Darrent Williams - The Orange Mane

Bronx33 · 08-14-2005, 03:09 PM

Your thoughts?

TheReverend · 08-14-2005, 03:31 PM

One great return, another return he shouldve fair caught, but it was his first pro-game... hell adjust and get a better feel for it. Played solid at corner. Im really looking forward to watching my favorite midget grow up with the Broncos.

Ballhawk · 08-14-2005, 03:33 PM

He is the energizer bunny! At DB or returner he brings exciteent and effort and is a gamer. I think all four of these DBs (Browner included) are going to ake up a core part of our D for years to come.

Kaylore · 08-14-2005, 03:42 PM

He's young and is too agressive. Most of his mistakes are because he's trying too hard to make a big play. As he learns to curb his enthusiasm he will be a solid player with big play potential - espcially in the return game. Now if we can just get him some coverage...

TheReverend · 08-14-2005, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaylore

He's young and is too agressive. Most of his mistakes are because he's trying too hard to make a big play. As he learns to curb his enthusiasm he will be a solid player with big play potential - espcially in the return game. Now if we can just get him some coverage...

I love guys who have the balls to chance it all going for the big play.

elsid13 · 08-14-2005, 03:45 PM

As Lynch said "we have a player"

watermock · 08-14-2005, 03:55 PM

Everything I have read about all 4 is they are all hard workers and have talent. It's about time. Funny how we finally seem to have gotten some decent corner picks now that David Gibbs was shown the door.

Kaylore · 08-14-2005, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by watermock

Everything I have read about all 4 is they are all hard workers and have talent. It's about time. Funny how we finally seem to have gotten some decent corner picks now that David Gibbs was shown the door.

That's what I was thinking. I don't know if that's related, but after we dropped Gibbs we averaged and interception a game and already our draft prospects look light years better. I mean the concept that one of our drafted corners could contribute right away seems foreign to most fans. I'm not regretting the movee, that's for sure.

Tredici · 08-14-2005, 04:01 PM

He still looks too small to carry the number 27.

But he plays with big heart.

broncofan4life · 08-14-2005, 04:04 PM

something we haven't had since D. Gordon a good punt returner.

Play2win · 08-14-2005, 04:12 PM

Amazing he went against Dre' in his FIRST pro game!!

I didn't see the game, but by all acounts, he held his own against somebody about twice his size.

For the people that did see the game, how exactly did he do against this NFL protypical physical WR?

watermock · 08-14-2005, 04:17 PM

It's always fun when a little guy is tough as nails. I keep hoping and praying for anything close to Darrell Green. Yeah, it's crazy, but there are some similarities. He was bashed early for being drafted in the first, and struggled early, but seemed to have a decent career.

TheReverend · 08-14-2005, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Play2Win

Amazing he went against Dre' in his FIRST pro game!!

I didn't see the game, but by all acounts, he held his own against somebody about twice his size.

For the people that did see the game, how exactly did he do against this NFL protypical physical WR?

He gave a good 12 yard cushion but hes so quick he could close quickly... plays smart and keeps his head on a swivel between the QB and his man without any need for read steps. Hes a confident gambler too... I think we need that. Champ can shut em down in cover but I also want someone who will go after the ball everytime its in the air. He should be a perfect nickle and a solid starter in years to come.

Bronco LB 59 · 08-14-2005, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaylore

He's young and is too agressive. Most of his mistakes are because he's trying too hard to make a big play. As he learns to curb his enthusiasm he will be a solid player with big play potential - espcially in the return game. Now if we can just get him some coverage...

This is a great take on Darrent. I share the same sentiments. Darrent will have his hard knocks like all rookie corners do. He'll counter some of those ugly plays with big plays. Considering the lack of turnovers over the years, I don't think having an athlete who takes a few risks is such a bad thing. I guarantee there will fans tearing him apart as soon as he gets burned Terrell Buckley style in a regular season game.

TheReverend · 08-14-2005, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Bronco LB 52

This is a great take on Darrent. I share the same sentiments. Darrent will have his hard knocks like all rookie corners do. He'll counter some of those ugly plays with big plays. Considering the lack of turnovers over the years, I don't think having an athlete who takes a few risks is such a bad thing. I guarantee there will fans tearing him apart as soon as he gets burned Terrell Buckley style in a regular season game.

Hey, hey! Cut him some slack. We have hard hitting safeties for a reason. Let the little man ball.

Kaylore · 08-14-2005, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Bronco LB 52

This is a great take on Darrent. I share the same sentiments. Darrent will have his hard knocks like all rookie corners do. He'll counter some of those ugly plays with big plays. Considering the lack of turnovers over the years, I don't think having an athlete who takes a few risks is such a bad thing. I guarantee there will fans tearing him apart as soon as he gets burned Terrell Buckley style in a regular season game.

In Larry Coyer's interview (one of the best Coach interviews I've seen and a must watch for all Bronco fans) he states very clearly that they are going to gamble more this year. He says that you have to in order create plays that win you games and I think Darrent's possition ahead of Foxworth speaks to that philosophy.

Ballhawk · 08-14-2005, 04:27 PM

Darrent seems like a player that can get in a zone and really be a spark plug, which is a rare thing out of a D player. He can make plays that will pump up his teammates. I really like this kid and expect him to play very well this year, rare for a rookie.

watermock · 08-14-2005, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaylore

In Larry Coyer's interview (one of the best Coach interviews I've seen and a must watch for all Bronco fans) he states very clearly that they are going to gamble more this year. He says that you have to in order create plays that win you games and I think Darrent's possition ahead of Foxworth speaks to that philosophy.

Khan, you should know as well as anyone that taking unnecessary risks can bite you in the ass.

