Edgerrin Cooper

Career StatsB+

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		30	205	4.0	1
2025		16	118	0.5	0
2024		14	87	3.5	1

Updated Jun 20, 2026

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Above-replacement production at the linebacker salary tier earns Edgerrin Cooper a A- Contract Value Index. At $2.1M AAV on a four-year rookie scale deal, Cooper is locked into one of the league's most team-friendly contracts—exactly the kind of low-cost, controllable arrangement that allows front offices to develop young talent without cap penalty. His 2025 season numbers—118 tackles and 0.5 sacks across 16 games—mark him as a reliable depth linebacker and full-time contributor rather than a pass-rush threat, which is precisely the role the Packers are investing in under new coordinator Jonathan Gannon. The CVI grade reflects the fundamental math: a second-year linebacker with above-average production on a sub-$2.2M annual commitment is as close to a no-lose proposition as roster construction gets, especially when the organization is actively reinforcing the position group and signaling confidence in his development arc. Barring a major injury setback, Cooper should continue to repay this investment through the remainder of his rookie deal, and the Packers have built in the flexibility to extend him at market rates later if his trajectory holds. The soft landing in media perception—anchored by organizational momentum and respect for his professionalism rather than proven dominance—underscores a player whose contract value may only improve as his role expands.

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 Edgerrin's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Edgerrin Cooper is a second-year linebacker for the Green Bay Packers who has emerged as a high-volume tackler despite modest pass-rush production. At 24 years old with 30 career games under his belt, Cooper carries the profile of a developmental prospect with legitimate two-down upside. His current season grade of B− reflects a slight dip from 2024's B performance, signaling consistency rather than trajectory concerns at this stage of his career. Cooper's elite tackling instincts are his calling card: he's averaging 7.38 tackles per game, nearly three and a half times the NFL average of 2.19 and right at the elite threshold of 7.32. His above-average tackle-for-loss rate of 0.53 per game also exceeds the league mean of 0.27, demonstrating gap discipline and run-stopping competence. The legitimate concern is his near-nonexistent pass-rush impact, registering just 0.03 sacks per game against the 0.15 average and far from elite production at 0.51. He'll need to develop more consistent pressure generation to evolve into a three-down contributor. Cooper's floor appears secure as a reliable two-down linebacker capable of filling a traditional Mike or Will role, especially in coverage where his 0.25 pass deflections per game is right at league average. His trajectory suggests room to grow both as a rusher and in versatility, making him a candidate to develop into a quality starter rather than a star. Green Bay should prioritize opportunities to expand his pass-rush toolkit in year three while leveraging his tackle-production strength.

How Edgerrin Compares at the Position

Edgerrin Cooper ranks 36th of 339 graded linebackers by performance. That slots Edgerrin between Devin Bush (B+) just ahead and Quay Walker (B+) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Edgerrin Cooper enters 2026 as a rising depth linebacker whose perception has shifted meaningfully upward following a productive Year 2 in Green Bay's defense. Media coverage has transitioned from developmental prospect to legitimate contributor, with PFF identifying him as a genuine All-Pro candidate—a notable endorsement for a player with modest career statistics (4 sacks, 3 forced fumbles). The Packers' inclusion of Cooper in their top-10 most-important players for 2026 signals organizational confidence in his expanded role, and recent headlines emphasize tactical evolution rather than stagnation. While his $2.1M contract and lack of Pro Bowl/All-Pro honors keep him in the solid role-player category, the convergence of positive coverage and team investment suggests fan and media perception has upgraded from "depth piece" to "emerging starter." Cooper's 2026 season will be critical to validating the optimistic trajectory; a breakout year could cement Pro Bowl consideration, while regression would reset expectations to backup status.