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Broncos RB Correll Buckhalter will face off against the Steelers at home in Week 9. That's not a good thing -- a week after being limited to eight carries for 16 yards with six receptions for 30 yards against the Ravens, he'll run against the No. 1 ranked run defense -- a defense that's rested after a week off. Buckhalter's production has been declining over the last four weeks (no touchdowns) and he's starting to see some of his touches go to rookie RB Knowshon Moreno.

Denver DB Josh Barrett (hamstring) was able to practice in full on Saturday after being limited Friday and not practicing at all on Thursday. He is probable and should play Monday night against Pittsburgh.

Hamstring - Full practice. Probable for Week 9 vs. Pittsburgh

Denver DB Brian Dawkins (hamstring) is active for Sunday at Baltimore.

Denver DL Ryan McBean (knee) could not practice all week and has officially been listed as out for Week 9 against Pittsburgh on Monday night.

Knee - Did not practice. Out for Week 9 vs. Pittsburgh

Denver TE Daniel Graham caught three passes for 30 yards during a Week 8 loss at Baltimore.

The Broncos' list of inactives for Week 4 against the Cowboys includes QB Tom Brandstater, LB Spencer Larsen, WR Derrick Hamilton, DL Chris Baker, WR Brandon Lloyd, DL Jarvis Moss and DB Alphonso Smith.

Denver has listed the following players as inactive for Sunday of Week 8 at Baltimore: QB Tom Brandstater, WR Kenny McKinley, RB Lamont Jordan, DL Chris Baker, WR Brandon Lloyd and DL Jarvis Moss.

Denver WR Eddie Royal caught two passes for 10 yards during a Week 8 loss at Baltimore. Royal also returned punts and kicks.

In the Broncos' Week 1 win at the Bengals, notable defenders worth a look in Fantasy include: DB Brian Dawkins (11 total tackles), LB D.J. Williams (10 total tackles), LB Andra Davis (nine total tackles, sack), LB Mario Haggan (three total tackles, sack), DL Darrell Reid (tackle, sack) and LB Wesley Woodyard (two total tackles, interception).

The Broncos' eight-man practice squad includes TB Darius Walker, their leading rusher in the preseason. The others: TE Marquez Branson, CBs Tony Carter and D.J. Johnson, G Mitch Erickson, LB Braxton Kelley, DL Everette Pedescleaux and WR Matthew Willis.

Denver LB D.J. Williams led the Broncos with 11 tackles on Sunday of Week 8 during a loss at Baltimore. Defensive back Brian Dawkins was third on the team with eight tackles.

Denver WR Jabar Gaffney led the Broncos in receiving on Sunday in their first loss at Baltimore. Gaffney finished with three grabs for 43 yards and had a long of 17 yards. He did not score.

Denver TE Tony Scheffler caught one pass for 9 yards in a Week 8 loss at Baltimore.

The Denver Broncos have signed running back Lance Ball and defensive lineman Carlton Powell to the practice squad. Those players replace running back Darius Walker, who was released, and defensive lineman Everette Pedescleaux, who was placed on the practice squad injured list Tuesday.

Denver WR Brandon Stokley got the start in the Week 8 loss at Baltimore. He did not stat in the game. Other players who played but did not stat are as follows: FB Spencer Larsen and TE Richard Quinn. Backup QB Chris Simms did not play.

The Denver Broncos have shored up their secondary with another veteran, signing cornerback Ty Law. The 35-year-old Law, who has been to five Pro Bowls, gives the Broncos five players over 30 in the defensive backfield that now sports a combined 20 Pro Bowl selections. To make room, the Broncos waived defensive back Jack Williams. Law's signing also likely means reduced playing time in the nickel and dime packages for rookie Alphonso Smith.

Denver DB Darcel McBath came up with the team's lone interception on Sunday in Week 2's game against the Browns. He also made one tackle in the game.

In the Broncos' Week 1 win at the Bengals, notable defenders worth a look in Fantasy include: DB Brian Dawkins (11 total tackles), LB D.J. Williams (10 total tackles), LB Andra Davis (nine total tackles, sack), LB Mario Haggan (three total tackles, sack), DL Darrell Reid (tackle, sack) and LB Wesley Woodyard (two total tackles, interception).

The Denver Broncos reached an agreement with first-round pick Robert Ayers. In an e-mail, Ayers' agent, Anthony Agnone, said the deal was essentially done, but the paperwork was still being finalized. The Broncos used their 18th selection to take Ayers, a defensive end out of Tennessee. With the Broncos implementing a 3-4 scheme, Ayers will play a hybrid role as he alternates between the line and linebacker.

