Amari Cooper reacts to joining Josh Allen and Buffalo Bills following ...
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper (2) stands on the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023, in Houston.AP Photo/David J. Phillip
Amari Cooper was ready to turn the page and begin a new chapter in 2024.
One year after shining for the Cleveland Browns with Joe Flacco as his quarterback, Cooper struggled to find chemistry with Deshaun Watson. Watson has been one of the league’s worst quarterbacks, failing to recapture the play that he previously exhibited as the starting quarterback of the Houston Texans. Cleveland’s latest loss came on Sunday, a 20-16 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles that dropped them to 1-5 on the season.
The writing was on the wall. Cleveland’s season was over and the Browns were going to be sellers as the trade deadline approached. On Tuesday, Cleveland gave Cooper the fresh start that he was looking for when they sent the wide receiver and a 2025 fifth-round pick to the Buffalo Bills in exchange for the Bills’ 2025 third-round pick and a 2026 seventh-round selection.
Following the trade, Cooper opened up to Josina Anderson about joining Buffalo. Cooper told Anderson that he has always been a fan of Josh Allen and that he is excited to play alongside the franchise quarterback.
“(General manager) Andrew Berry called me and told me what was going on,” Cooper told Josina Anderson. “As far as playing with Josh (Allen) I’ve always been fan of his game. I’m sure to see it up close and personal and play alongside him, I’m sure it’s going to be great.” “I’ve been in this situation before, so that helps. I’m just excited to turn a new chapter and to be able to contribute.”
Through six games, Cooper has registered 24 receptions for 250 yards and two touchdowns. Cooper has gone over 1,000 yards receiving in four of the last five seasons.
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