The Broncos are suddenly thin at the inside linebacker spot. First, reserve Corey Nelson suffered a biceps tear in practice that pushed him to the season-ending injured reserve list. Then, starter Todd Davis suffered a high ankle sprain in Denver’s loss to the Chargers, putting his status for Monday night’s game against the Chiefs in doubt.
The injuries have provided an opportunity for Jerrol Garcia-Williams, a former practice squad player with an NFL pedigree. His father played seven seasons in the NFL, including four with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Now, the 23-year-old rookie is eager to prove what he can bring to the league.