Amari Cooper, the star receiver for the Cleveland Browns, is facing a tough start to the season. In his first two games, he has only managed to make five catches for a mere 27 yards – the worst start of his career.
“Just got to play better,” Cooper admitted, reflecting on his performance. “I don’t look at the inch here, inch there. I mean yeah, it does play a factor sometimes, but just me knowing my game, knowing myself, just got to go out there and play my brand of football, play up to my standards. So I haven’t been doing that for the past couple of weeks.”
The statistics paint a grim picture for Cooper. Out of the 17 targets he has received, he has dropped four of the 12 passes that were uncaught, a significant increase from the seven passes he dropped in the entire previous season. This includes a missed opportunity for a long touchdown against the Jaguars.
“You want to go out there and play your best brand of football individually as early as possible, so definitely been frustrating, but it is what it is,” Cooper acknowledged, showing his determination to bounce back. “You’ve got to go out there and just play your game, get back focused, lock back in and that’s what I’m looking to do.”
Despite his struggles, quarterback Deshaun Watson and offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey remain steadfast in their confidence in Cooper. The talented receiver himself retains belief in his abilities, emphasizing that the key now is to translate that belief into on-field performance.
As the Browns gear up for their upcoming games, all eyes will be on Amari Cooper as he strives to turn his season around and showcase the talent that has made him a standout player in the NFL. The next game will be a crucial test for Cooper to prove that he can rise above his slow start and make a significant impact on the field.
