Cooper Kupp’s Unseen Champions | NFL News

0:00It's September 6th. This is NFL News today, AI-powered stories from around the league. I'm Corey with the story. Seahawks receiver Cooper Coop is gearing up for the new season, but he recently took a moment to reflect on the journey that got him here, especially. The people who were there from the jump. He's talking about his family, specifically his wife Anna and their kids, and how their sacrifices behind the scenes were just as crucial to his. Access as anything that happened on the field. Fans see the touchdowns in the Superbowl rings, but CUP pointed out that what they don't see is the unseen support system. He emphasized that only he truly knows the depth of his family's role in making his NFL career a reality, and that's what made celebrating that. Championship wins so incredibly meaningful for him. He met Anna back in high school, and they shared a belief in his football dreams even when it was just the two of them. Now, with three sons, their story has grown even richer. Returning to play for the Seahawks in his home state of Washington, where he grew up in starting college, added another

1:02layer of significance to. His Superbowl victory, even though he's achieved so much, CUP's focus is already on the next challenge. Just a week after winning the Superbowl, his mind was on improving and preparing for the upcoming season. This forward-thinking mentality is exactly what the Seahawks need as they head into the 2026 season, aiming to defend their title. The Seahawks are set to kick off their 2026 season against the New England Patriots on September 9, a rematch of Superbowl LX. Coach Mike McDonald is making it clear that they can't just rely on what worked before. CUP, meanwhile, remains a key part of a dynamic receiving group, proving that even after a decade in the league and multiple championships, his drive to beat better, never fades.