2009 Outlook
Khiry Cooper (pronounced KY-ree) is among a large group of players who will try to make a push for playing time at wide receiver this fall. Cooper flashed play-making ability on the practice field during a redshirt season and is a candidate to help fill the void left by the graduation of Nate Swift and Todd Peterson, who were two of the top five receivers in NU history.

Cooper did not participate in spring practice, as he was an outfielder for Coach Mike Anderson's Nebraska baseball team. Cooper came to Nebraska as a decorated two-sport standout and turned down a baseball contract offer from the Los Angeles Angels after the organization selected him in the fifth round of the 2008 MLB Draft. Cooper plans to continue as a dual-sport athlete at Nebraska.

2008 (Redshirt)
Cooper redshirted in his first season with the football program, before joining the NU baseball team in the second semester. On the diamond, Cooper played in 35 games and made 20 starts in the outfield. He hit .229 with two homers and 9 RBIs, and added three stolen bases.

Before Nebraska (Calvary Baptist Academy)
Cooper accounted for 42 receiving touchdowns and better than 1,700 yards in his final three seasons of high school, including 16 trips to the end zone as a senior. Cooper caught 60 passes for 1,038 yards in 2007, while also seeing action on defense. His play led Calvary Academy to a 12-1 record and a trip to the Class 2A state semifinals. For his efforts, Cooper was a first-team Class 2A all-state selection and was also a member of the Baton Rouge Advocate's "Second Dozen" of top players in Louisiana. Cooper nabbed 50 receptions for 750 yards and 15 touchdowns as a junior.

During his sophomore campaign in 2005, Cooper was a key contributor at wide receiver and free safety, grabbing 48 receptions for 597 yards and 11 touchdowns. Cooper's coach at Calvary Academy was Doug Pederson, who played quarterback in the NFL for 12 seasons, most recently the 2000 to 2004 seasons with the Green Bay Packers.

Cooper also used his speed to roam center field for the Calvary Academy baseball team. As a senior, Cooper hit .337 to lead his team to a 2A state title, as he was named to the all-state first team. Cooper was ranked among the top 30 football players in the state of Louisiana by both Rivals.com and SuperPrep Magazine. Cooper chose Nebraska over Arkansas.

Personal
Khiry is the son of Yolanda Cooper and was born on Jan. 18, 1990. Khiry is majoring in construction management and has volunteered his time with several FCA speaking engagements as well as Nebraska's team hospital visit in Jacksonville during Gator Bowl week.