Former Alabama WR Amari Cooper Retires From NFL After 10 Seasons

Amari Cooper, a legendary Alabama wide receiver and five-time Pro Bowler, has announced his retirement from the NFL after a 10-season career. Cooper, who was the No. 4 overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft, played for the Oakland Raiders, Dallas Cowboys, Cleveland Browns, and Buffalo Bills, finishing with 711 receptions, 10,033 yards, and 64 touchdowns. He had recently signed with the Las Vegas Raiders but decided to retire shortly before the 2025 NFL season, citing a decline in his passion for the game following a down year performance. During his collegiate career at Alabama, Cooper was a national champion, All-American, and Biletnikoff Award winner, ranking second all-time in receiving yards, touchdowns, and receptions for the Crimson Tide. His retirement leaves the Raiders' wide receiver room uncertain, with top receiver Jakobi Meyers requesting a trade and several rookies and younger players on the depth chart. Cooper closes his career with a respected legacy as one of Alabama's greatest receivers and a significant NFL contributor.