Post your thoughts and memories of Darrent at the Official Website [Archive]

SteventheThorn

01-01-2007, 12:20 PM

abcdefgcowboy

01-01-2007, 12:55 PM

May the memories held deep in his family's heart help soothe their spirits at this difficult time and may they find peaceful days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with them all and with all of the Denver Broncos family.

jtorres1965

01-01-2007, 02:34 PM

We'll miss you number 27! God Bless the Williams Family! And God Bless the Denver Broncos Organization. :sad:

kwal_91

01-01-2007, 03:01 PM

it is a sad day for us broncos fan but it is much worse for the family so god bless them and just know he can never be forgotten

JoRo

01-01-2007, 03:36 PM

Me too. It's the least we can do.

Thank you mods for stickying this thread :salute:

I tried but it wouldnt let me?

xxyzer1xx

01-01-2007, 03:50 PM

I want to give my deepest condolences to the williams family for there loss. And my broncos for one of there best CB besides bailey..I've watched him grow in this league and he only got better as the weeks went by....will miss you darrent williams, thanks for the memories.....have fun in heaven..

OrangeSince77

01-01-2007, 03:51 PM

D-Will will be missed by all the Broncos family. I always thought he was a top notch corner who had to play a little harder than the next guy, being 5"8. I pray that he was a believer and will go on to be with our lord. :cheers:

denver_01

01-01-2007, 04:40 PM

What has become of this world today? It saddens my heart to see such a fine young man and a tremendous football player be taken away by such ignorance.
Darrent will be missed greatly. I would like to send out my deepest sympathy to the entire Williams family and to the whole orginization of the Denver Broncos. He will be greatly missed.

Jaws

01-01-2007, 04:45 PM

I tried but it wouldnt let me?

They seem to have changed the format from what it was earlier, now it's via email, earlier it was in a form format:

broncos.website@broncos.nfl.net

2 Minute Warning

01-01-2007, 04:52 PM

Thanks, it'a a nice idea. :salute:

Dbroncos9

01-01-2007, 05:02 PM

I want to wish dw's familly the best and the whole denver
team, he was a good player and i will miss him alot

MrDoggity

01-01-2007, 05:06 PM

I am a KC Chiefs fan, who obviously celebrated the loss to SF yesterday. I am a KC native, season ticket holder and Chiefs blogger. I have never held back in my contempt for the Broncos, as a fan of a rival team.

That said, my heart is heavy for the Bronco nation tonight after hearing of the death of starting corner Darrent Williams. He was a bright spot in the NFL. A gifted young talent. The fact that I didn't like the guy - as the fan of a rival team - is a tribute to him.

God bless him and his family -- as well as the Broncos organization and fan base. This is so sad and so wrong on so many levels. I hope the NFL pays appropriate tribute throughout the playoffs to the sickening loss of this great young man.

Duane Daugherty
Shawnee Mission, KS.

Broncomaniac PG

01-01-2007, 05:07 PM

We are shocked and dismayed at this tragedy. Our hearts and prayers go out to the family of Darrent. We love all of our broncos,Darrent,you will be missed by all of us Bronco fans.

Broncomaniac PG
Palo Alto,Ca.

JWinn

01-01-2007, 05:18 PM

WWW.DarrentWilliams27.com

In case anyone's interested......

Jaws

01-01-2007, 05:24 PM

WWW.DarrentWilliams27.com

In case anyone's interested......

I visited that site earlier today.

In the About Player section I clicked on Darrent's bio and choked up when I saw:

Darrent Williams Biography Coming Soon!

stnzed

01-01-2007, 05:27 PM

I can still see Darrent grinning ear to ear as returns Kerry Collins INT for a TD in 2005. That is how I will remember him.

Through a haze and a complete loss of words, I offer my prayers and condolences to the Broncos organization, and to the family and loved ones Williams left behind!

topscribe

01-01-2007, 05:32 PM

But for now, I have to sign off.

Rest in peace, young man.

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bacardilibre

01-01-2007, 06:05 PM

I wish to offer my deepest condolences to the family, friends, & teammates of Darrent Williams. Having been a long time Broncos fan, I was always so excited to see men of great talent play for Denver...but it was an even better accomplishment to see the Broncos pick up a player that brought as much charisma to the team as Darrent Williams did. I would expect nothing less of a fellow Texan though...and my heart truly goes out to the loved ones Darrent leaves behind.

To lose a loved one is a terrible tragedy...but to lose one in such a senseless manner is a travesty. The only comfort I can offer is that even though Darrent may have been taken from all of you and the rest of the world...he will never be gone so long as he remains in the thoughts & hearts of those who loved and knew him.

The loss of Darrent is truly a horrible event...but for those he touched with his life, Darrent will always be remembered as a blessing.

With deepest sympathy-

Patrick J. Phillips

KcBroncofan

01-01-2007, 06:25 PM

You can go to this link to sign his guest book for his family to show your support.

http://www.legacy.com/DFW/GB/GuestbookEntry.aspx?PersonId=20508253

Jaws

01-01-2007, 06:26 PM

You can go to this link to sign his guest book for his family to show your support.

http://www.legacy.com/DFW/GB/GuestbookEntry.aspx?PersonId=20508253

Thank you for that link.

shawnb

01-01-2007, 06:27 PM

it's sad day to find out this had happend he was one of my favorite players to watch sure tragedy not a way u wanna see 2007 start out rest in peace

Chica_Ang

01-01-2007, 06:28 PM

I am writing this for my dad, who can hardly speak right now.

Thank you Darrent for being a bright spot on the team. You were a joy to watch play. Thank you for your smile, personality, and contribution to the Denver Broncos. We will miss you terribly! :salute:

The Mile-Hi Four

branden_y_2000

01-01-2007, 06:36 PM

Waking Up This Morning And Hearing The News Kind Of Makes The Season Ending Loss To San Fran Verrrrry Minor Since We Lost Something More 7 Hrs Later A Human Life And A Great Bronco Player My Deepest Sympathies Go To The Williams Family!!!!! And I Think The Posts From The Chargers Fans Is Verrrrry Admirable Thank You

r.i.p Darrent Williams Never Forgotten

bgolz77

01-01-2007, 06:51 PM

i'm a pats fan from massachusettes and i was shocked to hear the news today...my thoughts and prayers go out to his family and all of bronco nation

calibroncogrl47

01-01-2007, 06:54 PM

I just wanted to say that this is such a horrible time for everyone. Darrent was one of my favorite players on the broncos and was going to be a great cornerback! He will surley be missed on Sundays but we shall never forget!.. Thoughts and Prayers to the Williams Family!

broncosfanscott

01-01-2007, 07:42 PM

My heart goes out the the Williams family. I felt completly sick when I heard of the news. It is sad to see a young kid with all that talent and a great future in the NFL cut short. Darrent Williams, you will be missed by all Broncos fans and it was a pleasure to see you play. You deserve the mile high salute. :salute:

Elway

01-01-2007, 07:44 PM

Thank you Jaws for the link.

I've used it to send my condolences also.

