Cooper Dejean

Career StatsA-

Year	Team	GP	INT	PD	Tkl
Career		32	2	22	144
2025		16	2	16	93
2024		16	0	6	51

Updated Jun 25, 2026

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The A Contract Value Index on Cooper DeJean's deal stems from how the cap hit lines up against on-field output. At $2.32M AAV across four years on his rookie scale contract, DeJean is operating at a massive structural discount relative to his second-year All-Pro First Team production—the 2025 season saw him post 93 tackles, 2 interceptions across 16 games, elite output that would command $12M+ annually on the open market. His A- performance grade reflects that caliber of on-field execution, and the Eagles have locked in that elite production at a fraction of true market value, which is the fundamental formula behind CVI success. At 23 years old as a second-year player, DeJean is exactly where you want a young cornerstone defender positioned: proven over a full season at the highest level, still on the ascending side of his career arc, with multiple prime years ahead before hitting free agency. The Eagles' recent roster moves—signing edge rush depth while cutting lower-tiered veteran linebackers—underscore how the front office is building around proven young talent like DeJean, and his positional transition to safety represents organizational confidence in his versatility rather than a doubt in his value. With four years remaining on that rookie deal, Philadelphia has locked in one of the league's most intriguing young defensive talents at a discount that should only widen as his market value climbs, making this one of the cleanest long-term value plays in the NFL.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the A band — a quick read on where Cooper's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Cooper Dejean, Philadelphia's second-year cornerback, has emerged as a high-impact defensive back despite inconsistent early career production. The 23-year-old Iowa product has earned an A- grade this season after a rough 2024, establishing himself as one of the league's most promising young corners. His combination of instincts, athleticism, and versatility positions him among the Eagles' core defensive assets moving forward. Dejean's 2025 season reveals elite-level production across multiple impact categories. He's recording 5.81 tackles per game, significantly outpacing the NFL average of 2.31 and nearly matching the elite threshold of 5.20, demonstrating his willingness to attack downhill. His pass defense remains equally impressive at 1.00 pass deflections per game versus the league average of 0.33, showcasing reliable coverage instincts and ball awareness. While his interception rate of 0.13 per game sits marginally above the 0.10 NFL average, his overall defensive contribution reflects a player who understands assignment and prioritizes gap integrity alongside secondary duties. The notable jump from a C grade last season to his current A- performance suggests Dejean required extended NFL experience to refine his technique and decision-making. His ceiling remains remarkably high given his age, athleticism, and current trajectory. Watch for whether he can sustain this elite tackle production while maintaining coverage integrity—a balance that separates good corners from All-Pro caliber talent. If Dejean continues this upward trend, Philadelphia may have secured a franchise cornerstone for the next decade.

How Cooper Compares at the Position

Cooper Dejean ranks 13th of 272 graded cornerbacks by performance. That slots Cooper between Devon Witherspoon (A-) just ahead and Dee Alford (A-) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Cooper DeJean draws a A sentiment grade as the Philadelphia Eagles narrative reflects his on-field role. The cornerstone story here is straightforward: a 23-year-old second-year player earned All-Pro First Team honors in 2025, and the Eagles' recent decision to deploy him at safety in their base scheme has generated considerable analyst and fan discussion about how to best utilize his rare combination of football IQ and athleticism. Rather than treating the positional shift as a downgrade, the prevailing media framing positions it as the Eagles leveraging his skill set to create a more dynamic secondary—a narrative that aligns cleanly with his A- performance grade and reinforces his status as a cornerstone piece. The recent headlines amplify this through workout footage and defensive strategy breakdowns, keeping DeJean in the conversation as one of the NFL's most intriguing young defensive talents heading into 2026. The Eagles' recent roster moves—cutting OLBs and a wide receiver while adding defensive end depth—fit the broader narrative of a team investing in its defense around proven young talent, and DeJean sits at the center of that investment, with public perception firmly in star territory.