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Williams leads in tackles Week 8	Updated 11/1/2009
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Denver LB D.J. Williams led the Broncos with 11 tackles on Sunday of Week 8 during a loss at Baltimore. Defensive back Brian Dawkins was third on the team with eight tackles.	Analysis: Williams has 57 tackles on the season to go with two sacks. He is a tackling machine and a must-start Fantasy IDP player for Week 9 at home against Pittsburgh. Dawkins is also a solid Fantasy IDP play in all leagues.

Williams picks up second sack	Updated 10/19/2009
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Denver LB D.J. Williams continued his fantastic season on Monday night in a victory at San Diego. Williams picked up five tackles and a sack.	Analysis: Williams now has two sacks on the year and, more importantly, 45 tackles. He is a tackling machine and a must-start Fantasy IDP player. Of course, the Broncos are on bye Week 7 so don't use him.

Williams already at 40 tackles	Updated 10/11/2009
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams had a team-high nine tackles (eight solo) and one quarterback hit during a Week 5 win against the Patriots. He is up to 40 tackles.	Analysis: Williams has proven to be a tackling machine for the Broncos. However, he usually doesn't get a lot of sacks or interceptions. Still, he does enough to be considered a high-end Fantasy LB.

Williams provides more than tackles	Updated 10/4/2009
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams was a playmaker Week 4 against the Cowboys, recording a sack and recovering a fumble. He also had nine solo tackles.	Analysis: Williams normally isn't a big sack guy, but he's a decent trackler and a viable starter in all Fantasy IDP leagues.

Broncos defenders pitch in	Updated 9/13/2009
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: In the Broncos' Week 1 win at the Bengals, notable defenders worth a look in Fantasy include: DB Brian Dawkins (11 total tackles), LB D.J. Williams (10 total tackles), LB Andra Davis (nine total tackles, sack), LB Mario Haggan (three total tackles, sack), DL Darrell Reid (tackle, sack) and LB Wesley Woodyard (two total tackles, interception).	Analysis: Of these defenders, Williams, Dawkins and Davis are the only ones worth a look weekly in Fantasy play; Dawkins as a No. 3 DB and Williams and Davis as a decent No. 2 LBs. The Broncos host the Browns in Week 2.

LB Williams ready to play ILB	Updated 5/28/2009
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: The Broncos value D.J. Williams' versatility at linebacker even if at times it's vexing for him. This season, he'll be asked to relocate to another new linebacking spot, his fourth change in six seasons, but he's not grumbling because Williams feels like he just landed a plum position. With Denver switching to a 3-4 formation, Williams will play inside and away from the tight end. That frees him up to roam around, react and wreak havoc. "As long as I don't have to go back to Sam (strongside), they can put me anywhere," Williams said.	Analysis: Under new defensive coordinator Mike Nolan, Williams will have more flexibility to make reads. When asked to give an overview of his duties, Williams grinned and said, "Go to the ball and make plays." Sounds similar to what Nolan allowed Ray Lewis to do when Nolan was in charge of the Baltimore Ravens' defense. Williams might be in line to re-emerge as a Fantasy stud as a run-stopper in the middle of the Broncos' defense, one that isn't going to boast a huge D-line right away. Consider him a low-end No. 2 Fantasy LB with upside. He's worth a middle- to late-round pick in IDP drafts this summer.

Broncos defenders chip in	Updated 12/29/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: The Broncos had several players contribute Sunday in the season finale at San Diego. CB Champ Bailey had seven tackles, LB Jamie Winborn had nine tackles, LB D.J. Williams had nine tackles, LB Nate Webster had five tackles, DL Elvis Dumervil had one tackle and DL Ebenezer Ekuban had five tackles and a sack.	Analysis: The Broncos defense will need to improve in 2009, but there will be some key players on defense that could be worth using in IDP leagues, notably Bailey, Williams and Webster. Keep an eye on what happens this offseason and hope that the Broncos defense improves next year.

Williams active in Week 16 vs. Buffalo	Updated 12/21/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams (knee/shoulder) was listed as active for Week 16 against Buffalo. He had been listed as probable on the injury report.	Analysis: Williams will be fighting for playing time with rookie Wesley Woodyard. He has had injury problems this season but cannot be depended on to put up Fantasy stats in IDP. Consider him a low-end option for Week 16.

