
Cedrick Cooper brings SEC-ready edge-setting size and experience to South Carolina’s defensive front
Cedrick Cooper is a 6-foot-2, 248-pound defensive end for South Carolina whose value is rooted in size, toughness, and experience rather than flash; ESPN listed him with 12 solo tackles and 1 sack, while a 2015 report noted he was healthy and contributing after earlier injury concerns. His differentiator is a physical, mature presence on the edge that can help stabilize a rotation, making him a sensible fit for a team that wants a disciplined, dependable defender who understands the grind of SEC football.