Broncos OLB Jonathon Cooper faces new assault charges

Denver Broncos outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper faces additional charges including felony second-degree assault by strangulation and misdemeanor third-degree assault. This follows his arrest last week in connection with a domestic incident involving his girlfriend. Initially charged with misdemeanor criminal mischief, Cooper has pleaded not guilty and is scheduled for trial in late July. Broncos head coach Sean Payton noted that the league will be involved in the process, although he has not yet discussed the situation with the team. The team is preparing for mandatory minicamp next week.

• 4:42 AMYahoo Sports — Broncos OLB Jonathon Cooper is facing additional charges of second-degree assault by strangulation and misdemeanor third-degree assault