Raiders receiver Amari Cooper has been as good as advertised in this early season. The No. 4 overall pick is a dynamic playmaker using precise footwork to make big, evasive plays after the catch.
He has handled increased physicality, some bracket and shadowing from top cornerbacks like Cleveland’s Joe Haden. Cooper has had some down periods.
He didn’t have a catch in the second half of Week 4’s loss to Chicago. He only had two receptions for 13 yards in the second half against Denver.
Those numbers show the rule, not the exception.
Check out Cooper’s numbers by half:
First half: 18 rec.