NFL Removes Broncos’ Cooper From Exempt List

The NFL removed Denver Broncos outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper from the commissioner's exempt list on Friday, October 16, 2026, per the transaction wire and Mike Klis. Cooper had been placed on the list after two June arrests related to alleged domestic violence and missed the first six games. He can resume practicing and is eligible to potentially play in Denver's Week 7 game against Arizona. The team has a one-week roster exemption to decide whether to add him to the 53-man roster. The legal case and the NFL's personal-conduct review remain ongoing. The roster change does not end that review. Cooper could still face league discipline, and time on the exempt list may count toward a future suspension. Contested: none found. Packers running back Josh Jacobs was also removed from the exempt list the same day, according to Tom Pelissero and Adam Schefter.