David Cooper, who spent five years as the director of recruiting relations for the Georgia Bulldogs, announced this week that he is stepping down to take on a new role with Creative Artists Agency Sports.
During his tenure, Cooper helped the Bulldogs secure top‑five recruiting classes every season, culminating in a No. 1 class for the 2024 cycle, a feat that cemented his reputation as one of the most effective recruiters in recent college football history.
The group of players he helped bring to Athens includes standouts such as Brock Bowers, Mykel Williams, Malachi Starks, Amarius Mims and Jalon Walker, all of whom have since earned first‑round selections in the NFL draft.
Before arriving in Athens, Cooper honed his craft at Louisville, Florida and Texas A&M, where he held various recruiting and graduate‑assistant positions that broadened his perspective on talent evaluation.
CAA’s Expanding Influence
Creative Artists Agency Sports, an organization that represents actors, musicians, athletes and writers, will now leverage Cooper’s expertise to sign and guide a new generation of athletes, including high‑profile names such as Josh Allen, Matthew Stafford, CeeDee Lamb and Patrick Surtain II.
What This Means for the Bulldogs
The loss of Cooper forces Georgia’s coaching staff to reassess its recruiting strategy, potentially reshaping how the program pursues elite prospects in the coming cycles. While the Bulldogs remain a powerhouse, the departure signals a pivotal moment that could influence future class rankings.