Denver has listed the following players as inactive for Sunday of Week 8 at Baltimore: QB Tom Brandstater, WR Kenny McKinley, RB Lamont Jordan, DL Chris Baker, WR Brandon Lloyd and DL Jarvis Moss.

Denver LB Andra Davis was among the team leaders in tackles during a Week 8 loss at Baltimore. Davis finished with nine tackles and a sack.

The Broncos' eight-man practice squad includes TB Darius Walker, their leading rusher in the preseason. The others: TE Marquez Branson, CBs Tony Carter and D.J. Johnson, G Mitch Erickson, LB Braxton Kelley, DL Everette Pedescleaux and WR Matthew Willis.

Denver WR Brandon Stokley got the start in the Week 8 loss at Baltimore. He did not stat in the game. Other players who played but did not stat are as follows: FB Spencer Larsen and TE Richard Quinn. Backup QB Chris Simms did not play.

Denver K Matt Prater did not have a good day against the Ravens in Week 8. Prater finished with one point. He did not attempt a field goal and was 1 of 1 on PATs.

The Denver Broncos have placed defensive lineman J'Vonne Parker on injured reserve with a knee injury. Team spokesman Dave Gaylinn said Saturday that Parker was hurt Thursday while the Broncos were practicing at Invesco Field.

Knee - IR. Out for the season

The Broncos' eight-man practice squad includes TB Darius Walker, their leading rusher in the preseason. The others: TE Marquez Branson, CBs Tony Carter and D.J. Johnson, G Mitch Erickson, LB Braxton Kelley, DL Everette Pedescleaux and WR Matthew Willis.

In the Broncos' Week 1 win at the Bengals, notable defenders worth a look in Fantasy include: DB Brian Dawkins (11 total tackles), LB D.J. Williams (10 total tackles), LB Andra Davis (nine total tackles, sack), LB Mario Haggan (three total tackles, sack), DL Darrell Reid (tackle, sack) and LB Wesley Woodyard (two total tackles, interception).

Denver CB Champ Bailey led the Broncos with seven tackles on Monday night in a win at San Diego. Bailey added a forced fumble.

The Denver Broncos brought their free agent haul to 14 players Tuesday, including the first holdover from the Mike Shanahan days in defensive lineman Kenny Peterson. The Broncos also signed defensive tackle J'Vonne Parker. Peterson, entering his seventh season, has spent the last three years with the Broncos after three seasons in Green Bay, which selected him in the third round of the 2003 draft out of Ohio State. He made a career-best 39 tackles last season, including three sacks. Parker is a fifth-year pro who has had stops in Carolina, Atlanta, Baltimore, Dallas and Cleveland after going undrafted out of Rutgers in 2005. He's appeared in 11 games, totaling six tackles and a fumble recovery. He played in one game last year after the Panthers signed him Dec. 23.

Denver Broncos coach Mike Shanahan said on Thursday that longtime receiver Rod Smith is retiring. He spoke before a news conference at Dove Valley. Smith, 38, has been on the reserve/retired list since February and has had two hip operations in the past year and a half. He's the franchise's career leader in every major receiving category.

Denver RB Peyton Hillis caught two passes for 10 yards Week 8 in a loss at Baltimore.

Denver WR Brandon Stokley got the start in the Week 8 loss at Baltimore. He did not stat in the game. Other players who played but did not stat are as follows: FB Spencer Larsen and TE Richard Quinn. Backup QB Chris Simms did not play.

Denver has listed the following players as inactive for Sunday of Week 8 at Baltimore: QB Tom Brandstater, WR Kenny McKinley, RB Lamont Jordan, DL Chris Baker, WR Brandon Lloyd and DL Jarvis Moss.

Denver has listed the following players as inactive for Sunday of Week 8 at Baltimore: QB Tom Brandstater, WR Kenny McKinley, RB Lamont Jordan, DL Chris Baker, WR Brandon Lloyd and DL Jarvis Moss.

With defensive coordinator Mike Nolan leading the resurgence, the Broncos have transformed into a top-notch defensive squad, allowing a league-low 11 points a game. That after so many seasons in such disarray, blowing through one defensive coordinator after another. But the players have quickly caught on to Nolan's switch to a 3-4 look. It's also opened things up for defensive end/linebacker Elvis Dumervil, who's utilizing his long wing span and low leverage to shed offensive linemen and lead the league with 10 sacks.

