What happened: The NFL removed Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper from the Commissioner's Exempt List on Friday, clearing the 28-year-old for his 2026 season debut in Week 7 against the Arizona Cardinals. Commissioner Roger Goodell had placed Cooper on the list on Aug. 30 after two June arrests on domestic violence charges.

Why it matters: Cooper returns to a 4-2 Broncos roster after being barred from practices and games through the first six weeks of the regular season. He still faces potential league discipline under the NFL's personal conduct policy while awaiting a Nov. 10 jury trial after pleading not guilty to one felony charge and three misdemeanors stemming from two alleged June incidents.

What to watch: Cooper is eligible to play in Denver's Week 7 game against Arizona while his Nov. 10 court date and the league's personal conduct review remain pending.