Freshman WR JaColby Cooper arrives in Knoxville as a local playmaker with championship chops
JaColby Cooper is a Tennessee freshman receiver from Alcoa who brings verified production, competitive edge, and winning pedigree: in the 2025 season, he had 52 catches for 638 yards and 9 touchdowns while helping Alcoa win its 11th straight state title. Tennessee’s roster lists him as a 6-foot, 175-pound WR, and recruiting services pegged him as a consensus three-star and a top-50 player in Tennessee. He looks like a smart fit for a Vols receiver room that values toughness, separation, and football IQ—basically, the local kid who shows up ready to work and refuses to be a one-note prospect.
