NFL lifts Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper's exemption, clearing his return
Denver's Jonathon Cooper is eligible to play again after being removed from the commissioner's exempt list. He had missed the first six games.
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What happened
The NFL removed Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper from the Commissioner Exempt List on Friday, reportedly reinstating him. Cooper had been placed on the list over alleged domestic violence and missed Denver's first six games of the season. He is now eligible to return for Week 7 against the Cardinals.
Why it matters
Cooper's reinstatement makes him available to play for the Broncos again. The reports give no further consequences.
Coverage
- Broncos' Cooper removed from exempt list, could still face league discipline (espn.com)
- NFL removes Broncos OLB Jonathon Cooper from Commissioner's Exempt List (Yahoo Sports)
- Broncos' Jonathon Cooper Eligible to Return from NFL Exempt List for Week 7 vs. Cardinals (bleacherreport.com)
- NFL reportedly reinstates Broncos' Jonathon Cooper after LB was placed on commissioner's exempt list for alleged domestic violence (Yahoo Sports)
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