Washington RB Deontae Cooper will enjoy seventh season at SJSU

Running back Deontae Cooper will leave Washington and spend his seventh college football season at San Jose State.

Yes, seventh.

Cooper tore ligaments in his knee during the 2010, 2011 and 2012 seasons at Washington and was granted three extra years by the NCAA. He spent those years as a reserve running back for the Huskies, but also as an inspirational team captain.

He’ll transfer to San Jose State as a grad student and will be eligible to play immediately.

Last season, Cooper had 16 carries for 98 yards and a touchdown. He finishes his Washington career with 122 carries for 653 yards and four touchdowns.

San Jose State lost Tyler Ervin, its top rushing threat from a year ago. He had 294 carries for 1,601 yards and 13 touchdowns. Junior Tucker Thomas, who had 40 carries for 159 yards and two scores was the top player to fill Ervin’s role.

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