Former Iowa Hawkeyes' star defensive back Cooper DeJean was a hero for the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX, but that moment almost didn't happen.

Where did Cooper DeJean go to college? Here's everything to know about DeJean's Iowa career ahead of the Super Bowl:

Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Cooper DeJean has wasted no time making a name for himself in the NFL. In just his rookie season, DeJean played a key role in helping the Eagles secure a 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX.

Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean (33) is congratulated by teammates after returning an interception for a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans.

Former Iowa football star Cooper DeJean received multiple Super Bowl MVP votes after returning an interception for a touchdown against Kansas City:

Cooper DeJean sprinted Sunday night across the field, dancing away from would-be tacklers and racing towards the end zone as it suddenly became believable that the Eagles really would steamroll their way to a Super Bowl title.

Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Cooper DeJean said Caitlin Clark sent a text congratulating him after he picked off Patrick Mahomes during a 40-22 win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. "Us going to Iowa together,