Williams listed as probable for Week 16	Updated 12/19/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams is listed as probable for Week 16 against the Bills. Williams will be fighting for playing time with rookie Wesley Woodyard.	Analysis: Williams has had injury problems this season but cannot be depended on to put up Fantasy stats in IDP. Consider him a low-end option for Week 16.

Williams being replaced by Woodyard	Updated 12/12/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: According to The Denver Post LB Wesley Woodyard has made an immediate and measurable impact in his short time in Denver, playing so well in replacing D.J. Williams at weakside linebacker that coaches are trying to figure out a way to keep Woodyard on the field now that Williams is nearly recovered from a knee injury that kept him out of the past five games.	Analysis: With Woodyard's emergence and Williams still not 100%, do not get Williams active. Keep him on the bench until he takes back the starting role.

Broncos list Week 14 inactives	Updated 12/7/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: The Broncos listed the following players as inactive for Week 14 against Kansas City: DB Marlon McCree, DB Champ Bailey, RB P.J. Pope, RB Selvin Young, RB Anthony Alridge, DB Herana-Daze Jones, LB D.J. Williams and DL Tim Crowder.	Analysis: Aside from Bailey and Young, none of the players on this list figure to have a Fantasy impact the rest of the way. Leave them on the Fantasy wire until further notice.

Williams probably out against KC	Updated 12/5/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Denver LB D.J. Williams is listed as doubtful for Week 14's game against Kansas City. He was also doubtful last week against the Jets and didn't end up playing.	Analysis: Bench Williams this week because he probably isn't playing and you can consider dropping him if you have him on your team.

Broncos list Week 13 inactives	Updated 11/30/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: The Broncos listed the following players as inactive for Week 13 at the Jets: DB Marlon McCree, DB Champ Bailey, RB Selvin Young, RB Andrew Pinnock, LB D.J. Williams, LB Nate Webster, DL Nic Clemons and DL Tim Crowder.	Analysis: Aside from Bailey and Young, none of the players on this list should be considered viable Fantasy option. They are not in a position to contribute regular stats as they aren't in line for regular playing time. They've got some depth chart climbing to do and should be left on the waiver wire.

LB Williams unlikely to play Sun.	Updated 11/28/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams (knee) is listed as doubtful for Week 13 at N.Y. Jets. He only went through limited practice reps Wednesday and rested the final two sessions of the week. He has missed the last three games since injuring himself Week 9.	Analysis: Williams should miss a fourth game Week 13, but even if he dresses, he will be limited. Consider healthier alternatives. Williams was having a solid season before getting injured and turned into a high-end Fantasy LB.

Broncos list Week 12 inactives	Updated 11/23/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: The Broncos listed the following players as active for Week 12 against Oakland: DB Marlon McCree, DB Champ Bailey, RB Selvin Young, DB Calvin Lowry, LB D.J. Williams, LB Nate Webster, LB Nic Clemons and DL Tim Crowder.	Analysis: Aside from Bailey and Young, none of the players on this list should be considered viable Fantasy options. They are not in a position to contribute regular stats as they aren't in line for regular playing time. They've got some depth chart climbing to do and should be left on the waiver wire.

Three Broncos defenders out again	Updated 11/21/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB Nate Webster (knee), DB Marlon McCree (ankle) and LB D.J. Williams (knee) have all been ruled out for Week 12 vs. Oakland. All three players were also out Week 11 at Atlanta.	Analysis: Webster and Williams are both valuable parts of the Denver defense and viable Fantasy LBs when healthy. Keep them reserved for Week 11 and continue to track their progress moving forward. McCree is a really low-end Fantasy DB when healthy.

Broncos without three top defenders	Updated 11/16/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: The Broncos have declared three of their best defenders -- LB D.J. Williams (knee), LB Nate Webster (knee) and DB Champ Bailey (groin) -- inactive for Week 11 at Atlanta. They had already ruled out Williams and Webster earlier in the week.	Analysis: Williams, Webster and Bailey might be the best three defensive players on the Broncos, with Williams and Webster especially valuable in Fantasy because of their tackles, so the already poor Broncos DST might struggle more than usual this week. Reserve it along with these three players.