Hopefully his loved ones will find some small consolation in hearing from all of those who cared about Darrent and the kind of man he was.

assassin216

01-01-2007, 07:52 PM

R.I.P. Darrent Willams :salute:

Astrass

01-01-2007, 07:52 PM

god, I miss him...... :sad:

dolfan06

01-01-2007, 07:59 PM

TO ANYBODY WHO READS THIS.
IM GOING TO ADMIT IT I AM A DIE HARD DOLPHINS FAN AND ALWAYS HAVE BEEN. BUT WHEN SOMETHING AS DEVISTATING AS THE DEATH OF #27 HAPPENS. ITS NOT ABOUT WHICH TEAM YOU ROOT FOR. ITS ABOUT ALL OF US COMING TOGETHER. WEATHER YOU ROOT FOR MIAMI, DENVER, DALLAS, INDY, OR WHOEVER. I WOULD JUST LIKE TO TELL ALL OF MY NEW BRONCO TEAM MATES I AM ROOTING FOR YOU. I KNOW YOU WILL PULL THROUGH IT!!!! MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, THE WILLIAMS FAMILY, AND AND THE DENVER ORGANIZATION. REST IN PEACE DARRENT, WE ALL LOVE YOU. AND I AM NOW FOREVER A DOLPHINS AND BRONCOS FAN.. GO BRONCOS. IF ANYONE WOULD LIKE TO RESPOND TO THIS. SEND ME AN EMAIL TO MRMOPAR06@YAHOO.COM. I AM ALSO INTRESTED IN HELPING OUT IN ANY WAY. WEATHER IT BE THROUGH A FUND RAISER FOR THE WILLIAMS FAMILY. LET ME KNOW IF YOU NEED HELP. GOD BLESS YOU ALL

Boltbaby

01-01-2007, 08:03 PM

This Charger fan would like to express her condolences to the family and friends of Darrent Williams, as well as to the team and the fans.

It is so disturbing that something like this happens to a talented young man just out trying to celebrate the new year and the end of a long, tough season.

My thoughts and prayers are with the Williams family... and the extended Bronco family as well.

Peace

joeyrockwell

01-01-2007, 08:11 PM

Just signed up. Didn't know it even existed but hope it stays active .

RedzoneCJ

01-01-2007, 08:12 PM

Hello,

I've been a Chiefs fan since I was a young girl, born into a Chiefs family...it is my heritage. However, I am also an NFL fan, and though The Broncos are our Division Rivals...I have respect for the Broncos Organization and it's fans.

When I read about the horrible tragic loss of Darrent Williams (RIP) at NFL.com... I was both shocked and truly heartbroken. Please accept my condolences, thoughts, and prayers. May God watch over Mr. Williams family, friends, and fans during this heartbreaking time.

Sincerely with respect, Connie Jo Emery

orange_n_blue84

01-01-2007, 08:13 PM

This is the second player that has been taken too soon from a team that i follow. The other player being Brian Patta of the Miami Hurricanes, who was shot in the back of the head while walkin away from a potential confrentation. It's never fun or good to hear of anyone being taken from the earth. But to be such a coward to shoot someone over a little argument shows just how low people can get. My deepest condolenses and prayers go out to Williams' family, friends, Broncos team, and fans. May he rest in peace, and never be forgotten. May God have mercy for the guilty party. Don't take life for granit everyone. This show just how unpredictable our lives can be.

Gone But Never Forgotten #27 :salute:

joeyrockwell

01-01-2007, 08:17 PM

I posted earlier this morning when I heard the news. Now that I have had time to reflect on D-Will's passing all I can say is to change the words to a song by the Righteous Brothers - Rock-n-Roll Heaven....

When you believe in forever, Life is just a one night stand. If there's football in heaven, you know they got hell of a team.

God needed a starting Cornerback.

Darrent Williams- starting Cornerback - Heaven's Angels

ajrags

01-01-2007, 08:20 PM

I just thought some of you would like to know that it it possible to post your thoughts and memories of Darrent Williams or offer your condolences at the Official Website by clicking on the link below:

http://www.denverbroncos.com/page.php?id=334&storyID=6439
I think he is in a good place

ajrags

01-01-2007, 08:25 PM

Slyder 229

01-01-2007, 08:52 PM

This is very heart breaking. I’ve been reading all the comments on this site and I couldn’t help but to cry. It is so sad to see Darrent go, especially this way. May the bastards who did this burn in hell!!! I loved Darrent Williams!! He was a hell of a football player and it is just senseless that somebody could do this to another human being. What a spectacular athlete whose career and life was cut short due to the senseless act of some heartless bastard. I am a true to the bone fan, so I know everyone here can relate to my feelings on this. I am truly hurting.
All my thoughts and prayers go out to the Denver Broncos Organization, The Fans, and Friends, but most of all my prayers, thoughts and feelings go to the Family of Darrent Williams. I am so very, very sorry for your loss.
Number 27 will forever live on in our memories! Thank you Darrent, it was a pleasure to watch you play!!! You will be greatly missed.

Rest In Peace
Darrent Williams
#27
You will always be a Denver Bronco!
We Love You!!! We Miss You!!!
Salute!!!

SouthernBronco

01-01-2007, 08:54 PM

Salute. to a Great Man.

RIP God Bless!!!

towrofstgh

01-01-2007, 08:57 PM

It's a horrible tragedy that happened on this day. I remember the Broncos-Colt game and how Peyton kept on throwing the ball on his side. Yeah, he got burnt alot, but he kept on trying and trying. He earned my respect as a player that day and every week afterwards I would make sure to watch his play and cheer him on. I found out about this from a complete stranger. He went to me and said "Hey, you're a Broncos Fan I see (seeing that I'm in New York, when you wear a Broncos Cap, people notice)." I said yeah, then he told me about what happened. I bowed my head and my eyes welled up automatically. After such a tough loss last evening against the 49'ers, it's terrible that this had to happen to a person with so much drive and potential to be something special not too far down the line. I feel absolutely horrid for his 2 children. They're going to grow up w/o a father. I feel bad for his immediate family: Having to deal with such a loss. I feel not just for him, but for the Denver Broncos organization, the people that loved him the most in his personal life, and of course, the fans that rooted for him this year. We will surely miss you...and I'm sorry that your life was cut short so senselessly.

:salute: :sad: :sad: :salute:

24SuperChamp

01-01-2007, 09:07 PM

Godspeed in their recovery to D-Will's family and to the players that were involved in this unspeakable tragedy. God Bless the Denver Broncos team, their familes and fans.

fraguela09

01-01-2007, 09:29 PM

Darrent was a meteorite who shone bright Across the Bronco skies,
where even now he resides and will forever in us abide…

Two thousand seven began with the loss of twenty-seven,
drafted this early morning into Heaven…
We suffered and lost and together grew
we’ll always remember that smile, that swagger & your hairdo.

The greatest lesson of all which you taught was sports should bring only joy otherwise it is all for naught… And sorrow, O sorrow, is as real as these tears we cry for the loss of such a life…

THank You Darrent for the two seasons of joy you helped bring into my life!

I leave you with these words from the poet Aeschylus:

“Even in our sleep, pain which cannot forget falls drop by drop upon the heart, until, in our own despair, against our will, comes wisdom through the awful grace of God.”

philaboltfan

01-01-2007, 11:25 PM

I've been wanting to post my condolences all day, but had a hard time with connection issues to your board. No doubt it was due to everyone else wanting to do the same.

