Broncos OLB Jonathon Cooper arrested on domestic violence charges

Edge rusher faces league scrutiny after dispute in Parker.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 61 min read

Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: Denver Broncos outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper was arrested Friday in Douglas County, Colorado, on charges of misdemeanor domestic violence and criminal mischief. The incident involved a dispute at his residence in which Cooper allegedly grabbed his girlfriend and damaged a cell phone.

Why it matters: Cooper is a vital piece of the Denver Broncos defense and signed a four-year, $54 million extension in late 2024. He now faces potential discipline under the NFL’s personal conduct policy, which could impact his availability for the upcoming 2026 season.

By the numbers: Cooper has recorded 31.5 sacks and 266 total tackles across 81 career games. He posted a 5 sacks in 2024 and was named AFC Defensive Player of the Week during the 2025 season.

What to watch: Cooper was released on a personal recognizance bond and is scheduled for a court hearing in the 23rd Judicial District on Monday, June 8.

Sources

@AdamSchefter 2026-06-06T02:18:31.089283+00:00

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