Broncos edge rusher Jonathon Cooper pleads not guilty on all charges — how long could he be out?
Jonathan Cooper pleads not guilty, officially setting a November trial that will stretch deep into the Broncos’ season. The Drive breaks down how Denver prepared for this moment — and why the team has already been ramping up reps for Jonah Elliss, Que Robinson, and Dondrea Tillman
George Paton explains the Broncos’ confidence in their depth, highlighting Elliss’ rise, Q Robinson’s late‑season flashes, and the group’s role in leading the league in sacks over the last two years.
This is the full breakdown of the Broncos’ pass‑rush contingency plan — the tension of losing Cooper, the excitement around the young edge rushers, and the strategy that could keep Denver’s defense afloat.
Cooper pleads not guilty; trial set for November 10–13
Jonah Elliss’ rapid development
George Paton on supporting Cooper and trusting the depth
Broncos exploring practice‑squad and external options
Broncos Country — weigh in:
• Can Elliss and Q Robinson carry the early‑season load
• How worried are you about the pass rush without Cooper
• And who should Denver add to bolster the depth
