Jonathon Cooper misses Broncos minicamp due to legal issues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 6:33 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Broncos edge rusher Jonathon Cooper is absent from the team's mandatory minicamp this week due to ongoing legal issues. Cooper has been excused from practice after two recent arrests, one for domestic violence and another for violating a protective order. He faces serious charges, including felony second-degree assault. Broncos head coach Sean Payton stated that the team will adhere to the league's protocol regarding Cooper's situation, which may result in disciplinary action according to the NFL's Personal Conduct Policy.
- •Jonathon Cooper is excused from Broncos minicamp practices.
- •He was arrested this month on domestic violence charges.
- •Cooper faces additional charges for violating a protective order.
- •Broncos coach Sean Payton commented on possible league discipline.
- •The situation may impact Cooper's status with the team moving forward.
- 7:04 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos LB Jonathon Cooper reportedly excused from mandatory minicamp after domestic-violence arrests
- 6:33 PMYahoo Sports — Jonathon Cooper will not participate in Broncos minicamp
"Broncos edge rusher Jonathon Cooper's legal issues will keep him off the field for the team's mandatory minicamp this week.
"Jonathon Cooper has 27 sacks for the Broncos over the last three seasons.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 7:04 PMBroncos LB Jonathon Cooper reportedly excused from mandatory minicamp after domestic-violence arrests
Jonathon Cooper has 27 sacks for the Broncos over the last three seasons.
- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 6:33 PMJonathon Cooper will not participate in Broncos minicamp
Broncos edge rusher Jonathon Cooper's legal issues will keep him off the field for the team's mandatory minicamp this week.
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