Deontae

RB Deontae Cooper — The second-leading rusher in the state of California last year with just over 2,800 yards, Cooper enrolled in January so he can take part in spring practice and figures to compete for the backup TB spot behind Chris Polk and as a returner.

Around the Pac-10 Conference 2010

And there appeared to be the requisite star power in the likes of quarterback Nick Montana, son of Joe; tackle Erik Kohler, called by some the best offensive lineman in California; running backs Deontae Cooper and Jesse Callier, the two leading rushers in the state of California last year; and defensive tackle Sione Potoa'e and offensive guard Colin Porter, the two best line recruits in the state of Washington.

Washington - Team Notes 2010

Coach Sarkisian talked about it back in the fall when it happened --- if there's a guy that can overcome it it's Deontae Cooper, and he has done nothing but support that comment.

The Seattle Times 2011

He remembers telling injured running back Deontae Cooper early in the game that "it doesn't really feel like I'm in a game right now."

The Seattle Times 2011

Deontae is really a home run hitter --- he has the ability to go the distance at any time.

The Seattle Times 2011

Willis Wilson (a walk-on from Lakes)...we're getting Deontae (Cooper) going a little bit more when we're into our 7-on-7 setting, which has been good.

The Seattle Times 2011

Running back Deontae Cooper, who suffered a season-ending ACL injury last August, is on track to return this season, Sarkisian said, but will be limited to non-contact drills throughout the spring.

The Seattle Times 2011

-- Tailback Deontae Cooper will probably not participate in any full-contact drills throughout the spring.

The Seattle Times 2011

The biggest tasks for the offense in the fall could be solidifying the offensive line - which could start three members of the recruiting Class of 2010 - and establishing depth behind Polk after the losses of Deontae Cooper (gone for the year due to a knee injury) and Zach Fogerson (retired due to concussion issues).

The Seattle Times 2011

-- Will Mahan, who missed most of last year with an ACL injury, is able to kick in non-contact settings and Sarkisian said: He's been a lot like Deontae.

The Seattle Times 2011