One day after the Denver Broncos finalized their initial 53-man roster for the 2026 season, outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper pleaded not guilty to all charges related to his felony assault case in a Douglas County courtroom on Monday, according to KUSA-TV's Mike Klis. Cooper's trial by jury has been set for Nov. 10, 12 and 13, during Denver's bye week.
Following two arrests this summer, Cooper is facing five total charges related to two alleged incidents involving his former girlfriend: (1) second-degree assault: strangulation (felony); (2) third-degree assault: knowingly or recklessly causing injury; (3) criminal mischief; (4) violating a protective order; and (5) harassment (repeated phone calls).
Cooper could face a suspension from the NFL
following his two arrests, but the NFL usually waits until after the legal process has completed before making suspension decisions.
In the meantime, Cooper has been placed on the commissioner's exempt list. Cooper does not count against the 53-man roster, and he is not eligible to practice or play in games while on the exempt list.
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