Cooper Rush has been in the NFL since 2017 and has become one of the more well-known backup quarterbacks. Here is a look at the teams that he has played for in his career.

Tua Tagovailoa was meant to be the starter, but he sustained an oblique injury during practice, leaving Cooper Rush to start. He, too, was dealing with an injury, but the Falcons stuck with him as the starter. That was a mistake, as he really struggled.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams connects with tight end Cole Kmet on a perfectly placed throw and catch for a 22-yard touchdown against the Carolina Panthers.

Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski says starting quarterback Cooper Rush's job today is simple: Put the ball in the hands of the Falcons' playmakers, particularly running back Bijan Robinson.

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Atlanta Falcons QB Cooper Rush remains on track to start in Week 1 despite dealing with back spasms

Cooper Rush has had a wild ride in 2026. The latest chapter comes today, when he starts the Falcons’ Week 1 game in Pittsburgh. Rush, who has made 16 career starts, went 0-2 last year in Baltimore while replacing Lamar Jackson. The Ravens turned to Tyler Huntley for the remainder of Jackson’s absence due to injury.