Stephen Case Cookus (born October 6, 1995), nicknamed the Chef,[1] is an American professional football quarterback who is a free agent.

Against New Mexico Highlands, he tied school record of seven touchdown passes in a single game.

Cookus took Northern Arizona to the playoffs, but lost 41–20 in the first round to San Diego after throwing 22 of 41 for 178 yards, a touchdown, and an interception.

[7] During the second game of the season against Eastern Washington, Cookus once again injured his shoulder while trying to run the ball.

[8] Cookus signed with the New York Giants as an undrafted free agent on April 28, 2020.

[23] The Stars folded when the XFL and USFL merged to create the United Football League (UFL).