Fired Broncos coach Michael Wilhoite may avoid prosecution in police assault case

Michael Wilhoite, outside linebackers coach for the Denver Broncos, watches players warmup before a preseason game at State Farm Stadium on August 11, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. The Arizona Cardinals hosted the Denver Broncos for their first NFL preseason game of the 2023 season. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)Former Broncos outside linebackers coach Michael Wilhoite may avoid prosecution for allegedly punching a police officer in the face at the drop-off line at Denver International Airport if he’s accepted into a diversion program.

Wilhoite is being considered for the program, but prosecutors need the victim’s permission before moving forward, Denver District Attorney’s Office…