R.I.P. Darrent Williams, You were a great player for the Bronco's, and the NFL. We all come together, as fans, and players from every team, in every sport, to honor you, and mourn your loss.

TU_HurricaneDB

01-02-2007, 12:57 AM

I feel like a horses pitute!!!

I say this because I take this game way too seriously and I am only a supporter, a fan.

I have been pushing for Darrent's demotion half the year and at a time like this when I am reminded life is more important, and that I am here to support any and all Broncos I feel horrible because he's gone and all I did was hate on him. For this I am ashamed and am truely sorry.

To the Williams family: I can't imagine the sadness you all are feeling and I hope that some how the lord will help you all through this unexpected and untimely passing of Darrent. I will pray for him and I as a fan will never forget him.

Rest In Peace Darrent Williams.

Albino Rhino

01-02-2007, 01:03 AM

You will be greatly missed my brother

contender2007

01-02-2007, 01:06 AM

I am very saddened by the wake of events that have happened with the passing of Darrent Williams. Darrent should always be remembered for being a great defender, a great player, but a great person who lived his dreams in Broncos Country. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Darrent Williams, The players, coaches, staff, and fans of the Broncos, and Pat Bowlen and Mike Shanahan who are very devestated at this time. I also pray that justice will be served in divine mercy to whoever committed this act that taken away Darrent's life. Darrent did not deserve to die. May Darrent despite his life ended young enjoy the reward of the heavenly kingdom with all the angels and saints that he lived his life to the fullest.

alluvsgsus

01-02-2007, 01:14 AM

Well, ok, I'm a Giants fan from NJ. We don't get to see too many Broncos games up here, so I didn't see Darrent play too many times, but I will say this. This guy was a great player, what I call a crowd silencer, much like Champ Bailey is. Throw at a reciever that he guarded & you'd get one of 3 results: an incomplete pass, an INT, possibly run back for a TD, or your receiver scowling at you back in the huddle screaming, "Man, don't throw to me when 27's covering me, he damn near knocked me into next week."
I'm praying for DW's family, friends, & teammates, I'd also like to say that I hope Colorado has the death penalty, for when they catch his murderer, I pray he/she will die, as killing another person is the most heinous thing one can do to another human being.
In closing, I'll say that the Broncos ought to wear a 27 sticker on their uni's & helmets next year (& if any Broncos go to the Pro Bowl this year, they ought to wear it on their all star uni's too). Also I'd petition the NFL to get him in the Hall of Fame somehow, perhaps just as a player whose play outshone the rest briefly & whose career came to an end via his untimely death. Maybe they could put a special exhibit for him & other excellent players who just died too young (I'm thinking guys like Derrick Thomas here)... RIP 27!!

Tracker

01-02-2007, 01:25 AM

My thoughts and condollances go out to Darrent Williams' friends, family, fans, and teammates.

My best to all.

R.I.P Darrent Williams

greatestever27

01-02-2007, 01:30 AM

Wow, what a sad, sad New Year for me. I could not catch my breath and couldn't believe my eyes when I read this today. I was hoping is was a mistake... I still am.

I remember when this kid showed up in a Bronco uniform last year wearing my beloved number 27. I was like, "who in the blue hell is this dude wearing Atwater's number?" Turned out he was the guy who would be starting along side one of the greatest NFL Cornerbacks of all time, Champ Bailey.

I cherish anybody in my life who's made me smile or cry... as a Bronco fan, Darrent did both! LOL And because of that, I'll never forget him. God Bless his family, the Bronco organization and fans, Oklahoma State University and anybody who Darrent made cheer, laugh or cry.

He was one of the most exciting players I've ever seen. If Denver was ever down by 6 with 5 seconds left, pending a kickoff from the other team, and DWill was back to return the kick... THERE'S STILL A CHANCE! And YOU all know what I'm talking about!!

I love the game of American Football. It helped me to forget my problems and the harshness that reality bears upon our lives daily. My Sundays are spent trying to forget about bills and broken relationships.... watching football.

Thank you Darrent for being part of that outlet and making me smile. You can pass me on the street and I would never know you, but you make me smile and I'll never forget you.. For those of my friends who have seen my smile.. I save it for those special ppl in my life.

God Bless Friends and see you in 2007. Keep smiling, people will never forget your smile.

God is building his team.. Andre Waters, Ironhead Heyward... and I'll never forget the tears I shed for Chief Derrick Thomas and Walter Payton.. Well Lord, you have a Cornerback, keep him safe and bless his smile that will live in our hearts forever.
:salute:

Game4264

01-02-2007, 01:44 AM

Rest In Peace Darrent Williams. My prayers are with the Williams family. Im soooooo sad. I hope they catch who ever did this. Its sad to see him go at such a young age. R.I.P. #27

mom2grls0204

01-02-2007, 08:12 AM

I've been a proud Bronco fan for 30 years and have been with you all during your ups and downs. It saddens me that a young man, great athlete, had to lose his life in a senseless manner. My heart, prayers and thoughts go out to his teammates, his friends and especially his family. I pray that they catch the person who did this and justice is swift and just.

RIP Darrent!

Sincerely,
Becky Anderson

justin_gardner

01-02-2007, 08:16 AM

yes the broncos show put # 27 on them heyments and jesery

cutlerfan

01-02-2007, 08:27 AM

I was sick when I heard this awful news! It is still bothering me today. I am just bummed about football right now!

I am sorry for getting upset at you when teams threw at you!

Thanks for your hard work and picks!

I don't know what to say but that I am praying for your family.

Smokey Vols

01-02-2007, 08:31 AM

a terrible loss... he will be missed by all and such a shock...

some of the best football on new years eve and then this... adios #27 :salute:

Superchop7

01-02-2007, 08:34 AM

My heartfelt condolences go out to the Williams family, the Bronco organization, the players, and the fans that Darrent touched with his personality and his heart.

This was senseless.

steel-x

01-02-2007, 08:35 AM

Man O man I heard this and was shocked beyond belief. I am a very avid football fan and I follow a lot of things in football and this is one guy I targeted as being a class act and an all around pro bowl talent in a few years. This really sucks wrong place at the wrong time. Rest in Peace D. Williams you will be missed. Just wanted to share my thoughts.

Silver Dragon

01-02-2007, 08:44 AM

As Fans, tragedies like this touch our lives. Someone we've grown to know and love on your favorite team can almost seem like the loss of a good friend. However, we must keep perspective. Were we feel the pain and lose of a sports figure, someone we have loved to watch and cheer on the field, Rosiland Williams has lost her son. The child she gave birth to, cared for, clothed, feed, and raised. His family members have lost family, his friends have lost their companion. We all have the right to morn the lose of Darrent Williams. Just keep in mind, as a fan, imagine your pain x 100. That's what his friends are feeling. Imagine your pain x 1000, that's what his family is feeling. And no one feels the lose of a son more than his mother. We can't even begin to imagine her pain.

Darrent Williams, R.I.P., You were loved, and will be missed.

