The Baltimore Ravens have officially added Cooper Rush to their roster as their new quarterback. After spending eight years with the Dallas Cowboys, the former Central Michigan standout said goodbye to the team during the offseason when the front office opted not to extend a new contract.
The Ravens capitalized on Dallas’ decision by securing the 31-year-old QB with a two-year contract worth up to $12.2 million. This move required Rush and his family to relocate from Dallas to Baltimore. The Ravens introduced Rush on Tuesday as he signed his contract, and his wife, Lauryn Rush, shared a photo on Instagram of their delighted family with their new team.
Ravens supporters quickly gathered in the comments section to extend their greetings to the new backup quarterback. Meanwhile, Cowboys fans also responded to Lauryn Rush’s post, expressing their happiness for Rush while also sharing their sorrow at his departure. “As a lifelong Cowboys fan, I am incredibly sad to see you all leave.
Wishing you all love and success! Dallas will surely miss you,” read one comment on Instagram. “NooooðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜” exclaimed another. “NOOOOOOO COOOPERERRRRRR” reacted a user. “I’m so sad as a Cowboys fan! Love Rush and your beautiful family. Wishing you every blessing in Baltimore!!!” wrote another fan. “Sad as a Cowboys fan. But soooooo happy for you guys as a Cowboys fan!! And I only live 40 minutes from Baltimore!” someone else mentioned.
“Dallas will miss him!” proclaimed a Cowboys admirer. Even one of Rush’s former teammates, wide receiver Jalen Brooks, expressed his sadness with two emojis: “😢🥲”. Rush is anticipated to serve as a backup to two-time NFL MVP Lamar Jackson now that he is with the Ravens. He filled a similar role in Dallas behind Dak Prescott, and it remains to be seen if Rush will seize more playing opportunities with his new squad.