Three Broncos out vs. Falcons	Updated 11/14/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams (knee), LB Nate Webster (knee) and DB Marlon McCree (ankle) have all been ruled out for Week 11 at Atlanta.	Analysis: Webster and Williams are both valuable parts of the Denver defense and viable Fantasy LBs when healthy. Keep them reserved for Week 11 and continue to track their progress moving forward. McCree is a really low-end Fantasy DB when healthy.

Bailey, Williams among inactives	Updated 11/6/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: The Broncos listed WR Chad Jackson, WR Glenn Martinez, DB Marlon McCree, DB Champ Bailey, LB D.J. Williams, DL Josh Shaw and DL Tim Crowder among their inactives for Week 10 at Cleveland.	Analysis: Bailey (groin) and Williams (knee) both have some appeal in Fantasy IDP leagues, but both will likely miss a few more weeks with their injuries. None of these other players matters in Fantasy even when active.

Williams out up to a month	Updated 11/4/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: The Broncos lost leading tackler D.J. Williams for up to a month with a left knee injury on Sunday.	Analysis: Williams is one of the premier tacklers in a league and a must-start in Fantasy IDP leagues. He should now be avoided in Fantasy until he can return and you will have to find other options at the LB spot for Week 10 at Cleveland.

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LB Williams undergoes MRI on knee	Updated 11/3/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams had an MRI on his left knee Monday after playing against the Dolphins in Week 9. Williams' agent, Tony Fleming, wasn't sure about the severity of the injury. "There's no word on how bad or how long he's out," Fleming said. "Too early to say." Fellow linebacker Jamie Winborn said he's spoken with the Broncos' defensive leader and said he's in good spirits. "He feels confident he can come back and make a healthy return," Winborn said.	Analysis: Williams is one of the premier tacklers in a league and a must-start in Fantasy IDP leagues. Keep a close eye on this injury. He looks like a risky start heading into Week 10 at Cleveland.

Williams has another monster game	Updated 10/21/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams racked up 16 tackles -- 10 solo -- Week 7 at New England. He also recorded half a sack, giving him 2 1/2 on the season.	Analysis: Williams is one of the most underrated linebackers in the league and a must-start in Fantasy IDP formats. Keep him active for his monster tackle totals.

Williams has eight tackles	Updated 10/12/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams had eight tackles Sunday against the Jaguars. Williams also recovered a fumble.	Analysis: Williams is a good source of tackles but little else. Still, consider using Williams in Week 7 at New England.

Williams has another 10-tackle game	Updated 10/5/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams had a team-high 11 tackles (nine solo) and one pass defense during a Week 5 win against the Bucs. He also had a sack, his second of the season.	Analysis: Williams now has two games with 10 or more tackles in 2008 and has transitioned well back to the weak side. He is a good source of tackles and remains a viable Fantasy LB.

Williams racks up the tackles	Updated 9/23/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: The Sports Xchange reports that LB D.J. Williams had 16 tackles against New Orleans in Week 3. His third-down tackle for loss against Saints running back Pierre Thomas in the fourth quarter, a play before Martin Gramatica missed a go-ahead field goal, was one of the biggest plays of the game.	Analysis: Williams is playing well since moving back to the weak side. He is a good source of tackles but little else. Consider him a No. 3 LB in IDP leagues in Week 4 against Kansas City.

Williams records 16 tackles Sunday	Updated 9/21/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Denver LB D.J. Williams had a big day for the Broncos in a win over the Saints Sunday of Week 3. Williams recorded 16 total tackles to lead the Broncos.	Analysis: Williams is a good source of tackles but little else. Consider him a No. 3 LB in IDP leagues in Week 4 against Kansas City.

Williams has five tackles	Updated 9/14/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams had five tackles Sunday against the Chargers.	Analysis: Williams is a good source of tackles but little else. Consider him a No. 3 LB in IDP leagues in Week 3 against the Saints.

Williams pulls down the QB	Updated 9/9/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams had seven tackles (five solo) and one sack during a Week 1 win against the Raiders.	Analysis: The Broncos moved Williams from middle linebacker to outside linebacker in the offseason for exactly what he did Week 1 -- put more pressure on the QB. Williams might not have as many tackles as he has had in the past, but with the added sacks, he still remains a viable No. 2 Fantasy LB.