Rosiland Williams, my heart goes out to you. No mother should ever have to feel so much pain. May God ease your soul and help you find peace.
http://www.denverbroncos.com/game_day_images/dwilliams.jpg

Steelergirl

01-02-2007, 08:58 AM

I just wanted to get on here to let you all know how sad we are for your loss!!! My sincerest condolensces to the family and fans of Darrent.

My Deepest Sympathy!
Steelergirl
aka
Tammie

iscoregoals123

01-02-2007, 09:06 AM

my thoughts and prayers go out to the whole
broncos franchise, but mostly to his family. It has to be so hard for the
players to go into the offseason losing such a close friend and very great
player, like Darrent. I cant imagine what his family is going through, and what
a terrible way for them to start their new year! I hope that they are able
recover from this terrible tragedy, and look back and see all the lives that
Darrent has touched. We will never forget you #27 and we will miss you terribly!

Keegan (iscoregoals123@comcast.net)

catch

01-02-2007, 09:10 AM

This summer my child attended a summer camp w/Darrent,He left quite an impression on my kid. So New Years Day when we woke up and my child started crying because of the news of the loss,That was heart wrenching.darrent left memories that will always be with my boy.

footballgirl14

01-02-2007, 09:15 AM

goodnight sweet prince for I must let you go

goodnight sweet prince for we have our last hooray

goodnight sweet prince as we close the lights

goodnight sweet prince as I see you walk the field of glory

goodnight sweet prince as you take your last bow

goodnight sweet prince for you ride the great stallion in the sun

goodnight sweet prince for you will always be our son

goodnight sweet prince we will miss your smile and heart

goodnight sweet prince..........

Thomas4Broncos

01-02-2007, 09:17 AM

it is amazing how little respect they are giving to what Darrent brought to the league and the positive impact he made for the whole NFL...they spend more time on each of the two fired coaches than on someone who represented the new face of future NFL and was lost tragically. DW had heart...NFL is only about business which is too bad!

tacmale

01-02-2007, 09:33 AM

Having been a bronco fan since 1982 i have seen many players come and go. Many have touched peoples lives and the lives of the community in a positive way. And i believe Darrent was another one of those players.

I dont get to see many Bronco's games anymore since i moved to Washington state. But i have followed Darrent's career since he was first signed. And i knew he was going to be something special. From his first day at Dove valley to his last game as a Bronco, i saw a young man, who tried to excel at everything he did.

I saw a young man who wasn't hung up on fame and fortune, but had a love of the game, and his teammates. He will be sorely missed, not just on the field, but i believe the world is a lesser place without him.

AnFaninLA

01-02-2007, 09:44 AM

The loss of Darrent Williams is not only tragic for the Broncos, his family and the NFL, it’s tragic for everyone. It was another senseless act of violence that I pray will receive every ounce of attention from the Denver Police Department to catch the person(s) responsible and bring them to justice. I’m truly saddened for his family and children. They deserved to grow up with their father in their lives. Thank you to Darrent for all the joy you gave to everyone and I know God is cheering you in heaven.

Adam K

01-02-2007, 10:07 AM

This hurts, I'm saddened and sickened. God rest his soul, and may God comfort those mourning his loss.

luvdembroncos

01-02-2007, 10:15 AM

Darrent...Our hearts still ache in sadness and secret tears still flow..what it meant to lose you no 1 will ever kno...
You were not only a hero but also a legend , in our hearts u will always stay..may you rest in peace big guy...You were our Shinging light !! Love and prayers always..
A heart broken fan!!! :sad:

ibranco

01-02-2007, 10:46 AM

Darrent played like a man twice his size and never backed down from anyone. R.I.P

HelenaC

01-02-2007, 10:48 AM

It was with great sadness that I woke up to the news reports yesterday morning. Darrent brought a lot of good to the Denver Broncos organization, as a player, but more importantly, everything about him exuded that he was a good person. He will be sorely missed. While the obvious lack of regard for human life sickens and saddens me, I only hope some good can come out of this senseless tragedy. My thoughts and prayers are with the Denver Broncos and the Williams family. The entire city is grieving the loss of this bright young star.

WhoDeyBaby!!

01-02-2007, 10:51 AM

I extend my sympathies to the Williams family, the Denver Broncos organization and fans, and all of those whom this young man touched.

We join you in your mourning.......

A Bengals Fan in Cincinnati

Anti_KC_choklnd

01-02-2007, 11:06 AM

I think that Nick said it best when he said that "If this city is a big heart, we are all bleeding right now." When you are a huge football or Broncos fan, it feels like we lost a friend, or even a brother. I'm really glad to see fans of all other teams come together and mourn the loss of a great player, and an all around good guy, and a life that cut short...He was destined to have great career, and be a future HOF. DW you will be greatly missed, and My thought go to his family, friends, and teammates.

catch

01-02-2007, 11:17 AM

Over the summer I went to the Broncos camp and met Darrent Williams and I really looked up to him because in my opinion he was the leader ahead of the other guys on the team.

hblagg

01-02-2007, 11:52 AM

RIP DARRENT WILLIAMS #27
He will never be forgotten and if only we could trade in all those wins to get Darrent back...it would be worth it! Now the loss to the 49ers and missing the playoffs isn't a big of deal. I was shocked when i found out the news...all i could do is gasp and say oh no and i still can't believe that this isn't a nightmare. You are missed greatly DW and Bronco Fans and fans around the league will never forget you!:( I hope who ever is at fault here is caught and realizes the pain they have caused to the bronco fans and DW family!

hblagg

01-02-2007, 11:54 AM

Just wanted to say THANKS to all of the other fans that have come here and mourned the loss of DW with us!

jammin

01-02-2007, 12:54 PM

This loss really hurts and will continue for some time. Such a great personality and great player.

Denver#182

01-02-2007, 01:04 PM

I would like to send my thoughts and prayers out to the Williams family.You will be forever in our hearts Darrent!

lynch_lover16

01-02-2007, 02:23 PM

I just want to start off by saying how deeply sorry I am for the Williams' entire family. I know that right now mere words could never heal your sadness but I sure hope it helps. I've been a Bronco fan since I was very little, around 6 years old and now I'm 16. I can say with full confidence that I've never seen a better CB tandem than Champ and Darrent. It sickens me that something so stupid and senseless took his life away at such a young age. I'm sure you know how much he meant to the entire Broncos Organization, and I know I'm going to miss him with all my heart and soul. He was an amazing athlete and although I didn't know him personally, I could tell by the way he presented himself on and off the field he was a very stand up young man and had a personality bigger than anyone could ever match. Once again I'm so sorry for your family and I hope that whoever did this gets what they deserve for taking Darrent away from us. Just know that all my prayers and thoughts go out to you and I'll never forget what he did for the Broncos team and family. His accomplishments will forever be in place and his smile never forgotten. RIP Darrent Williams.. we all love you and miss you with all our hearts and souls. We'll never forget!

hblagg

01-02-2007, 02:23 PM

Darrent Williams was such a great, guy and he was always smiling and he really has become one of my favorite players. This is such a shocking tragic loss to the BroncoCountry. Now, not making the playoffs doesnt't even matter any more. When I saw Javon Walker step out of his car with his somber look, and all he has been through through the past couple days, I just had this empty feeling and i feel as though i have lost a brother. He was a great player and forever will be remembered! One last Mile High Solute DW! #27 You will be greatly missed!

