On November 30, 2024, Tyra Cochran shared a Facebook post from the Cincinnati Bengals, which read, “We have signed OT Devin Cochran off the practice squad to the active roster.” The latest update confirms he will be playing against the Cleveland Browns on December 22 at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati. From being Georgia Tech’s standout left tackle to playing in the big leagues for the Bengals, Devin Cochran’s exceptional skills and hard work have truly paid off.
Cochran signed a $1,875,000 deal with the Bengals for the 2024 and 2025 seasons—impressive, right? His annual salary is $937,500, with a base salary of $305,000 for 2024. Devin was also an outstanding offensive tackle during his college football career. From 2016 to 2019, he played for the Vanderbilt Commodores, showcasing the remarkable talent that led the Bengals to sign him as an undrafted free agent in 2022.
What a journey, right? And through it all, there’s been one person who has stood by the PK—from his college days to the NFL—his love and life partner, Tyra Cochran.
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Who is Tyra Cochran?
Tyra Cochran is a social media influencer who frequently shares glimpses of her life on Instagram and gives fans an insider look at Devin’s life off the field. And here’s some exciting news: Tyra and Devin won’t be the only two members in their household for long as the couple is expecting their first child!
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On August 21, Tyra shared on Instagram, “Can’t wait to bring the new year with the addition to the Cochran family.” Tyra takes care of everything at home, allowing Devin to focus fully on his craft. A year ago, Tyra shared a memorable post wearing pink on Instagram with the caption: “I’m a BenGAL girl in the Bengal world.” Unsurprisingly, it went viral!
When did Devin Cochran get married?
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On October 21st, Tyra posted a beautiful photo of herself walking on the beach with her husband, Devin, captioned: “The first year of marriage down and forever to go.” This year has been especially eventful for the couple. In 2024, they are celebrating their first wedding anniversary, preparing to welcome a baby, and enjoying Devin’s two-year contract extension with the Bengals. How wholesome is that?
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She is incredibly proud of Bengals #76. In fact, on November 11, Tyra shared on Facebook, “So so proud of you, my husband, all the hard work is paying off.” And she truly means it. From earning a three-star recruit rating to becoming a reliable offensive tackle for the Bengals, Devin Cochran has undoubtedly made his mark.
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