D.J. Williams moving outside	Updated 3/7/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Although coach Mike Shanahan has said the organization is shifting its emphasis from free agency to the draft to fill its many needs after missing the playoffs two straight years, the Broncos shored up their linebacker corps with experience. They already had signed free agent Niko Koutouvides, who will get a chance to start at middle linebacker, and waived Ian Gold, who spent seven seasons in Denver sandwiched around a season in Tampa Bay in 2004. Boss Bailey will play strong side linebacker in Denver, and D.J. Williams will move back to the weak side after a year in the middle.	Analysis: Williams had over 100 total tackles last year in the middle but never got that high in three years playing outside. His stats will decrease in 2008, making him no better than a bye-week replacement LB in standard '08 IDP league play.

D.J. Williams does well inside	Updated 2/11/2008
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams played well in 2007 after moving from outside linebacker to middle linebacker. Williams led the Broncos with 141 tackles (106 solo) and also added one sack, one interception and two forced fumbles. It was a new career-high for Williams in tackles.	Analysis: Williams established himself as a No. 1 LB, but there's a possibility he could be moved back outside. Keep an eye on what develops heading into 2008, but if he remains a MLB he would have tremendous Fantasy value.

Broncos defenders do their part	Updated 12/25/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Notable Broncos defenders from their Week 16 loss at San Diego include: LB D.J. Williams (12 total tackles), CB Champ Bailey (eight solo tackles), LB Jamie Winborn (seven solo tackles), CB Domonique Foxworth (three solo tackles, forced fumble), DT Marcus Thomas (three solo tackles, fumble recovery) and DE Josh Mallard (two solo tackles, sack). DE Elvis Dumervil and DT Tim Crowder each had half a sack.	Analysis: Of these players, Williams, Bailey and Dumervil are worthwhile Fantasy options. The Broncos host the run-savvy Vikings in Week 17.

LB Williams nets nine tackles	Updated 12/14/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams totaled nine tackles (seven solo) during a Week 15 loss to the Texans. It was the seventh time this season he had nine or more tackles. He now has 121 tackles in 14 games.	Analysis: Williams is having a career season playing Mike linebacker and has emerged as a viable No. 2 Fantasy LB. He should see plenty of plays come his way Week 16 against the Chargers as San Diego will use a steady diet of LaDainian Tomlinson.

Broncos defenders lead way in rout	Updated 12/9/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB Nate Webster (six tackles), LB Jamie Winborn (three tackles), LB D.J. Williams (three tackles), DL Tim Crowder (tackle, fumble recovery) and DL Steven Harris (tackle, fumble recovery) led the way defensively for Denver in their 41-7 win over the Chiefs in Week 14.	Analysis: Williams is the only player in this group with anything more than minimal Fantasy value, and should be considered a No. 3 Fantasy LB in IDP leagues for Week 15's game at Houston.

D.J. Williams has very nice day	Updated 12/2/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams was one of the lone bright spots defensively for the Broncos as he led his team with 16 tackles and recovered a fumble in Denver's 34-20 loss to the Raiders in Week 13.	Analysis: Williams is a solid No. 2 LB in IDP leagues and should be started in Week 14 vs. Kansas City.

D.J. Williams has 11 tackles	Updated 11/25/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams had 11 tackles Sunday at Chicago.	Analysis: Williams is a solid No. 2 LB in IDP leagues and should be started in Week 13 at Oakland.

Broncos D leads way in win	Updated 11/11/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Notable Broncos defenders from their Week 10 win at Kansas City include: LB Nate Webster (five solo tackles, fumble-return for a touchdown), DB Hamza Abdullah (eight solo tackles, forced fumble), DT Tim Crowder (three solo tackles, two sacks), LB Ian Gold (six solo tackles, sack), LB D.J. Williams (seven total tackles), CB Dre Bly (five solo tackles, interception), DE Elvis Dumervil (one tackle, one sack, one forced fumble) and CB Champ Bailey (three solo tackles, interception). DB Karl Paymah also had a pick.	Analysis: There's a lot of defenders here, but the most reliable ones in the bunch are Williams, Bly and Bailey. The rest aren't productive enough on a regular basis for IDP league play.

Williams readies to tackle Chiefs	Updated 11/9/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams (finger) is listed as probable for Week 10 at Kansas City. He went through full practices all week. Williams has 68 tackles, one sack, one interception and one forced fumble in eight games.	Analysis: Williams continues to man the middle for the Broncos, and barring any setbacks, will once again do so against the Chiefs. Consider him a No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy LB when healthy.

