Overview
#CooperKupp celebrated the Los Angeles Rams wide receiver’s historic 2021-2022 season, where he became the fourth player ever to win the NFL’s “Triple Crown” (leading the league in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns) and capped it with a Super Bowl MVP performance in February 2022.
Historic Regular Season
Kupp’s 2021 season was one of the greatest receiving seasons in NFL history:
- Receptions: 145 (2nd all-time)
- Receiving yards: 1,947 (9th all-time)
- Touchdowns: 16
- Triple Crown: Only Aaron Donald, Jerry Rice, Sterling Sharpe, and Steve Largent achieved this
The bearded, unassuming receiver from Eastern Washington became Matthew Stafford’s favorite target and the league’s most unstoppable offensive weapon.
Chemistry with Stafford
Kupp’s breakout coincided with Stafford’s arrival via trade from Detroit. The two developed instant chemistry:
- Stafford’s gunslinger mentality complemented Kupp’s route precision
- “Money down” conversions: Kupp was Stafford’s go-to on 3rd down and in the red zone
- Playoff dominance: Kupp continued his production when it mattered most
Super Bowl LVI MVP
Kupp’s Super Bowl performance sealed his legendary season:
- 8 receptions, 92 yards, 2 TDs
- Game-winning touchdown with 1:25 remaining
- Clutch 4th quarter drives when Rams trailed 20-16
He became the 8th wide receiver to win Super Bowl MVP (rare for non-QBs).
Awards and Recognition
- NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2021)
- Super Bowl LVI MVP
- First-Team All-Pro
- Pro Bowl selection
Post-2021 Struggles
Injuries plagued Kupp’s subsequent seasons:
- 2022: Ankle injury ended season early (9 games)
- 2023: Hamstring issues limited effectiveness
- His 2021 season remained the peak—one of the greatest single seasons by a receiver