NFL placing Broncos OLB Jonathon Cooper on exempt list

His arraignment is set for Aug. 31

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 301 min read

Sources: NFL is placing Broncos outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper on the commissioner exempt list. Cooper was involved Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: The designation puts Jonathon Cooper on paid leave and bars him from practicing or playing. He faces charges stemming from two alleged domestic incidents this summer.

Why it matters: Denver must prepare to open the 2026 season without a defensive starter. The exempt designation also removes Cooper from the Broncos’ 53-man roster while it remains in effect.

By the numbers: Cooper was arrested twice and faces five charges, including second-degree felony assault.

What to watch: Cooper is scheduled for arraignment Monday. His legal proceedings and any subsequent NFL discipline will determine when his status can change.

Sources

@AdamSchefter 2026-08-30T18:44:05.491714+00:00

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