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22. Al Wilson

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22. Al Wilson

From the University of Tennessee, Al Wilson would win the starting Middle Linebacker job as a rookie for the Denver Broncos, which would be the only team he ever played for.  Wilson would become known in the NFL for his speed and his ability on the pass rush, and from 2001 to 2006 he was named to the Pro Bowl.  He would also be chosen as a First Team All-Pro in the 2005 season, and at the time of his retirement, he would have 714 Combined Tackles and 21.5 Quarterback Sacks.

Wilson was released after the 2006 season due to injuries, and he would retire shortly after.

The Bullet Points

  • Position: Linebacker
  • Acquired: Selected in the 1st Round, 31st Overall in the NFL Draft 4/17/99.
  • Departed: Released 4/13/07.
  • Games Played: 125
  • Notable Statistics:

    119 Games Started
    5 Interceptions
    38 Interception Yards
    1 Interception Return Touchdown
    8 Forced Fumbles
    7 Fumble Recoveries
    2 Fumble Recovery Yards
    21.5 Quarterback Sacks
    723 Combined Tackles
    565 Solo Tackles
    158 Assisted Tackles
    62 Tackles for Loss
    78 Approximate Value

    4 Playoff Games
    40 Combined Tackles
    32 Solo Tackles
    8 Assisted Tackles
    4 Tackles for Loss

  • Major Accolades and Awards:

    First Team All-Pro (2005)
    Second Team All-Pro (2006)
    Pro Bowl (2001, 2002, 2003, 2005 & 2006)

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