SAN DIEGO –Amari Cooper is used to creative defense. The No. 4 overall pick is the Raiders’ biggest receiving threat, with the ability to turn short passes into big gains. Potential is often met with an opponent’s best, fought with scheme and talent combined.
A team’s top cornerback normally shadows Cooper, helped with coverage over the top. On Sunday afternoon, Cooper will deal with powerful static cling. San Diego cornerback Jason Verrett is brimming with talent, a 2014 first-round pick that should anchor the Chargers secondary for years to come.
That means Cooper and Verrett with lock horns twice a year, with the victor giving his team a real chance to win.