As of January 26, 2025, there is no publicly available information indicating that Dallas Cowboys quarterback Cooper Rush has entered into any agreement with The Ohio State University. Rush, who played college football at Central Michigan University, has primarily been associated with the Dallas Cowboys in his professional career. He signed a two-year contract with the Cowboys in March 2023, valued at up to $6 million, to continue serving as the backup to starting quarterback Dak Prescott. ([NFL.com](https://www.nfl.com/news/cowboys-re-signing-backup-qb-cooper-rush-to-two-year-contract?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
In the 2024 NFL season, Rush was involved in a notable situation regarding a contract incentive. He had a clause that would reward him with $500,000 if he participated in 55% of the team’s offensive snaps. Heading into the final game of the season, Rush had played in 52.5% of the snaps. However, the coaching staff decided to start quarterback Trey Lance in that game, which prevented Rush from reaching the 55% threshold. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones later stated that he was unaware of this incentive clause until it was reported in the media. ([bloggingtheboys.com](https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/2025/1/5/24336719/dallas-cowboys-jerry-jones-contract-incentive-quarterback-cooper-rush-trey-lance?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Given the lack of any reported agreements between Cooper Rush and The Ohio State University, it appears that any such claims are unfounded. Rush remains under contract with the Dallas Cowboys, and there is no evidence to suggest any formal association with Ohio State.
