Darius Cooper struggles in Eagles preseason opener against Ravens
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 2:48 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Darius Cooper caught two passes for 21 yards on five targets in the Philadelphia Eagles' 24-7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens during their preseason opener. Despite his strong training camp performance, Cooper faced difficulties in a game where the Eagles' offense struggled overall, managing only six first downs and 159 total yards. The preseason game highlights the competitive nature of the Eagles' receiving corps and the importance of Cooper responding positively in upcoming practices and games to strengthen his position on the roster.
- •Eagles lost 24-7 to Ravens in preseason opener.
- •Cooper caught two passes for 21 yards.
- •Eagles' offense had only six first downs.
- •Next preseason games essential for Cooper's performance.
- •Cooper established strong rapport with Jalen Hurts in training camp.
- 2:48 PMYahoo Sports — Darius Cooper faces pivotal response after quiet Eagles preseason opener
"Darius Cooper didn't produce much against the Ravens, but one quiet preseason game shouldn't erase a strong body of work.
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