Williams has minor finger injury	Updated 11/8/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams (finger) went through a full practice Wednesday and Thursday as the team prepares for Week 10 at Kansas City. Williams has 68 tackles, one sack, one interception and one forced fumble in eight games.	Analysis: Williams continues to man the middle for the Broncos, and barring any setbacks, will once again do so against the Chiefs. Consider him a No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy LB when healthy. Continue to track his progress.

D.J. Williams recovers fumble	Updated 11/4/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams had nine tackles and recovered a fumble Sunday.	Analysis: Williams is a No. 2 LB in IDP leagues and should be started in Week 10 at Kansas City.

Broncos expect to play LB Williams	Updated 11/2/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams (shoulder) is listed as probable for Week 9 at Detroit. He went through full practices all week. Williams, who has yet to miss a game, has 59 tackles, one sack and one interception in seven contests.	Analysis: Williams continues to man the middle for the Broncos, and barring any setbacks, will once again do so against the Lions. Consider him a No. 3 Fantasy LB when healthy.

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Shoulder injury doesn't limit LB	Updated 10/31/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams (shoulder) went through a full practice Wednesday and Thursday as the team prepares for Week 9 at Detroit. Williams, who has yet to miss a game, has 59 tackles, one sack and one interception in seven contests.	Analysis: Williams continues to man the middle for the Broncos, and barring any setbacks, will once again do so against the Lions. Consider him a No. 3 Fantasy LB when healthy. Continue to track his progress.

D.J. Williams gets eight tackles	Updated 10/30/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams had eight tackles -- six solo -- in a Week 8 loss against the Packers.	Analysis: Williams has 59 tackles on the season and usually gets enough to merit starting consideration in Fantasy IDP leagues. The Broncos visit the Lions in Week 9.

LB Williams posts an interception	Updated 10/22/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: D.J. Williams posted seven solo tackles and two assists in Week 7 against the Steelers and he also ended up with an interception and two passes defensed.	Analysis: Williams has been a tackle machine for the Broncos, especially in recent games. He is a solid No. 2 or 3 Fantasy linebacker in deeper IDP leagues. The Broncos host the Packers in Week 8.

Just tackles for these Broncos	Updated 10/7/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Notable Broncos defenders from Week 5 vs. San Diego include: DB Nick Ferguson (seven total tackles), LB Ian Gold (eight total tackles), LB Nate Webster (six total tackles) and SS John Lynch (four total tackles). LB D.J. Williams also had four total tackles.	Analysis: All of these players are pretty much low-end IDP options. The Broncos are on bye in Week 6 but play vs. Pittsburgh in Week 7. Reconsider these players then.

D.J. Williams has 13 tackles	Updated 9/30/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Denver LB D.J. Williams led the Broncos with 13 tackles Sunday against the Colts.	Analysis: Williams seems to be the only one making tackles for the Broncos. Consider him a good start for Week 5 against San Diego.

D.J. Williams sacks Losman	Updated 9/9/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams had an impressive debut at middle linebacker Week 1 against the Bills. Williams, who moved over from outside linebacker, managed nine tackles. He also sacked Bills QB J.P. Losman in the first quarter.	Analysis: The Broncos were concerned about Williams' transition to Mike linebacker, but he showed them Sunday. He has the talent to succeed in the middle and could develop into a real stat monster. Consider him a solid No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy LB in IDP leagues.

D.J. Williams struggles at MLB	Updated 8/21/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: D.J. Williams isn't making anybody forget about Al Wilson. The Broncos' middle linebacker has been slow to adjust to his new position after moving over from strongside linebacker when Wilson, the team's captain, emotional leader and top tackler a year ago, was waived in the offseason because of an injured neck and high salary. Williams, who played strongside linebacker last season, has made just three tackles in two exhibition games. The Broncos' front-line defense has allowed four touchdowns and two field goals in nine possessions against San Francisco and Dallas.	Analysis: Broncos coach Mike Shanahan said he probably won't know until the regular season how much of a natural fit the middle is for Williams, who has played his entire career on the outside. He suggested it would be easy to move Williams back to his old spot if necessary. Williams should rack up more tackles in the middle then he did outside. Consider him a decent sleeper at LB in IDP Fantasy leagues because of the move.

