Charges dropped for former Broncos coach Michael Wilhoite amid lawsuit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Michael Wilhoite, the former outside linebackers coach for the Denver Broncos, had charges of second-degree assault against a police officer dismissed. The incident occurred in 2025, leading to his firing after two seasons with the team. Despite the dismissal of criminal charges, Wilhoite faces a civil lawsuit from the involved officer, Jesus Galvan Chavez. If no settlement is reached, the case will go to trial in March 2027. Wilhoite was recently seen supporting former Broncos player Jonathon Cooper during a court appearance related to Cooper's own legal issues.
- •Wilhoite's charges were dropped after a 2025 incident.
- •He was fired from the Broncos following the allegations.
- •A civil lawsuit against Wilhoite is set for trial in March 2027.
- •Wilhoite attended court for Jonathon Cooper's misdemeanor case.
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-Broncos OLB coach has charges dismissed (but a lawsuit is pending)
"Former Broncos coach Michael Wilhoite, who was accused of assaulting a police officer in 2025, had the charges dropped. A civil lawsuit is pending.
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