his career, but Cooper is also very famous in social handles. He has over 869k followers on his Instagram handle.

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Similarly, he has over 114k followers on his Twitter handle.

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Amari Cooper | FAQs

Does Amari Cooper have an interest in any other sports except football?

Yes, apart from football, Cooper is also an avid chess player. 

The most interesting thing is that he uses chess strategies in football games on field. 

What kinds of cars does Cooper have a collection of? 

Amari Cooper, owns many high end cars. His car collection includes Ford Ferrari GT, Cadillac CTS Sedan, Ford Mustang Convertible, and BMW i8. 

Besides that, he gifted his mother a Land Rover Range Rover in 2017. 

How does Cooper spend a vacation? 

Amari spends vacation traveling to several countries. In addition, he sometimes enjoys steak in the steakhouse with his friends during the vacation.

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Sanjib Sah
Sanjib Sah
Sanjib Sah is an engineer and content writer passionate about sports and athletics. With a background in engineering and a love for all things active, Sanjib brings a unique perspective to the world of sports writing. Whether he is covering the latest trends in sports technology or sharing tips on improving your game, Sanjib's words are always rooted in a deep appreciation for players' hard work and dedication everywhere. In his free time, you can find him hitting the courts or hitting the trails, always looking for new ways to challenge himself and improve his skills.

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