D.J. Williams moves inside	Updated 5/22/2007
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: The Broncos have undergone an extreme makeover on defense this offseason. They released middle linebacker and team captain Al Wilson for health and salary cap reasons and moved outside linebacker D.J. Williams to the middle.	Analysis: Williams should rack up more tackles in the middle then he did outside. Consider him a decent sleeper at LB in IDP leagues because of the move.

Broncos defenders help out	Updated 12/10/2006
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Notable Broncos defenders from Week 15 include: LB D.J. Williams (eight solo tackles), LB Ian Gold (six solo tackles), CB Domonique Foxworth (seven total tackles), SS John Lynch (10 total tackles) and CB Darrent Williams (five solo tackles, sack). Champ Bailey added two solo tackles.	Analysis: Of these players, all but Foxworth are worth using in Fantasy play. However, Lynch, Bailey and Gold are the ones that should be starting in all IDP leagues. Use these guys at Arizona in Week 15.

Broncos defenders put up stats	Updated 11/24/2006
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Notable Broncos defenders from Week 12 at Kansas City include: CB Darrent Williams (nine solo tackles, interception), CB Champ Bailey (six tackles), DE Ebenezer Ekuban (seven total tackles, sack), LB Ian Gold (six solo tackles), LB D.J. Williams (five solo tackles) and SS John Lynch (six total tackles).	Analysis: All of these players are options in some form or another in IDP league play, with Bailey a must-start option, Darrent Williams and Ian Gold reliable No. 2 or 3 choices, and the rest quality reserve IDP'ers. The Broncos host the Seahawks in Week 13.

Broncos DST forces six turnovers	Updated 11/5/2006
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: The Broncos DST got three interceptions and three fumble recoveries against Pittsburgh. DB Darrent Williams had eight tackles and two fumble recoveries. DB Champ Bailey had seven tackles and two interceptions. DB Curome Cox had one tackle, one fumble recovery and an interception. DL Kenard Lang had five tackles and two sacks. LB Al Wilson had nine tackles. LB D.J. Williams had eight tackles. DL Elvis Dumervil had one tackle and a sack. DL Demetrin Veal had four tackles and a sack.	Analysis: The Broncos have a great matchup in Week 10 against Oakland. Consider them a must-start and use all their usual IDP players.

Broncos defenders banged up	Updated 11/1/2006
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB Al Wilson (thumb), LB D.J. Williams (foot), LB Ian Gold (hamstring) and DL Gerard Warren (toe) are listed as probable for Week 9 at Pittsburgh.	Analysis: Wilson has tallied a decent amount of tackles (49) this season but has not had a sack or interception. Consider him a No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy LB for Week 9. The same can be said for Gold (48) and Williams (36). Warren on the other hand is not a strong Fantasy option at this time.

LB Williams has 15 tackles	Updated 10/6/2006
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: Broncos LB D.J. Williams appears to be settling in on the strong side of the defense. Williams was a weak-side linebacker his whole life, then played some on the strong side last year and is there full time this season.	Analysis: Williams has 15 tackles through three games. Not a bad start at his new position, but Fantasy owners will need more production from a LB position. Keep an eye on Williams, but look to other LBs to start for the time being.

D.J. Williams forces fumble	Updated 12/18/2005
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: D.J. Williams made six tackles and forced a fumble in Week 15 at Buffalo.	Analysis: Williams is not a top-50 Fantasy linebacker; Ian Gold is Denver's best IDP choice.

D.J. might miss game	Updated 12/14/2005
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: D.J. Williams is probable for Week 15 at Buffalo.	Analysis: Williams is not a top-50 Fantasy linebacker; Ian Gold is Denver's best IDP choice.

LB Williams to be busy	Updated 12/9/2005
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: LB D.J. Williams has played more against running teams, and he should get plenty of playing time against Baltimore. Williams doesn't play in Denver's nickel defensive packages.	Analysis: Williams is not a top-50 Fantasy linebacker; Ian Gold is Denver's best IDP choice.

D.J. Williams signs Tuesday	Updated 7/28/2004
D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
News: The Denver Broncos have agreed to a contract with first-round selection D.J. Williams on Tuesday, according to the team's official website.	Analysis: Williams might make a solid addition in leagues which utilize individual defenders. The speedy, athletic Williams will likely step right into the Denver defense and start this season.

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D.J. Williams, ILB DEN
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