Geno Smith Delivers Strong Vote of Confidence for Rookie WR Omar Cooper Jr
The New York Jets selected rookie wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. with their No. 30 overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft.
In the 2026 NFL Draft, the New York Jets chose rookie wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. with the 30th pick overall. Cooper played a crucial role for the Indiana Hoosiers, leading their offense to a perfect 16-0 record and a College Football Playoff national championship. In his fourth year of college, Cooper made 69 catches for 937 yards and 13 touchdowns in his final season.
With the Jets, Cooper aims to step up and become a starting wideout. Jets quarterback Geno Smith has already shown his confidence in Cooper. "I think Omar is a guy who came in right away and just has been a true professional. He studies, he works. He's always in the right places," Smith said. Cooper is dedicated to continuous improvement, taking full advantage of his opportunities and consistently working to get better every day.
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