Amari Cooper Traded to Buffalo for Draft Compensation
Rumors had been circulating for weeks about a potential Amari Cooper trade out of Cleveland, and now it's official. The Browns have traded their star wide receiver to the Buffalo Bills in exchange for draft compensation. Cleveland received a third-round and a seventh-round pick, while Buffalo got Cooper and a sixth-round pick in return.
For Buffalo, this move adds a seasoned veteran to their receiving corps, giving Josh Allen a proven weapon. Cooper, despite some struggles this season, is known for his exceptional route running and is coming off a 1,250-yard campaign last year. His experience should boost Buffalo's Super Bowl hopes, offering a stable target in an already strong offense.
On the Browns' side, trading Cooper signals a shift in direction. With Deshaun Watson underperforming and the team out of playoff contention, moving Cooper seems like the right call as Cleveland begins to plan for the future. The franchise has tough decisions ahead, especially with Watson's fully guaranteed contract limiting their options. This trade is just the beginning of what could be a long rebuild.