Tank out for the year

S Tank Williams has a broken left kneecap that will sideline him for the season, coach Brad Childress said.

"I feel terrible for Tank," said Childress, who praised the veteran about his approach to the season.

Childress said Williams had embraced the signing of S Dwight Smith, so long as he had a chance to compete for a starting spot.

Childress declined comment when asked if the team would add another safety.

Behind Smith and Darren Sharper are Willie Offord, rookie Greg Blue and Will Hunter.