Omar Cooper Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - Indiana Hoosiers

Finds end zone in blowout Cooper reeled in all three targets for 44 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 66-0 win over Purdue.

Impact Cooper connected with quarterback Kurtis Rourke on a 17-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter, extending Indiana's already insurmountable lead. The Hoosiers were clearly looking to make a statement after last week's bludgeoning at the hands of Ohio State as they completely embarrassed their in-state rival, with Cooper and nearly the entire receiver room reaping the rewards. The redshirt sophomore receiver has now caught 27 passes for 571 yards and six touchdowns through 12 games for the Hoosiers while adding 23 yards and a score on the ground as well. A likely first round matchup in the College Football Playoff awaits Cooper and the Hoosiers.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in victory Cooper recorded three receptions (on four targets) for 53 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 20-15 victory against Michigan.

Impact Cooper connected with quarterback Kurtis Rourke on a seven-yard scoring strike in the first quarter, giving the Hoosiers a 7-3 lead. The redshirt sophomore receiver also caught a 41-yard pass from Rourke in the second quarter, demonstrating his big-play ability. Cooper has now caught 24 passes for 527 yards and five touchdowns on the season and will look to build on his performance when the Hoosiers take on Ohio State following this week's bye.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in blowout win Cooper caught 1 of 3 targets for 21 yards and rushed for a 16-yard touchdown during Saturday's 47-10 win versus Michigan State.

Impact It was an overall quiet day for Cooper until his fourth quarter touchdown, as he caught just a single pass for 21 yards on the day. The score came on a jet sweep in which Cooper fought through a multitude of Michigan State defenders to bulldoze his way into the end zone, extending the already insurmountable lead in favor of the Hoosiers. Despite his low volume (just five receptions over the last four games), the redshirt sophomore has provided value to the Indiana offense through his big-play ability and his familiarity with the end zone, as Saturday marked his fifth touchdown of the season. Cooper will look to continue to make an impact when the Hoosiers host the defending national champions this coming Saturday.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in victory Cooper caught their only target for 42 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 31-17 win over Washington.

Impact Cooper made the most of his lone opportunity on the day, connecting with quarterback Tayven Jackson on a 42-yard touchdown strike in the second quarter, giving the Hoosiers a 14-0 lead. The lack of targets is a little concerning as Cooper has garnered just three total looks in the team's last two games, but his big-play ability makes him a viable option nonetheless. His next opportunity will come when the Hoosiers travel to face Michigan State this coming Saturday.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Omar Cooper Jr.'s IMPRESSIVE catch sets up an Indiana touchdown vs. Nebraska

OCTOBER 19 • FOX SPORTS

Limited opportunities in win Cooper caught 2 of 4 targets for 47 yards during Saturday's 41-24 victory against Northwestern.

Impact Cooper caught just two passes on a day in which quarterback Kurtis Rourke spread the ball around, finding eight different receivers in the victory over the Wildcats. The redshirt sophomore receiver has had a moderate start to the season, recording 18 catches for 375 yards and three touchdowns through the team's first six games, and his decent volume (four or more targets in five of six games) indicates that he could have a few breakout performances in him down the stretch. Cooper's next opportunity will come when the Hoosiers host Nebraska following this Saturday's bye.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Finds end zone in conference win Cooper hauled in 4 of 6 targets for 83 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 42-28 victory against Maryland.

Impact Cooper found the end zone on a 27-yard pass from quarterback Kurtis Rourke in the second quarter, giving the Hoosiers a 14-7 lead before halftime. The redshirt sophomore receiver tied his season-high with four receptions on the day, recording his second-highest yardage total of the season as well. Cooper has now caught 16 passes for 328 yards and three touchdowns through the team's first five games this season and will look to build on his performance against the Terrapins when the Hoosiers travel to face Northwestern on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet day in blowout win Cooper reeled in 1 of 3 targets for 11 yards during Saturday's 52-14 victory versus Charlotte.

