Broncos' Jonathon Cooper Returns to Practice After Arrests

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper returned to practice Wednesday after missing the team’s first six games while on the commissioner’s exempt list following two June arrests on domestic-violence-related charges. He faces a felony assault-by-strangulation charge and other charges, has pleaded not guilty, and is scheduled to stand trial in early March. Cooper said he had “no excuses,” apologized to people concerned about his return and said he holds himself accountable; he also expressed gratitude that the Broncos and his teammates stood by him. He is eligible to play against Arizona on Sunday, though the team must make a roster move, and the NFL’s review of his conduct remains ongoing and could result in discipline.