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Former Vol waived by Denver after NFL rookie minicamp
TL;DR
Former Tennessee defensive back William Wright was waived by the Denver Broncos after their rookie minicamp. The team also waived running back Deuce Vaughn while signing two new players.
Key points
- William Wright waived by Denver Broncos
- Wright played for Tennessee from 2020-25
- Wright recorded 28 tackles and two interceptions
- Broncos also waived running back Deuce Vaughn
- New signings include Paul Manning and Michael Woods II
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Former Vol waived by Denver after NFL rookie minicamp
Former Tennessee defensive back William Wright was waived by Denver in the NFL after the Broncosâ rookie minicamp.
The Broncos waived Wright and running back Deuce Vaughn, while signing free agent cornerback Paul Manning and wide receiver Michael Woods II.
Wright played for the Vols from 2020-25. He appeared in 45 games and totaled 28 tackles, two interceptions, three pass deflections, one touchdown and 26 kick return yards.
In 2025, the 6-foot, 198-pound defensive back played in 13 games, including one start. Wrightâs first career start was in the final game of his career during the Music City Bowl versus Illinois. He returned an interception 35 yards against New Mexico State on Nov. 15, 2025.
Wright was named to the Fall SEC Academic Honor Roll four times (2021, 2023-25).
He is from Ensworth School in Nashville, Tennessee. The former Vol also competed in track and field at Ensworth.
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Q&A
Why was William Wright waived by the Denver Broncos?
William Wright was waived by the Denver Broncos following their rookie minicamp as part of roster adjustments.
What were William Wright's college statistics at Tennessee?
During his time at Tennessee, William Wright played in 45 games, recording 28 tackles, two interceptions, and one touchdown.
Who did the Denver Broncos sign after waiving Wright?
After waiving William Wright, the Denver Broncos signed cornerback Paul Manning and wide receiver Michael Woods II.