Hoosiers in the NFL: Omar Cooper Jr. shines in return from injury

FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 18: Omar Cooper Jr. #11 of the New York Jets reacts after scoring a touchdown during the second half during the NFL game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on October 18, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Kathryn Riley/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Former Indiana wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr., who was selected by the New York Jets in the first round of the NFL Draft this past spring, has spent the first half his rookie season off the field while recovering from a high ankle sprain he suffered back in the season opener.

He made his long-awaited return this past Sunday against the New England Patriots and immediately made his presence felt on the field.

Just watch:

The rookie Omar Cooper Jr. makes the 48-yard touchdown catch!

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Cooper Jr. showed every bit of what made him both an NFL prospect and a dangerous receiving threat for the Hoosiers. He provides a more than capable deep option, is strong enough to win matchups at the catch and pick up extra yards afterward. He finished with six receptions for 103 yards against the Patriots.

He looked like a Sunday player in college. Now he's doing it on Sundays as a professional.

Treat yourself to every reception from his return game:

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