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Broncos Coach Michael Wilhoite Charged with Assaulting Police Officer

The Denver linebackers coach allegedly punched an officer during an airport altercation and now faces a felony charge.

  • Michael Wilhoite, 38, was arrested on February 23 at Denver International Airport for allegedly assaulting a police officer.
  • The incident began when Wilhoite left his vehicle unattended in a drop-off lane, prompting a confrontation with the officer.
  • According to reports, Wilhoite verbally confronted the officer, chest-bumped him, and then punched him in the face after being pushed back.
  • The officer used a Taser on Wilhoite, who briefly drove away but was later arrested and booked on a second-degree assault charge.
  • Wilhoite, a former NFL player and Broncos assistant coach since 2023, posted bail and is scheduled to appear in court on March 10.
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