Amari Cooper Hopeful to play Thursday

Published: 2023-12-28 06:13:42

Cooper (heel), who is officially listed as questionable, is 'hopeful' to suit up Thursday versus the Jets but his status isn't yet certain, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

The Browns' only actual practice during shortened Week 17 prep was Tuesday, in which Cooper was idle. He was also listed as a non-participant during estimated sessions Monday and Wednesday. The star wideout set a new franchise record with 265 receiving yards during Sunday's win over the Texans, but now even if Cooper does manage to suit up and play through his heel injury, he faces a substantially more difficult matchup against the Jets' secondary. The final word on Cooper's availability may come down to the wire, but Cleveland will officially confirm his status no later than 90 minutes prior to Thursday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff.

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