Overview

• Michael Wilhoite, the Denver Broncos' outside linebackers coach, was fired on Wednesday after being arrested on February 23 for allegedly assaulting a police officer.
• The incident occurred at Denver International Airport after Wilhoite left his vehicle unattended in a drop-off lane and reportedly became aggressive when approached by a police officer.
• According to police reports, Wilhoite allegedly told the officer to 'shut up,' bumped his chest into him, and punched him in the face, leading to visible injuries for the officer.
• Wilhoite faces charges including second-degree assault of a police officer, obstruction of a peace officer, and criminal mischief, with his next court date set for March 10.
• Wilhoite, a former NFL player and coach since 2019, had been with the Broncos since 2023 after previous coaching roles with the New Orleans Saints and Los Angeles Chargers.