Fort Myers Naples, FL, August 30, 2026 — Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper has been placed on the National Football League’s Commissioner’s Exempt List, a decision that will see him miss the start of the upcoming season. This action comes as Cooper faces felony charges related to strangulation and domestic violence. The team has not yet provided a specific statement regarding Cooper’s placement on the list or the future implications for his roster status.

The Commissioner’s Exempt List is a designation used by the NFL to temporarily remove a player from the team’s active roster while allowing the player to remain under contract and receive pay. This status is typically invoked when a player is facing serious legal issues, allowing the league and the team to address the situation while legal proceedings unfold. The duration a player remains on this list can vary depending on the nature of the charges and the progress of any investigation or legal process.

Details regarding the specific circumstances leading to the charges against Jonathon Cooper, including dates and locations, were not immediately available in the provided summary. The legal proceedings are expected to determine the next steps for both the player and the Denver Broncos organization. The NFL’s personal conduct policy often guides how the league responds to players accused of significant offenses.

Cooper, who has been a part of the Broncos roster, will now be sidelined from team activities as the legal process moves forward. The team’s response and the league’s subsequent actions will likely be closely watched as the season approaches. The exact timeline for Cooper’s potential return to play remains undetermined and is contingent on the resolution of the charges he is facing.


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