Denver DB Andre' Goodman picked up his first sack of the season on Monday night in a win at San Diego. Goodman finished with five tackles.

QB Tom Brandstater, WR Kenny McKinley, LB Spencer Larsen, DL Chris Baker, WR Brandon Lloyd and DL Le Kevin Smith were all listed as inactive for Week 2 against the Browns.

Denver has listed the following players as inactive for Sunday of Week 8 at Baltimore: QB Tom Brandstater, WR Kenny McKinley, RB Lamont Jordan, DL Chris Baker, WR Brandon Lloyd and DL Jarvis Moss.

The Broncos' eight-man practice squad includes TB Darius Walker, their leading rusher in the preseason. The others: TE Marquez Branson, CBs Tony Carter and D.J. Johnson, G Mitch Erickson, LB Braxton Kelley, DL Everette Pedescleaux and WR Matthew Willis.

Denver has listed the following players as inactive for Sunday of Week 8 at Baltimore: QB Tom Brandstater, WR Kenny McKinley, RB Lamont Jordan, DL Chris Baker, WR Brandon Lloyd and DL Jarvis Moss.

Groin - Full practice. Probable for Week 9 vs. Pittsburgh

Denver DB Renaldo Hill caught a pass in the Week 8 loss at Baltimore. Hill caught one pass for 4 yards. He added seven tackles on defense.

Veteran linebackers Brandon Moore, Matt Stewart, and Joe Tafoya were among the 22 players released by the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday, as the team pared its roster to the 53-player maximum. Also cut on Saturday were cornerback Michael Adams, cornerback Travarous Bain, defensive end Jason Banks, running back Steve Baylark, offensive lineman Kelly Butler, offensive lineman Peter Clifford, defensive tackle Keilen Dykes, linebacker Chris Harrington, offensive lineman Jasper Harvey, safety Dennis Keyes, wide receiver Lance Long, offensive lineman Carlton Medder, tight end Brent Miller, cornerback DeMario Minter, quarterback Anthony Morelli, wide receiver Jamaica Rector, center Pat Ross, tight end Alex Shor and running back Chris Vincent.

The Denver Broncos have signed running back Lance Ball and defensive lineman Carlton Powell to the practice squad. Those players replace running back Darius Walker, who was released, and defensive lineman Everette Pedescleaux, who was placed on the practice squad injured list Tuesday.

Denver WR Brandon Stokley got the start in the Week 8 loss at Baltimore. He did not stat in the game. Other players who played but did not stat are as follows: FB Spencer Larsen and TE Richard Quinn. Backup QB Chris Simms did not play.

The Broncos' eight-man practice squad includes TB Darius Walker, their leading rusher in the preseason. The others: TE Marquez Branson, CBs Tony Carter and D.J. Johnson, G Mitch Erickson, LB Braxton Kelley, DL Everette Pedescleaux and WR Matthew Willis.

The Denver Post reports that ILB Nick Greisen is out for the season with a knee injury. He has been placed on injured reserve.

Knee - IR. Out for the season

Denver is unbeaten no more as the Ravens shut them down in Baltimore during a 30-7 Week 8 loss. Broncos QB Kyle Orton threw for just 152 yards on 23 of 37 passing and did not have a touchdown or interception in the game. Orton rushed once for 11 yards.

Broncos DL Vonnie Holliday had three tackles and one sack during a Week 5 win against the Patriots. He also forced a fumble. Holliday has a sack in each of his last two games.

The Broncos continued retooling their defense Tuesday by signing unrestricted free agent tackle Ronald Fields to a two-year deal. Fields spent his first four NFL seasons in San Francisco, where new Broncos defensive coordinator Mike Nolan was head coach from 2005 until his firing midway through last season. Fields is the sixth projected starter signed in free agency by the Broncos.

Denver rookie RB Knowshon Moreno has a tough matchup this week against the Steelers, who are No. 1 in run defense and have only allowed two rushing touchdowns this season. Moreno has yet to break off any big runs this year, which could be a problem this week. His longest run this season is just 17 yards, and four of his nine 10-yard runs came in the same game. "We've got to get him out in space," offensive coordinator Mike McCoy said Wednesday. "If we do that, I'm sure he'll make people miss more than not."

Denver WR Brandon Marshall was almost invisible Week 8 in the Broncos first loss at Baltimore. Marshall caught four passes for 24 yards.