Watson 81

01-02-2007, 02:30 PM

Even though I didn't know the man everything I've been reading about him, Is He was a stand Up man first football player second. I feel very sorry for his Family and friends I hope they take solice in the fact that he will be missed as the man he was first and a football player second. My prayers are with all of you

Carlybatt

01-02-2007, 02:32 PM

This is such a terrible and senseless loss. He was an awesome player and will be missed. I just keep hoping to turn on the TV and they have arrested the person who did this.

I pray for his family, especially his kids. I also pray for all involved.

Ynotlucero

01-02-2007, 02:39 PM

Rest in Peace. I am so sad for this man's family. I have 2 kids of my own, being 24, born 15 days earlier than Darrent, it hit home. I couldn't imagine my kids growing up without their daddy. Such a tragedy. He was a talented young man, on and off of the field. I pray for his safe journey to the Kingdom, and I pray for his family. I pray that God brings to justice such a senseless crime.

To Darrent, I loved to watch you play. I defended your abiltiy to the end. I was so impressed with your ability to make plays happen at such a young age. I know you got picked on a lot at corner, but who wouldn't with Champ being the other man? You stepped up, and you deserve to be mentioned in the best along side others, such as Champ. From my Family to you, we love you. We will miss you. And please make sure that you save a seat at the Broncos couch up There for us. Rest in Peace.

Love,
Tony

BackHandBear

01-02-2007, 02:43 PM

Hey all you guys,

im from Germany and follow the NFL from here. It saddens my heart to see such a fine young man and a tremendous football player be taken away by such ignorance even though I'm not a Bronco-Fan. I think in such a moment it doesn't matter what team you favour. It's just sad that the NFL lost a young talented player at the CB- position. My prayers are with his family and friends right now.

R.I.P. Darrent !

Robert
Berlin, Germany

KidStallyn

01-02-2007, 02:47 PM

This is one of the saddest days in the NFL. RIP Darrent, you will be deeply missed by your family, friends and fans.

And to the fugitive that is responsible for this, I hope you can sleep well at night knowing that you took the life of a young man that had everything going for him. you took the life of a father of two young children. Sleep well you coward, you will be judged when your time comes.

PaiN

01-02-2007, 02:49 PM

R.I.P Darrent Williams. you will never be forgotten. god bless the team and the rest of the mile high city :salute:

what i remember most about Darrent is that game where he intercepted a pass then ran down the sideline yelling "KEEP PICKING ON ME!". he was so excited and it showed the fire that burned inside of him.

OregonChief

01-02-2007, 03:13 PM

Hey all you Bronco fans,

Just a quick note from OregonChief.

Sorry for your loss, it is tough to lose a player, especially like this.

See you on the gridiron.

OregonChief

dgissel

01-02-2007, 03:14 PM

Just wanted to send my condolences to the Williams family, the Denver Broncos, and to all Bronco fans. Such a tragic loss. My heart and prayers go out to all. I am still having a rough time trying to grasp what has happened. If I could just take the pain away, I would, but this is not a dream. WHY did this have to happen to such a wonderful person? Only GOD knows why. His children are now going to go through very difficult times, let alone his mom, and the mother of his children. I am SO sorry. You are going to be dearly missed DW!!!!! May you Rest in Peace!!!!!!! :salute: :usa:

Love,
Donna G.
Longmont, CO

ultrawave

01-02-2007, 03:39 PM

The actual email for memories to family is, broncos.website@broncos.nfl.net

OrgNBlu4evr

01-02-2007, 07:00 PM

I wanted to let the family, friends and teammates of this wonderful man know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless and bring peace to Darrents children and family during this difficult time. We will miss seeing him on the field. Rest in Peace Darrent. :(

steelerfan2

01-02-2007, 07:39 PM

My thoughts are with the Williams and Bronco family fans and organization alike for this senseless killing a a fine, fine young man. Just know that Steeler Nations thoughts and prayers are with you in this time.

Vickie
Riverside, CA

hldarnell

01-02-2007, 08:38 PM

Such a senseless crime has taken such a great man away. My heart goes out to all his family and friends. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Big Bolt Dogg

01-02-2007, 08:46 PM

When I first heard the news I just couldn't believe it. It really hurt me not only as a fan of the great sport of football, but also as a caring human being. Darrent Williams was too young to die. My condolences go out to the Williams family & friends, the Broncos' orginization, and every Bronco fan. i hope we as a people can learn from this tragedy so that we may better ourselves and those around us. ONE LOVE.

GolfIowa

01-02-2007, 08:57 PM

I was still reeling from our season ending loss to the resurgent 49'ers when I read the headlines. I guess things get put in perspective weather we like it or not. While the Broncos organization has the next 8 months to regroup, they are going to have to deal with the loss of a teammate today.

Forget about the fumbles, interceptions, dropped passes, and miss-thrown balls.
Jay or Jake, Tatum or Mike. Yesterday we lost one of our own and it hurts. The battle on the field is won or lost with preparation and execution, the battle of life is very similar. One minute we are on the battlefield and the next our loved ones are making funeral arrangements.

We are all going to die, but when, how? What will we leave as our legacy? Did Darrent know yesterday was his last game? None of us know that today might be our last, so let’s take a lesson from our football warriors. They go out each game and “play” like this is the last time they may take the field. Do we give 100% each day? Do we treat each day of this precious life like it is our last? We have the opportunity to look back and learn from yesterday. Did I do everything to better myself and those who love me and depend on me? My one and only resolution this year is simple to say, tough to prepare for and at times very hard to execute. Live each day like it may be my last. Darrent Williams just taught us that it may very well be.

Smith49

01-02-2007, 10:49 PM

i remember sitting in invesco statuim at the home opener of the 2005 season against the chargers. it was an intense game with a lackluster first half. fortunetly the second half brought some excitment and a big win. the one thing that keeps skipping through my head was when Derrant had that big punt return for a TD, only to be called back because of a penalty for a sideling player stepping on to the field. anyhow, my little brother said to me, "who is number 27?". i looked at him like, are you a retard man, "its our next big stud Derrant Williams." "you know, our second round draft pic that shanny has been paising for the last two months." then my brother said to me, " damn, he looks amazing, i hope he keeps this up."

yeah, its kind of corny i know, but it keeps goin through my head. i would have never imagined this happening to one of the players that i cheer for. i guess that is why i almost feel like i have lost someone i know, although i did'nt know him at all. maybe that is why we all grieve over this so much. that and the fact that a person of such caracter, that was in a position to make a difference has been takin way too soon. anyhow, just a thought that i wanted to share.

Derrant, we will miss you and we will surely never forget you and what you have meant to our team and to the comunities in which you have made a difference in.

redneckrocker

01-02-2007, 11:00 PM

D. Will you will be missed greatly brother!! I just hope you are in a better place, if you get a chance visit my Dad and Grandpa while your up there they are major bronco fans. Javon, I hope you get through this tough time, that goes for the rest of the guys too, but I know Javon was there when it happened so I'm sure he's having a hell of a time dealing with this. Same goes for the fans, this is unbelievable. I fell robbed, D Will you were the best brother!!