TheReverend · 08-14-2005, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by watermock

Khan, you should know as well as anyone that taking unnecessary risks can bite you in the ass.

I think that icon was made for you, Mock. Perimeter players NEED to gamble on their own abilities or they'll get beat almost every time. Short-term memory is taught to CBs for a reason...

Kaylore · 08-14-2005, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by watermock

Khan, you should know as well as anyone that taking unnecessary risks can bite you in the ass.

Right but the key word is unnecessary. If you never gambled you would never blitz, jump routes or doing anything with big play potential. Indeed taking risks is part of football, though Marty Shottenheimer won't tell you that.

watermock · 08-14-2005, 04:38 PM

I'm talking about your behavior in Wrath of Khan when you should of cut line and taken the Enterprise away at warp speed. But noo! You had to get greedy.

Kaylore · 08-14-2005, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by watermock

I'm talking about your behavior in Wrath of Khan when you should of cut line and taken the Enterprise away at warp speed. But noo! You had to get greedy.

He laughed at my intelligence! I'm sorry but that's inexcusable!

Bronco LB 59 · 08-14-2005, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by TheReverend

Hey, hey! Cut him some slack. We have hard hitting safeties for a reason. Let the little man ball.

Don't get me wrong, I like Darrent's attitude and style of play. I was a big fan of his when he played in Stillwater. I am just merely pointing out both the positives and negatives of playing a rookie who is going to take some gambles.

All rookies get burned and I hope fans don't turn on Darrent if he has a few ugly moments this season.

On the bright side, Darrent is going to step in front of one pass and take it to the house this year. My prediction. If that happens, I think it's well worth throwing him into the fire.

watermock · 08-14-2005, 04:43 PM

I think will bring a couple returns to the house, and a couple more picks.

Bronco LB 59 · 08-14-2005, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaylore

In Larry Coyer's interview (one of the best Coach interviews I've seen and a must watch for all Bronco fans) he states very clearly that they are going to gamble more this year. He says that you have to in order create plays that win you games and I think Darrent's possition ahead of Foxworth speaks to that philosophy.

Do you have a link?

Coyer is by far the most candid defensive coordinator since I have been a Bronco fan. Don't judge him by his beer gut, he's a bright guy that understands defensive philosophy inside and out. Even though we've had more established guys like Collier, Phillips and Robinson in the past, Coyer is hands down my favorite one. I was a little ticked off when SOME fans were calling for his head last season.

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TheReverend www.PatrickTurley.org ^ "not an athlete" Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 33,348 Adopt-a-Bronco: Mike Shanahan	One great return, another return he shouldve fair caught, but it was his first pro-game... hell adjust and get a better feel for it. Played solid at corner. Im really looking forward to watching my favorite midget grow up with the Broncos.

08-14-2005, 03:33 PM	#3
Ballhawk Ring of Famer Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 4,132	He is the energizer bunny! At DB or returner he brings exciteent and effort and is a gamer. I think all four of these DBs (Browner included) are going to ake up a core part of our D for years to come.

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Kaylore 6-37, Raider fans. Yummy birds and snow! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Ceti Alpha V Posts: 41,321 Adopt-a-Bronco: Wesley Duke	He's young and is too agressive. Most of his mistakes are because he's trying too hard to make a big play. As he learns to curb his enthusiasm he will be a solid player with big play potential - espcially in the return game. Now if we can just get him some coverage...

08-14-2005, 03:45 PM	#6
elsid13 Lost In Space Bóg, Honor, Ojczyzna Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: DC Posts: 19,139	As Lynch said "we have a player"

08-14-2005, 03:55 PM	#7
watermock "Hoodie Jr" "Hug me!" Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hot Springs, Ouachitah Posts: 77,090	Everything I have read about all 4 is they are all hard workers and have talent. It's about time. Funny how we finally seem to have gotten some decent corner picks now that David Gibbs was shown the door.

08-14-2005, 04:01 PM	#9
Tredici Ring of Famer Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 10,010	He still looks too small to carry the number 27. But he plays with big heart.

08-14-2005, 04:04 PM	#10
broncofan4life Solid Starter Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Ontario,CA Posts: 128	something we haven't had since D. Gordon a good punt returner.

08-14-2005, 04:12 PM	#11
Play2win Ring of Famer Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 9,611 Adopt-a-Bronco: The Duke	Amazing he went against Dre' in his FIRST pro game!! I didn't see the game, but by all acounts, he held his own against somebody about twice his size. For the people that did see the game, how exactly did he do against this NFL protypical physical WR?

08-14-2005, 04:17 PM	#12
watermock "Hoodie Jr" "Hug me!" Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hot Springs, Ouachitah Posts: 77,090	It's always fun when a little guy is tough as nails. I keep hoping and praying for anything close to Darrell Green. Yeah, it's crazy, but there are some similarities. He was bashed early for being drafted in the first, and struggled early, but seemed to have a decent career.

08-14-2005, 04:27 PM	#17
Ballhawk Ring of Famer Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 4,132	Darrent seems like a player that can get in a zone and really be a spark plug, which is a rare thing out of a D player. He can make plays that will pump up his teammates. I really like this kid and expect him to play very well this year, rare for a rookie.

08-14-2005, 04:38 PM	#21
watermock "Hoodie Jr" "Hug me!" Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hot Springs, Ouachitah Posts: 77,090	I'm talking about your behavior in Wrath of Khan when you should of cut line and taken the Enterprise away at warp speed. But noo! You had to get greedy.

08-14-2005, 04:43 PM	#24
watermock "Hoodie Jr" "Hug me!" Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hot Springs, Ouachitah Posts: 77,090	I think will bring a couple returns to the house, and a couple more picks.