Jonathon Cooper's participation in Denver Broncos' minicamp was waived due to recent arrest incidents, prompting comments from head coach Sean Payton during a press conference on Tuesday morning.
Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper's attendance at minicamp was waived due to his recent arrest history, a topic addressed by head coach Sean Payton during a press conference on June 17.
Related ↗Garrick Higgo's absence from the U.S. Open explained by a surprising reason.Jonathon Cooper's participation was excused by the team relative to his situation. The decision allows him to focus on personal matters, as the organization has been in close communication with the league office, local law enforcement, and has held multiple meetings regarding the allegations.
The team's ownership group has set a high standard for behavior, one that is non-negotiable. Gathering more information about the allegations against Jonathon Cooper is an ongoing process. We will assess the situation as new details emerge, taking into account the severity of the claims. Our organization takes these matters very seriously and will proceed with caution, allowing time for a thorough investigation to unfold.
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Charged on June 11 with harassment, Jonathon Cooper faced allegations of repeatedly making unwanted phone calls and breaching a protective order. Following his arrest, he spent an overnight stay in the Douglas County Jail prior to a court appearance.
When questioned about Jonathon Cooper, Payton declined to elaborate, instead referring all inquiries to ongoing investigations being conducted by both the NFL and local authorities.
Upcoming court dates for Jonathon Cooper are July 6 and July 14, while a trial is slated to commence on July 22, shortly preceding the Broncos' training camp kickoff.
Denver's Jonathon Cooper, aged 28, has consistently been a starter for the team over the last three years, with an impressive record of 81 games played, including 65 starts, since his draft in 2021's seventh round.
Last season's impressive stats from Jonathon Cooper include eight sacks, 50 tackles and 16 quarterback hits. His overall career numbers are substantial: 31.5 sacks, 63 QB hits, 266 tackles, three fumble recoveries with a touchdown among them, two forced fumbles and one interception.
Jonathon Cooper inked a lucrative four-year contract worth $60 million last November.
