Jonathon Cooper: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Denver Broncos News / The Lead / September 1

The Broncos’ Edge Depth Will Be Tested Early on in 2026

Denver Broncos outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper was the only defensive starter to see action in Friday’s preseason finale against the Minnesota Vikings.

Denver Broncos News / TWSN / August 30

The Denver Broncos Already Have Jonathon Cooper’s Replacement

The Denver Broncos are going to be entering the season without Jonathon Cooper, as he was placed on the commissioner’s exempt list following two June arrests and pending domestic-violence charges. Cooper’s absence leaves Denver without an established player on their defense.

Sam Darnold News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '35-TD, 10-INT NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to toss 35 touchdowns and 10 interceptions in the same season can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz

The 'Super Bowl-winning starting QBs' quiz

The 'Most 300-yard, 4 touchdown NFL games' quiz

Denver Broncos News / Field Level Media / August 30

Broncos place LB Jonathon Cooper on exempt list

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper was placed on the NFL commissioner's exempt list Sunday amid domestic violence charges stemming from two June arrests.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Denver Broncos News / HITC / August 30

Broncos star lands on Roger Goodell’s exempt list amid string of legal cases

Denver Broncos will begin the regular season without outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper after the NFL placed him on the commissioner’s exempt list. The decision comes after Cooper was involved in two incidents involving his former girlfriend during the summer, resulting in two arrests and five charges.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30

Broncos’ Jonathon Cooper Lands On Commissioner’s Exempt List

Jonathon Cooper‘s arraignment date — in connection with two June arrests — is set for Monday, but the NFL provided the Broncos some clarity before they set their initial 53-man roster today.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / August 29

Jonathon Cooper Expected To Land On Commissioner’s Exempt List

While the Broncos sat out the majority of their healthy starters during Friday’s preseason finale, linebacker Jonathon Cooper got plenty of run. As Mike Klis of 9News writes, this was a strong indication from the coaching staff that Cooper will begin the regular season on the commissioner’s exempt list.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / August 3

Brandon Jones Eyeing Broncos Extension; Latest On Jonathon Cooper

The Broncos’ defense is full of players on second contracts with the team. Denver either re-signed or extended its entire projected starting front seven, while Patrick Surtain is locked in long term in the secondary.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Denver Broncos News / Field Level Media / July 29

Payton: Broncos 'staying the course' with LB Jonathon Cooper

Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton said the team is "staying the course" with linebacker Jonathon Cooper, who was arrested twice last month on domestic violence-related charges.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / July 28

Broncos LB Jonathon Cooper Reports To Training Camp

Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper continues to navigate legal issues stemming from his pair of June arrests. The Broncos excused Cooper from minicamp, but it sounds like the veteran is back with the team for the start of training camp.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The '100-yard, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

The 'Most 100-rushing-yard NFL games' quiz

The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / July 24

Broncos OLB Jonathon Cooper’s Arraignment Date Set

Jonathon Cooper was arrested twice in late June in connection to an incident involving his ex-girlfriend. The first arrest produced charges for Cooper and his then-girlfriend, while the second brought four new charges — including one felony charge — against the Broncos outside linebacker.

Denver Broncos News / DenverBroncosCommunity / July 24

Court decides hearing date for arrested linebacker Jonathon Cooper

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper is scheduled to appear virtually in a Douglas County courtroom on Friday. According to 9NEWS’ Mike Klis, Cooper and his attorney, Harvey Steinberg, are expected to appear remotely.

Denver Broncos News / DenverBroncosCommunity / July 13

Broncos’ Jonathon Cooper trial takes an unexpected turn

What initially appeared to be a manageable situation has now become far more complicated, creating fresh uncertainty over Jonathon Cooper’s immediate future both on and off the field.

Denver Broncos News / DenverBroncosCommunity / June 30

Concerning news for Broncos fans as authorities make another move in Jonathon Cooper case

The Denver Broncos are still waiting for clarity on Jonathon Cooper’s legal situation. Now, the team’s uncertainty has grown after another significant development in the case.

Denver Broncos News / DenverBroncosCommunity / June 30

Jonathon Cooper’s attorney lands surprising new NFL client amid Broncos $54M star’s legal battle

Jonathon Cooper is in the middle of legal troubles as he and the Denver Broncos await his trial in July. Amidst all this, Cooper’s attorney, Harvey Steinberg, has gained a new high-profile client in former Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold.

Denver Broncos News / Field Level Media / June 16

Broncos excuse Jonathon Cooper from minicamp amid domestic violence charges

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper was excused from mandatory minicamp on Tuesday after being arrested twice in the last two weeks, which head coach Sean Payton touched on in a press conference.

Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 16

Broncos OLB Jonathon Cooper Will Not Be In Attendance For Mandatory Minicamp

Mike Klis of 9News reports Broncos OLB Jonathon Cooper will not be in attendance for mandatory minicamp as he’s been excused while he works through his

Denver Broncos News / Larry Brown Sports / June 12

Jonathon Cooper facing new charges after second arrest

Denver Broncos pass rusher Jonathon Cooper is facing a new set of charges after allegedly violating a protective order to stay away from his ex-girlfriend.

Denver Broncos News / Field Level Media / June 12

Broncos LB Jonathon Cooper arrested again, felony charge added

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper was arrested Thursday on multiple charges that he violated a protection order filed against him earlier this week.

Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 12

Broncos OLB Jonathon Cooper Arrested Again For Violating Protection Order, Three More Charges

Broncos OLB Jonathon Cooper was arrested for the second time in a week, as police brought him in on Thursday night per Mike Klis. There are four new charges

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / June 8

Broncos' Jonathon Cooper pleads not guilty to misdemeanor domestic violence charges

Jonathon Cooper will have his day in court after being arrested on suspicion of criminal mischief with a domestic violence enhancer.

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / June 5

Additional details emerge about Jonathon Cooper's arrest

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper, 28, and his girlfriend were reportedly both arrested on domestic violence charges on Thursday night, as reported on TMZ.

Broncos LB Jonathon Cooper facing domestic violence charge

Denver Broncos News / Larry Brown Sports / June 5