Englewood, CO (Sports Network) - The Denver Broncos announced they have
released linebacker D.J. Williams and quarterback Caleb Hanie on Monday.
"We appreciate the contributions made by D.J. Williams during his time with
the Broncos," said Broncos executive vice president of football operations
John Elway. "He was a solid player with this team for a number of years,
showing a lot of versatility at linebacker. Our organization wishes D.J. all
the best going forward."
Williams, 30, played in seven games last season before being suspended by the
NFL for failing a mandatory league drug test.
Over a nine-year career, all with Denver, Williams has recorded 824 tackles,
20 1/2 sacks and two interceptions.
Hanie, 27, was inactive for all 16 games in 2012. In 10 games -- including
four starts -- with the Bears (2008-11) and Broncos, he has 679 passing yards,
three touchdowns, 10 interceptions and a 50.9 completion percentage.
The Sports Network