BLOOMINGTON, Minn. -- Brandin Cooks was terrific in his first season with the Patriots.
The 24-year-old finished the year with 65 catches for 1,082 yards and seven touchdowns. It was the best first year with Tom Brady for a wide out since Randy Moss in 2007.
Speaking Tuesday, Brady had high praise for the wide receiver.
"Brandin Cooks has been an incredible player for us since he got here," Brady said. "His attitude, his approach to the game for a young player, his maturity is really what struck me. He is one of the last guys off the field every single day, and what he's done for our team in one year is really incredible. I haven't seen it very much from anybody coming in and make the contributions he's made. He's done it in his own style, too. He's not trying to mimic anybody, it's just him.
"I love playing with the guy. I love his spirit. I love his attitude. I love his will and determination. I love his leadership. I am very lucky to play with him. Hopefully we have many more years together."
The Patriots picked up Cooks' team option for next season, but then he will be a free agent.
