Cooper Kupp wakes up with 'GMFB' and discusses joining Seahawks in offseason
Cooper Kupp wakes up with 'GMFB' and discusses joining Seahawks in offseason
Wide receiver Cooper Kupp wakes up with "GMFB" and discusses joining the Seattle Seahawks in offseason, what quarterback Sam Darnold will bring to the team at QB.
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