Denver may be buzzing about a different free agent signing from now until the start of training camp, but the Broncos will rely as much on their imposing defense as new quarterback Peyton Manning next season. Denver took a step towards locking in its defense on Monday by re-signing linebacker Wesley Woodyard to a two-year contract, according to Mike Klis of the Denver Post:
lb Wesley woodyard is back with broncos. 2 yr deal
— Mike Klis (@MikeKlis) March 20, 2012
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Woodyard set career-highs in tackles and forced fumbles a season ago in Denver. Woodyard ended the year with 97 tackles (67 solo) and three forced fumbles in 15 games for the Broncos.
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