Impact Cooper caught just a single pass for 11 yards on Saturdday, failing to find the end zone for the Hoosiers for the first time since Week 1. The redshirt sophomore receiver also saw his fewest targets of the young season, though the game script in a 52-14 blowout leading to more of a focus on the ground game in the secong half could be the culprit there. Cooper caught at least three passes in each of the team's first three games and will look to get things back on track when Indiana hosts Maryland on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in conference opener Cooper compiled four receptions (on five targets) for 58 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 42-13 win versus UCLA.

Impact Coming off a career day against Western Illinois in Week 2, Cooper found the end zone once again in Indiana's conference opener against UCLA. The redshirt sophomore receiver totaled 58 yards on the day, good for second on the team, and has now caught at least three passes in each of the Hoosiers' first three games. Cooper's volume and big-play potential give him a moderate floor in terms of fantasy production, with his next opportunity coming when the Hoosiers host Charlotte on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Big day in blowout Cooper caught all four targets for 131 yards and one touchdown during Friday's 77-3 win versus Western Illinois.

Impact Cooper's score came on a 69-yard pass from quarterback Tayven Jackson in the fourth quarter with the game well in hand. The redshirt sophomore receiver tied for second on the team in receptions on the day and converted 100 percent of his targets. Cooper will hope to build off his positive momentum against UCLA on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Western Illinois Leathernecks vs. Indiana Hoosiers Highlights | CFB on FOX

SEPTEMBER 7 • FOX SPORTS

Out for Week 13 Cooper (undisclosed) is out for Indiana's game Saturday at Purdue.

Impact Cooper will have to wait until 2024 to play again. The redshirt freshman finished 2023 with 18 receptions for 267 yards (14.8 averaged per catch) and two touchdowns across his seven games.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injury not considered long-term Head coach Tom Allen indicated Monday that Cooper's (undisclosed) injury is not considered long-term and is questionable for Saturday's matchup against Illinois, Jack Ankony of SI....

Impact Cooper left the game early against Wisconsin and was not able to return. With teammate Cam Camper (knee) out for the year, the Hoosiers will lean on the redshirt freshman to step up. The 6-foot-1 wide receiver has totaled 18 receptions for 267 yards and two touchdowns this season.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Saturday Cooper (undisclosed) is out for the remainder of Saturday's game versus Wisconsin, per the Big Ten Network broadcast.

Impact Cooper exited Saturday's game early after recording one catch for 12 yards. His next chance to suit up will be Week 11's matchup with Illinois.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to locker room Cooper went to the locker room during Saturday's game versus Wisconsin, Mason Williams of Rivals.comreports.

Impact Cooper required some medical attention before exiting for the locker room Saturday. The redshirt freshman had one catch for 12 yards before he departed from the contest, and it's unclear if he'll be able to return.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Catches early TD in loss Cooper caught one of two targets for 35 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 31-14 loss to Rutgers.

Impact Cooper reeled in his first touchdown catch of the season when the Hoosiers opened up with a touchdown in the first quarter. However, he tallied just one more target for the remainder of the game. Through seven games this season, the redshirt freshman has caught 14 passes (on 26 targets( for 203 yards, and almost exactly half of this production came in a Week 2 win over Indiana State. Cooper's production should once again fall to the wayside when the Scarlet Knights head on the road to Penn State in Week 9.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana's Brendan Sorsby completes a 35-yard touchdown pass to Omar Cooper Jr. to take a 7-0 lead over Rutgers

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

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Omar Cooper Jr.'s IMPRESSIVE catch sets up an Indiana touchdown vs. Nebraska

Western Illinois Leathernecks vs. Indiana Hoosiers Highlights | CFB on FOX

Indiana's Brendan Sorsby completes a 35-yard touchdown pass to Omar Cooper Jr. to take a 7-0 lead over Rutgers