:salute:

Astrass

01-03-2007, 02:08 AM

Still tears.......

Milehisalute719

01-03-2007, 04:22 AM

The thoughts of Denver not making it to the playoffs are quickly washed away by this tragedy. The prospect of a new season now sits on the back burner as we remember a player, short in stature by NFL standards but bigger in heart than much of the NFL - Darrent Williams embodied what Bronco fans look to when trying to form what the organization means to us...Heart. His achievements on and off the field are what much of professional sports have been missed for many a year, dedication to the team and to the community - the NFL has lost one of what is truly great in the world of sports. With a competitive attitude and a caring heart we look back at what can only be seen as not only a carreer cut short but a great soul in this world sent to God too soon. To the Bronco family, the players, the families and to everyone who has ever seen him play or met him in passing, I send my deepest condolences.

Raider_Adam

01-03-2007, 02:38 PM

My condolences go out to all Darrent's family, friends and Broncos fans.

Regardless of the teams we all support, this is a heartfelt loss for all NFL fans.

RIP Darrent.

Adam
(Leeds, England)

Onlywantonepost

01-03-2007, 04:47 PM

im not a broncos fan but i have to say when i read that darrent williams had been killed a lump struck my throat. i think its sick and horrible someone would kill another life - especially one of which was soo young and had soo much ahead of them. i want to express my condolences to the family n friends of darrent williams, the team on which he played, the fans in which he touched - i want to send more out to the WR Javon Walker who had to hold darrent in his arms as he passed away.
I Hope that Darrent williams may rest in peace - and that everyone he touched will remember him for the good times - rather than how he died. i pray that this never ever happens to anyone again - be they celebs, sports personnel or even normal everyday people - for it is sick and unhumane to take another life

Craig - London UK

R.I.P Darrent Williams 27

jojolee

01-03-2007, 08:33 PM

I have been a major bronco fan for years. I was at the season opener for the 2005 season standing behind the bronco bench in the stands when Darrent came out onto the field, a kid next to me asked for his autograph and he happily obliged signing his program. The kid was ecstatic. Darrent walked over to the bronco bench and sat down and then turned around and smiled at the people in the stands. That smile I will remember forever and Darrent will always be in my heart and remembered in my prayers. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and the enitire Bronco organization, I feel like I lost a member of my own family. He will always soar upon the wings of an eagle.

Love

Joanne T.
Lakewood, CO

angeleyes_711

01-03-2007, 08:49 PM

May DW RIP. You will be sadly missed and my thoughts and prayers go to the Williams family, the Bronco team, and all of us fans. So sad. Still numb from the news. Cannot believe it.

packersfan4life

01-03-2007, 08:55 PM

I was never a Broncos fan, but i loved watching Darrent Williams play. I always knew he would establish himself as a great corner in the NFL. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family, teammates, coaches, and those who knew him best.

mlsimmons7

01-03-2007, 09:03 PM

I'm a long time Raiders fan but all rivalries aside, I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the Broncos organization and the Williams family.

What a tragedy and waste of a special young man's life.

AZBronco7

01-03-2007, 09:05 PM

Senseless...An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth.

Everyone raise a glass or a beer bottle to celebrate the life of Darrent Williams to kick off the playoffs this weekend. You will be missed.

sharclerode

01-03-2007, 10:52 PM

I sent this poem I wrote to the Broncos and the Williams family to offer my condolences along with the prayers and thoughts of my family to them. I wanted to share it with you as well.

"Heaven Has Another Angel"

Twenty-four years is all we had.
Two small children lost their dad.

A city mourns, while the NFL cries.
A senseless act, a young man dies.

Full of heart, dedication, and a strong will.
The city of Denver and the entire state of Colorado comes to a stand still.

5'8 he stood, his number twenty-seven.
Now he's in a better place up in heaven.

Even though his physical life was taken away from him,
his inner light they will NEVER be able to dim.

He and I were strangers, he didn't know me.
He was loved and will be missed, he was apart of our Broncos family.

Now he watches over us, his spirit more than a mile high.
We didn't want you to go Darrent, it's far too soon to say goodbye.

Our sadness is overwhelming and we want to scream, we want to yell.
We know in our hearts that now heaven has another angel.

Written by Sharon Harclerode
On January 2, 2007
In memory of Darrent Williams

cobrajet84

01-03-2007, 10:56 PM

To the Williams Family, I wish to send my heartfelt condolences and tell the my prayers are with you at this time. May God be with.

Oldskool#47

01-04-2007, 05:04 AM

What a sad waste of a life. My heartfelt condolences to Darrent's family and friends and the entire Broncos organisation. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Such a promising young life cut short. This cannot continue.

BroncoFanInMA78

01-04-2007, 08:29 AM

I want to send my condolences to the Williams family, the Denver Broncos and to all my fellow Broncos fans during these times. It has been an emotional few days since learning the news of Darrent's passing but he is in a better place and I know he is making heaven a happier place.

Britbronco

01-04-2007, 09:47 AM

My condolences to Darrent Williams family, friends & the Broncos. Thinking of you at this time

Pete

Northumberland, England

SouthPawCharger

01-04-2007, 11:47 AM

Charger fan here

My heart really goes out to the Williams family & the Broncos organization. I re-watched both Charger-Bronco games on TiVo & it was difficult. Seeing DWill all over the field making plays just a few weeks ago & now he is no longer with us is just baffling. I got a lump in my throat every time I saw #27 on the screen.

I will always remember Williams for that ridiculous haircut he had for a little while. Kind of a cross between a Mohawk & corn rows. I laughed so hard when I saw it. My two comments were, either he lost a bet or he has some big balls. That is the kind of thing that shows his fun loving spirit.

It will be a long time before a New Year's goes by that I won't say a prayer for you DWill.

buckland

01-04-2007, 12:30 PM

That certain swagger, that mile-wide smile. We'll never never forget you, Little Big Man.

BroncosFanTN

01-05-2007, 12:21 AM

God this is tough!!!
Im a Denver Broncos fan in Tennessee!
What do you say about a player who had such a bright future!!!!! I
just found out today that we share the same birthday, he is 9-27-82 i
am 9-27-79, i knew there was more then just one reason he was one of
my favorites on defense! The main thing i loved about Darrent was his
I CAN DO ANYTHING attitude, but yet that smile and love for life
showed you he is humble and always remembered where he came from!!!
This a SENSELESS and STUPID TRAGEDY and i wonder why it happened, and i
hope and pray that the guilty will be brought to justice so that
Darrents family can have closure if that is at all possible!! My
prayers go out to DARRENTS FAMILY, Coach Shanahan, Mr. Bowlen, The
Broncos Team....
DARRENT WILLIAMS, The Little MAN with the HEART of a LION!!!
R.I.P. #27 you will missed deeply and remembered as a BRONCO FOREVER!!!!
F.A.K......

