Jeremiah Cooper joins Penn State as key transfer from Iowa State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 1:46 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Jeremiah Cooper, a former All-Big 12 player, has transferred to Penn State from Iowa State amid a significant roster overhaul for the Nittany Lions. Penn State's secondary needs strengthening after the departure of its top three safeties and an experienced cornerback. Though Cooper is recovering from an ACL injury, he is expected to contribute with his versatility in both safety and cornerback roles. His past performance includes 134 total tackles, 22 pass deflections, and eight interceptions before his injury. As Penn State prepares for the upcoming season, Cooper's presence will be crucial as they aim to bolster their defensive capabilities.
- •Jeremiah Cooper transferred to Penn State from Iowa State.
- •He is recovering from an ACL injury sustained last season.
- •Cooper accounted for 134 tackles, 22 deflections, and eight interceptions previously.
- •Penn State lost several key defensive players ahead of the season.
- •Cooper brings versatility as he can play multiple positions in the secondary.
- 1:46 PMYahoo Sports — USC opposing player scouting report - Jeremiah Cooper, Penn State
"Penn State has a substantially new roster, with Jeremiah Cooper being one of the more high-profile transfers Matt Campbell brought from Iowa State
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