Cooper Exempt as Legal Storm Hits | Denver Broncos News

Jonathon Cooper, Denver Broncos outside linebacker, is sidelined by the NFL after being placed on the commissioner’s exempt list due to serious legal charges stemming from two incidents with his former girlfriend — including felony assault with strangulation. While he remains paid and can still be around the team, he’s barred from playing or participating in practices as the Broncos gear up for their season opener. Coach Sean Payton even gave him limited snaps in the final preseason game, hinting at his importance — but backups are ready to step in. Cooper is expected to plead not guilty soon, and his legal battle is far from over. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/041d9b2b395cf596