RichUp1#

01-05-2007, 11:06 AM

It with great remorse that I write this post but I wanted to send out my prayers to the William and Bronoc Family. He was a great player that made an immediate impact not only on the field but in his everyday life as you can see from all the response being sent from everyone. My heart goes out to his family.

dmarie

01-05-2007, 12:58 PM

D Will is playing in Heaven now on Gods team, Play on #27! We will never forget you

Babe

01-05-2007, 02:09 PM

yeppers...when you said play
I thought a guitar...naturally...

but....

Darrent has
Psalm 27
The First Apistle of John - 1 John 1

and a football....

at the stadium
more than a Mile High.....

B

Finnish_bronco4

01-05-2007, 07:43 PM

All i want to say is that:
God Bless the Williams Family! And God Bless the Denver Broncos Organization and the whole Bronco family! And sorry about my english if it´s not correct,but my native languge is not english. I wish I could be there.

-Finnish bronco4life
Helsinki,Finland,Europe.

Babe

01-05-2007, 07:50 PM

oh man alive

am I glad Finland made it....
thank you for touching base.....

did you have trouble getting online???

B

Finnish_bronco4

01-05-2007, 07:59 PM

oh man alive

am I glad Finland made it....
thank you for touching base.....

did you have trouble getting online???

B

No i didn´t have trouble actually. It might seem stupid that guy in Finland cares about Broncos,but i just wanted Darrent and everyone else in Bronco familyknow that even here in europe,some people care. My condolences. :salute:

Babe

01-05-2007, 08:13 PM

are you kidding me

i was waiting for Finland, Sweden and Norway to check in.
Actually, just to know you could get online here. <hearty laughs>>>>>
Do you know how much bandwidth we are going through !!!

The England Guys have been here.....
Love those England Guys........

Germany too......

We need Bahrain to check it.....

Greetings and Salutations !!!!!

B

mbclark

01-05-2007, 09:44 PM

Darrent Williams was someone special. I remember last year the play he made against the Raiders. I don't remember whether it was off of an interception or punt return, I think it was an interception, but it was a big play that helped the Broncos gain the momentum they needed in that game. That's when I first noticed Williams. I also remember when he was injured. My Dad was talking how he was such a great player so every week I would check the injuries on the Broncos to see if he was able to play. I remember checking every week, because I thought the Broncos would have trouble winning in the play offs without Darrent Williams. I remember that when the Broncos got the second seed I was glad because it would give him another week to recover. When he was finally able to play against the patriots I was ecstatic. I always thought that Williams and Foxworth were good cornerbacks, but Darrent Williams really shined.

I remember this year being disappointed in Williams after the game against the Colts, and I confess that after that I took the work that he did for granted with all that Champ Bailey and Al Wilson had done this season. I always compared him to Champ Bailey and set standards that were too high. I know that he have become the next Champ Bailey if he had been able to play more. His coaches said that he reminded them of a young Champ Bailey. With 4 interceptions last season that was truly amazing for a player in for only 2 years. I missed the Broncos-Chargers game and so I missed his huge interception and touchdown. I remember reading about it and thinking that's defiantly Darrent Williams, but I confess that I still took that for granted. I never knew it was Darrent Williams that returned the fumble against the Steelers as well. He has really made major contributions to the Broncos on special teams and defense, but too often I failed to appreciate them.

I think that his greatest moment was against the Bengels on Christmas Eve. He Intercepted Carson Palmer in the endzone. I thought that Champ Bailey had made the interception, but no it was number 27. He also made it in the second play of the game and I think it really saved the game for the Broncos.

However my greatest memory of Darrent Williams was against the Raiders in 2005. I remember the postgame show and he said that when he caught the ball he remembered that he was one of the fastest players on the team and so he outran the Raiders to score a touchdown. The Raiders had ran a punt return in for a touchdown a few plays earlier and that really put the momentum on their side and it looked like they would win the game like they had done the last time they played the Broncos in 2004, but William's big play put the spark back in the Broncos and was just what they needed to win.

I think that we forget that the players on the field lead lives outside of football. To me Darrent Williams was a Cornerback and number 27, but I didn’t know he was also a husband and a father. He was an emotional core to his team and a great friend to many.

It's a sad feeling to see him go. He was so young full of talent and potential. So many athletes can be jerks, but I remember him being a nice guy and full spirit. It was a heartbreaking feeling to see the athlete I had watched for two years pass away. To many including me it feels almost as if a member of our own family had passed away.

Rest in Peace Darrent Williams

DarrentCB27

01-05-2007, 11:44 PM

[/COLOR][/SIZE][COLOR=DarkOrange]My prayers go out to the family, friends, and fans of Darrent Williams, as well as all Broncos teammates and coaches and anybody at Oklahoma State or in Fort Worth who knew him well. I especially feel bad for Javon Walker because he was there and saw it happen. It reminded me of when my cat died and I felt so helpless, wishing I could save her life but knowing I could not. One day I almost cried because I was thinking about how Darrent's life ended, unable to get that crap out of my head. This loss will be remembered for a long time, so I want everyone to have better memories of #27.

God bless everyone who was, is, and will be affected by the loss of a good man named Darrent Williams and those whose own lives were touched by what he did in his 24 years. Peace be with them as they struggle to cope with this tragedy no person on Earth deserves to suffer. To the Denver police, let justice be served.

broncofinatic

01-06-2007, 09:21 AM

When I heard the news on the rdaio about Darrent early New Years morning I had to get out of bed and turn on the TV to see if it was just a bad dream or a horrible truth. I couldn't believe I had just watched him play the night before. I was depressed when I went to bed because we lost but this put everything in perspective. What a senseless loss of life. The thing that struck me most was that even though I didn't know him personally and I had never met him I felt a strong sense of loss and grief as if I had lost a friend. I felt the entire city just go into shock over this as I did. Condolences to the family, Broncos organization and the fans. I am still waiting for the shock to wear off. I really hope we catch who did this but Darrent will still be gone. The first game I saw him play corner I knew he was something special. I will miss watching him play. He will be missed.

comom2boys

01-06-2007, 02:36 PM

Darrent Williams was a tribute to his family, team and community, by being a role model by an athlete in Professional Football.

He will be missed and remembered for being a classy person on and off the field.

I am proud to be a fan and supporter of Denver Broncos, and esp. proud of the way they handled themselves this past week and at his services. Their respect and love for their team member was very obvious. The BIG guys cried too.

My sympathies to Darrent's mother, children and other loved ones. May you always hold in your heart your memories.

Rest In Peace with GOD, Darrent Williams #27. I will miss you and remember you always.

Thanks for the memories :salute:

Rezy

01-06-2007, 02:56 PM

Just in case it doesn't get posted on the site...I thought I'd just post it here.

All I could do was gasp out a sob and stare at the screen on espn.com when I saw that Darrent Williams was dead.
I can't believe it.
Last night was a trial of getting over a loss - in a game - that sent the Broncos out of the playoffs.
But with a loss there's next year.
Now I keep on thinking of #27...and there isn't a next year.
I feel like I knew him, just because of how much I love the Broncos, and how involved I am in following them all year-round.
Darrent Williams was first and foremost a person...and he was a Bronco.
Being a Bronco makes him part of a brotherhood.
A family.
A worldwide family.
I'm a part of that family.
And because of that, I mourn the loss, and I feel it as personal as any death in my own family.
My prayers, and the prayers and thoughts of countless others reach out to Darrent's family and friends.
We just want to let you know that we love y'all.
That's all I can say.
From the heart, we love y'all.
One last Mile High salute, Darrent Williams.

