Add The New York Post on Google Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper was arrested Thursday night after he allegedly violated a protection order against him, according to Douglas County (Colo.) jail records.
Cooper was arrested on misdemeanor charges of violation of a protection order and harassment (repeated telephone calls) — which came a week after he and his girlfriend were arrested June 4 by Parker Police following an argument and physical confrontation.
Two additional charges of felony second-degree assault by strangulation and misdemeanor third-degree assault were added against Cooper on Thursday, per court records.
Cooper, who signed a four-year, $60 million extension in 2024, has a court hearing Friday morning.
He attended Thursday’s practice for the Broncos’ offseason program — and coach Sean Payton said he had a “long visit” with Cooper about the arrest, according to ESPN.
Jonathan Cooper #0 of the Denver Broncos rushes the passer during an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Empower Field At Mile High on September 29, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. Getty Images Jonathan Cooper from his June 4 arrest. Douglas County Sheriff's Office “We are disappointed to learn of Jonathon Cooper’s arrest on Thursday and continue to review this matter,” the Broncos said in a statement.
Cooper pleaded not guilty to his original misdemeanor domestic violence charges on Monday.