I wonder if the funeral is going to be here in Fort Worth. If it is I'd like to go...although wherever it is my prayers go with the family.

I know exactly what you mean. I was already looking ahead for next year for #27 as soon as the news broke of his murder. I was awake in deep depression over how we lost that final game and wanted to retrospect on watching all the Bronco games i recorded on my DVR (digital video recorder) like a TIVO. And i was just heading for bed and i saw it online, but heading was "Bronco Slain in Denver" immediately i was thinking please let it be the horse and not player. But in all fact it was a player, and a rising star. Now all i can think is only to play as Darrent on Madden.
We love you Darrent! We thank you for the wonderful memories!

Bronco Fan for life
Rezy

watchthemiddle

01-06-2007, 05:05 PM

My best memory of D. Will was that interception against the Raiders in Oakland his rookie season.

Shanahan touched on it once today during his speech and it brought back a great memory of a time when it looked like the game was turning in the Raiders favor, D Will made a play on a Kerry Collins pass and took it down the Raiders sidelines for 80 yards and a TD.

Shanahan said he was probably winking at the Raiders as he was on his way to a TD.
;) ;)

weasel

01-06-2007, 06:00 PM

:( Goodbye Darrent :salute:

BroncoNic

01-06-2007, 06:06 PM

This is my 27th post so I thought it should be in here. There is too many great memories of D-Will to recount just one. I was so looking forward to many more great memories of him. He was taken much too soon. His body is gone but his spirit is still with us. Now and always. Goodbye, D-Will. You will truly be missed both on and off the field. :salute:

Emancipator

01-06-2007, 06:21 PM

Just want to share with those that haven't seen parts for the funeral or candle vigil in Denver.

http://cbs4denver.com/video

dmarie

01-06-2007, 08:58 PM

whiskyrunr

01-07-2007, 01:11 AM

Everyone who has looked at this, now it's time to step up for the Bronco family and the Williams family. Donate what you can, I am sure the Williams family will be greatful small or large. Darrent was my hero, he was such a great player and an upstanding guy in society.Eventually he would become Champ Baily, that shut down corner, he was well on his way. What a terrific man we were blessed with in Denver. He brought smiles to his teamates, to his coaches, and even Pat Bowlen! Prey for the Williams family, show your love by contributing. I call upon Al Wilson, our defensive leader, to make sure his kids are takin care of. Al if you could, look after them, and Mike Shanahan, you too, please look after his children, please! Bleed Orange and Blue forever, Darrent you are in another place now, a beautiful place called Heaven. We as Bronco fans, and as a family, will look after your kids. Rest in Peace.
Chris

gro7

01-07-2007, 05:46 AM

My heart is broken, but its been uplifted after having seen how utterly classy The Denver Bronco organization, from owner to every player and every person involved have been during this whole ordeal. Ive been a fan for life, and now I know why, Thank you Denver Broncos, Thank you Mrs Williams for sharing your sons life and celebration of it, You are the ultimate loving mother, and Dee will be missed and loved for eternity.
In tears but with a new found love and respect.
George O'Neal

hankster

01-07-2007, 08:34 AM

I want to express my shock and outrage at this tragedy. As a Charger fan I appreciated Darrent's fine play. His heart and courage belied his diminutive stature. I was looking forward to seeing him play many more years. I was heartened to see the many fine things said about his friendly nature, etc. He must have been a fun guy to be around. RIP from San Diego.

FrenchFAN DW 27

01-07-2007, 01:51 PM

Hi,
Of all the French fans of Darrent, sincere condolences to the family of Darrent and her friends.
Each week end i watch the match of Broncos and I am really torn to have learned this tragic history.
I loved Darrent, I love him and i'll love him all my life, it was a formidable player but also somebody of really healthy.
Same if today it is not any more with "us", I know that he lookss at us, and read all our messages.
Darrent nobody will replaced you, you will remain never has to engrave in our memories.
The family "Broncos" is forever wounded. We will miss you all.
Darrent you will be always my preferred player...
Everyone will fight in your honor to continue has to make you live for what was your passion.
In memory of Darrent
RIP

BroncFanOf#7

01-07-2007, 02:08 PM

I'm still in shock at how someone like this could get taken, and it could happen to anyone. But with that little bit aside, I'm wanting to send my thought's and prayers out to Darrent's personal family and his team family. I've been a Bronco fan for as long as I can remember and am 33 now and I've been really down since hearing about what happened. Where I'm living now, we do get to see a few of the Bronco's games, but not as much as I would like, considering I'm in St Louis Rams Country. I am really down that I couldn't go to the game when they were in town to be able to have watched him play there, he impressed me when I saw him on TV and I'm sure it would have been even more if it was in person!

broncofan3124

01-08-2007, 07:33 PM

This is without a doubt the biggest tragedy in Denver Bronco history. Quite possibly the history of the NFL. Ever since Darrent Williams was drafted by Denver, he's always been one of my favorite players. He was a tremendous athlete and a class act. And there aren't many star players out there who's a real class act. If you're as big of a Bronco fan as I am, you were probably devastated with their loss to the 49ers. But when I awoke the next morning and heard about what happened to this great man, the last thing on my mind was the disappointment of Denver missing out on the playoffs. It's heartbreaking. Far more heartbreaking then their loss last Sunday. I held in my emotions for a week. Then I saw the memorial video and I just couldn't hold in my emotions anymore. The Denver Broncos have lost a great cornerback, a great athlete, but more importantly, a great man. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Williams' family and all of the Broncos players. Get 'em next year Denver!
For Darrent.

I only registered for this message board to post my thoughts on the unfortunate passing of Darrent Williams. Anyone here is more than welcome to email me or message me on myspace.

Here's my email
broncofan3124@msn.com

And here's my Myspace address
www.myspace.com/ironmanufc

R.I.P Darrent Williams
1982 - 2007

broncofan3124

01-08-2007, 07:56 PM

One last thing.
Please. Never take down that memorial video.

World Wide Waco

01-10-2007, 02:45 PM

Great sadness attends this tragic turn of events. Truely a man taken before his time. Such talent and such potential. Clearly, he affected everyone around him in a positive and inspiring way. It is sad, as fans we really didn't get much of a chance to really know him as a man outside of the player. The people who have come forward to speak of him outside of the gridiron describe their loss and thus give expression and definition to all our loss. We always search for meaning even in events that have no purpose or meaning except wanton and blind destruction, I hope everyone will heed the advice of the players and Dee Will's mom and give him a lifetime honor and tribute...by living life the way he did, in his short time with us... to not accept limits and barriers, to strive against adversity without reservation or hesitation, to say no to anyone or anything that would deny that which GOD has already worked in your being, your heart and your abilities. I really feel shellshocked and think alot about that song that says we really don't appreciate our blessings until they are gone... the best tribute we can give to Darrent is to count our blessings and strive to make them manifest each and every moment that we have been given. GOD Bless Darrent and his family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Rest in peace Dee Will and may the messengers of GOD carry you to Jesus' feet :salute: