Get with it! And we saw firsthand just how thoroughly Ireland sucks at his job. He finished the 2011 season with 43 combined tackles (39 solo), nine pass deflections, four interceptions, and a sack in 12 games and 12 starts. 25 overall in the 2009 NFL Draft after a decorated collegiate career at Illinois, which included being a two-time first-team All-Big Ten selection in 2007 and 2008. -- Then came the moment we were all waiting for: the Vontae Davis trade. She was so excited, she was like "oh my gosh," jumping up and down. Philbin made an awkward lurchy face. South Florida's independent The Les Brown releasing was especially painful, given that he seems like a genuinely good guy with a huge heart and a superhot girlfriend. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Sometimes Id sit on my bed and cry, because sometimes we struggled. Bobby Hutton was one of the original member of the Black Panther Party. No one was more surprised that Vontae Davis was traded from the Dolphins to the Colts over the weekend than Vontae Davis. [45] He received the concussion while attempting to tackle running back Roy Helu and remained on the ground for several minutes before walking off the field on his own will. It was a Chevy Impala. Furthermore, it seems like Davis was not even able to stand up straight or retain steady consciousness. Philbin maintained that stance on Tuesday. But she knows just what to say, even when the conversation turns to football. In Indianapolis, Davis has seemingly elevated his play. He was named to the Freshman All-America first teams by The Sporting News, Scout.com, and Rivals.com and was also the Fighting Illini's Rookie of the Year. Players of American football from Washington, D.C. Dunbar High School (Washington, D.C.) alumni, Short description is different from Wikidata, NFL player missing current team parameter, Infobox NFL biography articles missing alt text, Articles containing potentially dated statements from September 2019, All articles containing potentially dated statements, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, Career statistics and player information from, This page was last edited on 8 February 2023, at 00:37. Vernon is asked what might have been the childrens fate if his grandmother hadnt put them before herself. She found the car that she wanted. [18] He also led the NFL in lowest opposing passer rating (38.8) and earned an overall grade of 95.1, which was the second highest overall grade among all qualifying cornerbacks in 2014. Vontae Ottis Davis (born May 27, 1988) is a former American football cornerback who played for the Miami Dolphins, Indianapolis Colts, and Buffalo Bills of the National Football League (NFL). It's why I'm here at training camp. Crazy how you can be around one of the greatest teams in the history of the NFL as an impressionable young man and learn exactly dick when it comes to building good football teams. She had been left brain dead after suffering cardiac arrest brought on by COVID-19. Since the accident occurred, Davis has interestingly pleaded not guilty to the charge. Ive never tackled him before, Vontae said. [18], The Indianapolis Colts finished atop their division with an 115 record. His grandmother reared him in Washington, D.C., after taking in him and his six brothers from parents struggling with an addiction. The Vontae Davis retirement will go down in Buffalo Bills infamy. 'I did the best thing a son could ever do for his mom, is show up when she's about to take her last breath. However, Davis did try to defend himself. You have no business doing that, that's not you."'. and help keep the future of New Times, Use of this website constitutes acceptance of our. The wreck occurred at about 7:45 a.m. on Feb. 4 on the Florida Turnpike in Hollywood when . 'Here's a kid who has a chance to be one of the best athletes to play football, he was that good. [33] He made his Indianapolis Colts regular season debut in their season-opener at the Chicago Bears and recorded five solo tackles in their 4122 loss. The incident turned out to be the result of identity theft after Davis's wallet was stolen. Vontae Ottis Davis Age and Birth Information The police also took Daviss statement. [32], Head coach Chuck Pagano named Davis a starting cornerback to begin the regular season, along with Jerraud Powers. Davis said he remained estranged from his drug-addict mother for decades. I could just tell as a kid he was unique, he had talent. Vontae Davis (left) of the Buffalo Bills shakes hands with Micah Hyde (right) during pregame warm-ups before the start of NFL game action against the Los Angeles Chargers at New Era Field on Sept. 16 in Buffalo, New York. Illinois knew about him, Virginia knew about him, Maryland knew about him,' Davis said. Davis was in Miami as a starter across from Sean Smith before the Indianapolis Colts acquired him in a trade. His injury sidelined him for the next four games (Weeks 912). He started taking acting classes in San Francisco and auditioning for movie and TV roles. Until you realize he'll probably be picked up by the Patriots and will then proceed to rip our team several new assholes twice a season for the next seven or eight seasons. In a cruel twist, the actor and former tight end came down with coronavirus symptoms soon after, and had to pull out of the Mississippi filming, losing his spot in the movie. After Bills cornerback Vontae Davis retired abruptly during halftime of his team's 31-20 loss to the Chargers on Sunday, he released an official statement through the league explaining his decision. But reportedly Davis did end up picking the Bills for two reasons. Something she always wanted that she never had: a car,' he said. I went to a different high school instead of going to the high school in my neighborhood, just so I could start new and get away from all the negative behavior. Not in Adalines house. Of course I say Im going to get the best of him, but he probably thinks otherwise.. Davis's social media is full of pictures of him sharply dressed and sporting a Hollywood-white smile, arms around celebrities and actors including Bruce Willis with whom he is starring in upcoming action movie Day To Die. He is 94 kg tall and 5 feet 11 inches wide. Ireland consulted with Philbin. Vernon Davis was born in 1984 in Washington, DC where he attended Paul Public Charter School and Dunbar High School, lettering in football, basketball, and track & field. But everybody at church always said, You know, those kids always look so neat.. [27] On December 18, 2011, Davis recorded five combined tackles, two pass deflections, and intercepted two passes by Ryan Fitzpatrick in the Dolphins' 3023 win at the Buffalo Bills in Week 15. [29] During camp, he was surpassed on the depth chart by Marshall and was demoted to being the third cornerback on the depth chart. She cant bear to watch them get so much as a scratch. Vontae Davis Just Wants to Call His Grandma After Being Informed of Trade to Colts (Video) by Mike Cole August 29, 2012 The best part about sports reality TV shows like Hard Knocks, 24/7 or. Davis was inactive for two games (Weeks 56) due to an ankle injury he sustained in Week 3. Other opportunities will come, you just have to be patient.'. Adeline Davis had watched the premiere episode of ''Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Miami Dolphins. 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[45] In Week 12, he made two solo tackles, two pass deflections, and returned an interception for 42-yards in the Colts' 233 win against the Jacksonville Jaguars. In the Uptown area in northwest Washington, D.C., gangs, drugs and other pitfalls are among the trappings. On October 9, 2014, Davis collected a season-high five combined tackles and a pass deflection during a 3328 victory at the Houston Texans in Week 6. He has little on his schedule -- a lunch meeting with his business partner and maybe some household chores -- so he decides to spend his morning doing something familiar, a routine from his NFL playing days: logging an hour in his . 'But now, he doesn't get a chance to do that because he's struggling with this disability that he has that's linked to mental health. 'That was the woman from [whom] I got everything I had. It's like I regained that, those moments that we missed. Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Advertising and Branding from FLAME Also, it's the last episode of the season, so enjoy it, Dolphins fans. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. Aditya Rajput is an NFL writer at EssentiallySports. Adeline Davis had watched the premiere episode of ''Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Miami Dolphins.''. [70], Vontae is the younger brother of former San Francisco 49ers, Denver Broncos, and Washington Redskins' tight end Vernon Davis. [55] He finished the 2016 season with 37 combined tackles (34 solo), ten pass deflections, and an interception in 14 games and 14 starts. In the following two seasons, the Dolphins showed flashes of brilliance, including the incredible goal-line interception against Brett Favre that Davis caught flat on his back after tipping, juggling, and tipping the ball. He has considered leaving a profession that makes him earn millions less than the dreams he cannot complete. 'Vontae used to stay in the house and play videogames all the time. EXCLUSIVE: NFL star Vernon Davis opens up about mending his fractured relationship with his drug addicted mother and the 'painful' moment he was forced to take her off life support after she. He directly shared everything with his granny, and they laughed when he said, 'He had just retired. But she will have played a significant role in it nonetheless. He played college football at Illinois, and was drafted by the Dolphins in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft. Seventy-year-old Adaline Davis wont be watching todays game. On December 30, 2012, Davis recorded five solo tackles, three pass deflections, and intercepted two passes by Matt Schaub during a 2816 win in Week 17. There were even reveals of some pictures that make it painfully clear that Davis might not be innocent. Vontae and Vernon could very well come face to face in this game. By 2016 he said he felt ready to rebuild his relationship with her. Pub puzzle depicting a 'common phrase' stumps thousands - before the What lack of sleep REALLY does to your face: Expert reveals the warning signs your skin is suffering. Davis, who played for the Bills, Colts and Dolphins over the course of his career, was reportedly arrested. When Vontae became a first-round draft pick in 2009, it was confirmation that coach and grandmother were right. [47] On December 23, 2014, it was announced that Davis was selected to the 2015 Pro Bowl. Almost immediately, he thrived. Become a member to support the independent voice of South Florida You cant let that coach choose your life. Vernon had played basketball, but given his grandmothers attitude toward football, he hadnt had the chance to experience the sport. [18] Davis led the team in interceptions as a rookie and led all defensive backs on the team in tackles. 'I said 'Okay ma, we're going to start you off small because this is your first vehicle.' "SLATER SCOOP: Former NFL Pro Bowl CB Vontae Davis was arrested for DUI in S. Florida on Saturday. I was in the National Honors Society, I was a grade A student, I started to work out, to train, and I excelled in sports. Some of his former colleagues responded directly and mockingly to him. [18] Pro Football Focus gave Davis an overall grade of 45.2, which ranked 103rd among all qualifying cornerbacks in 2017. He was then traded to the Denver Broncos, where he won Super Bowl 50 after the 2015 season and signed with the Washington Redskins - now Washington Football Team - in 2016 and retired in February 2020, 'He actually taught Vontae how to play. [30], On August 26, 2012, the Miami Dolphins traded Davis to the Indianapolis Colts in exchange for their second round pick (54th overall) and a conditional sixth round pick in the 2013 NFL Draft. [72] In June 2009, several media outlets incorrectly reported that Davis was stopped and arrested for traffic infractions in Champaign, Illinois. He received numerous accolades such as the PrepStar All-American, and D.C. Gatorade Player of the Year. [22] After the game, Vikings' quarterback Brett Favre stated, "Number 21, I felt like, was one of the best corners in this league, especially that no one knows about. She is the main reason Im here., Said Vernon: I was the one out there running the streets, staying out late. A lot of observers of the team and ever fans were angry at Davis, labeling him as a traitor or quitter of sorts. Davis' issue and side weren't the only ones highlighted in the episode in 2012. He had about a 15-yard head start, Jeffries recalled, and Vontae ran him down. Vontae Davis has recently moved to Davie, Florida; after his retirement as a cornerback, he has been living happily in Florida. She was and still is the backbone of our whole family.. It shows that you think it's unacceptable to be mediocre. 'I broke into someone's home, we stole some items and I was arrested. Make a one-time donation today for as little as $1. First, the one-year, $5 million deal was the most money he was offered. Davis, who during the course of his career played for the Bills, Colts, and Dolphins, was reportedly detained after an upsetting event . Delving into his childhood, Davis told DailyMailTV how his grandmother raised him and his five siblings in a three-bedroom Washington, DC apartment, while his mother struggled with addiction and his father was absent. He instantly asked to "call his granny," as sadness was written all over his face. But he battled the NFL's financial side, frequent injuries, and use of painkillers throughout his whole career. 'That made me happy to see her happy like that, knowing I could make her happy before she left this earth.'. February 5, 2023 3:41 pm ET. [45], On October 25, 2015, Davis collected a season-high six combined tackles, two pass deflections, and an interception during a 2721 loss to the New Orleans Saints in Week 7. There were some brutal comparisons of him to controversial ex-NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown. On March 18, 2009, Davis attended Illinois' pro day and opted to perform the majority of combine drills. I wasnt able to dress them in fancy clothes, she said. -- The episode ultimately came down to showing us players being told they were being released. 2023 www.indystar.com. I knew that from a very young age. 'By the time I turned 13 my whole life was changed. Their father was never in the picture. We saw the stark reality of players' dreams of playing professional football halted by the cruel, cutthroat world of the NFL. By 2016 he said he felt ready to rebuild his relationship with her as luck would have it, just when the then-Washington Redskins offered him a spot in his old hometown. Davis's younger brother Vontae followed in his footsteps, with encouragement from Davis. Football had never been a passion for Davis; it had always been more of a profession; he cherished the experience of playing the game and excelling at it. 31. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Advertising and Branding from FLAME University. -- HBO really tried to shoehorn the whole. Fears Constance Marten and partner's baby 'could have been dead for two weeks' as post-mortem is set to take 'He has shown no remorse': Carrie Johnson says the early release of Joanna Simpson's killer BA pilot husband Schools in London, the South East and Wales to shut today as teachers stage THIRD day of strikes in blow to Model, 44, 'smuggled 5M in criminal cash into Dubai by hiding banknotes in suitcases on two flights from Rishi Sunak's 'away day' bid to unite warring Tories: PM takes MPs to 400-a-night Windsor hotel where he Boris Johnson 'could make first comments on Brexit deal TODAY' amid DUP meltdown with hardliners saying it Grinning and bearing it? That's called "quitting". The shit only gets chunkier from here! -- There was a part where HBO showed clips of players dropping passes, missing tackles, and falling down while Dubstep's "Cracks Begin to Show" played in the background. Although the cornerback was dealt to the Indianapolis Colts, most football fans were unaware of the events leading up to the airing of Hard Knocks. It's going to be a long season,''' Davis said she told him. ''I didn't watch it, but I heard,'' Davis said Tuesday. Browse more videos Playing next 0:43 Colorado State Apologizes for Fans Chanting 'Russia' at Ukrainian Opponent 0:31 Joe Montana Thinks 49ers Should Start Jimmy Garoppolo at QB for 2023 Season It's been almost two years since Vontae Davis suddenly retired from the NFL at halftime of a Buffalo Bills - Los Angeles Chargers game and I still think about that unexpected move about once. He's apparently been on Philbin's shit list for arriving to meetings late. He was also charged with two counts of assault with intent to kill while armed. The Davis brothers and their five siblings were the kind of kids who grow up to be statistics. Davis recorded his first career regular season tackle on wide receiver Michael Jenkins for a three-yard loss in the fourth quarter. We grew up in a three-bedroom home in Washington, DC. [55] In Week 16, he made a season-high five solo tackles and broke up a pass in the Colts' 3325 loss at the Oakland Raiders. 'But when I got back to Washington, in that year my mom and I started talking more I knew how important it was for me to cultivate a good relationship with her.'. It was just a struggle. Sources: NFL contract specifics generally collected from verified reports. 'I separated myself from my friends. Davis became a letterman in football, basketball, and track & field at Dunbar High School in Washington and ended up being listed as the fourth-best tight end prospect of the class of 2003, according to archive Rivals.com rankings. Kate's tribute to the Queen: Princess donned a replica of the late monarch's brooch for St David's Day Charles is evicting Harry and Meghan from Frogmore Cottage 'so he can start after his Coronation with Mel B reveals her Spice Girls bandmates knew about the 'abuse' she suffered while she was married to Stephen Do YOU know how much a flooded home costs to repair - and is it covered on your insurance? Vontae Davis, a former NFL player, shares an incredible bond with his grandmother, who is his biggest inspiration. [58] Head coach Chuck Pagano benched Davis in favor of rookie Quincy Wilson during the Colts' Week 9 victory against the Houston Texans in what he called a non-injury related coaching decision. Sunday, that changes. She struggled with drugs for so long, it was hard to be able to communicate with her because I was holding on to so much. [31] The Miami Dolphins used the second round pick they received in the trade to draft cornerback Jamar Taylor, but did not receive a conditional sixth round pick after Davis did not exceed more than 65% of the Colts' defensive snaps in 2012. [18], Davis entered training camp slated as a starting cornerback, along with Sean Smith, but saw competition from Richard Marshall and Nolan Carroll. "I've trained since I was 11 years old to this job," Ireland quips. Photos obtained by TMZ Sports show former NFL cornerback Vontae Davis asleep on the side of the Florida Turnpike prior to his recent arrest. Former Indianapolis Colts cornerback Vontae Davis was arrested Saturday morning and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Florida, according to multiple reports. All rights reserved. Later, at her grandsons lowest professional moments, it was Adalines words that helped lift their heads. Ireland pulled the trigger. My dad was never around. He posted better times in the 40-yard dash (4.40s), 20-yard dash (2.52s), and 10-yard dash (1.48s) while also adding height to his vertical jump (37.5"). Davis doesn't blink as Ireland delivered the news. We also saw that, no matter what Vontae Davis' Dolphins legacy is, we will forever know him as the dude who simply wanted to call his grandma when he was told he had been traded to the Colts. Furthermore, Davis was ultimately booked under a DUI charge. . . Following his demotion, he competed to be the first-team nickelback against Nolan Carroll. The comments below have not been moderated. He intercepted a pass attempt by quarterback Trent Edwards that was originally intended for Josh Reed and returned it for a 23-yard touchdown at the end of the second quarter. EXCLUSIVE - Revealed: Prison reform boss who drunkenly beat her husband every day after downing white wine Are you allowing your bank to rip you off? No matter how someone tries to cut it, it makes for intriguing entertainment. But he told DailyMailTV he has come a long way from his upbringing in a poor neighborhood in 1980s DC. In the Davis family, the fallout from this game goes beyond the standings. Johnson didn't take any chances on Tuesday. According to Andy Slater of Fox Sports 640, Davis allegedly "crashed into a disabled car on the side of the highway, which then . There should be law where you're allowed to call your grandma whenever shit goes down, like when you're given one phone call after being arrested. He was . Davis, who played for the Bills, Colts and Dolphins over the course of his career, was reportedly arrested. 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Join the New Times community and help support independent All rights reserved. [41], On March 11, 2014, the Indianapolis Colts signed Davis to a four-year, $39 million contract with $20 million guaranteed. HOLY SHIT, WE'RE ALL GONNA KEEP EATING BIG CEREAL BOWLS OF DICKS FOR MANY MORE SEASONS TO COME! Furthermore, it seems like some recent news came to light that might incriminate the ex-Buffalo Bills cornerback even more. Their mother was, but barely. She took such good care of that car, it's still parked at my grandma's right now. [68][69], Davis later commented that his abrupt retirement was due to an abrupt realization that football was no longer what he was meant to be doing, and that "leaving was therapeutic". [38], Defensive coordinator Greg Manusky retained Davis as the No. All those days I spent playing with that team, I spent a lot of them with my mother. Tricky emoji quiz will put your knowledge of childhood classics to the test. And Vontae said, I aint gonna be that easy!. But Davis revealed that the best athlete of the family was not him or Vontae, but their younger brother Michael. He recently came in highlight, and people started searching for him for amazingly growing his net worth by millions. "I wanna call my grandma," Davis replied. The following week, he collected six solo tackles in the Dolphins' 2313 loss to the Houston Texans in Week 2. Vontae Jones is a character on The Blacklist. 'As I got older, it lived in me and I had to learn how to channel those emotions because I had so much anger, pain and embarrassment inside of me. I have a lot of friends who arent here anymore. Though Michael had long exhibited some odd behavior, their grandmother was concerned when he became aggressive as a teenager. It wasnt easy. "I hope he called his grandma," one fan wrote, referencing the infamous Vontae Davis "Hard Kocks . His judgment to leave football has changed him into a man who can have challenging situations but not a wrong decision. He was unaware that cameras had been hidden inside the room to record his private moment, which would later go viral. He doesn't regret it. 'Watching my mom on drugs walking up and down the street was totally embarrassing for me as a kid. Davis has never been married but he has been engaged in the past. [37] He finished the season with 51 combined tackles (46 solo), seven passes defensed, three interceptions, and a sack in ten games and ten starts. From that moment I changed my life. [34] On October 28, 2012, Davis made one tackle before exiting the Colts' 1913 victory at the Tennessee Titans in the first quarter after injuring his knee. Once, Vontae had a high school assistant coach who was riding him. 'It's disgusting and inhumane!' Vontae, a standout cornerback for the Colts, and Vernon, a Pro Bowl tight end for the 49ers, have never faced each other on any level in football. On this week's episode of Hard Knocks, Dolphins General Manager Jeff Ireland called Davis into his office and informed him that he was heading to the Colts. [14] Davis surpassed Nathan Jones on the depth chart after the Miami Dolphins' Week 3 loss at the San Diego Chargers. 1 starting cornerback to begin the season, along with Greg Toler and nickelback Darius Butler. Davis, then 30, a 10-year veteran, left the Buffalo Bills . In the community that I lived in, if you're outside that means you're more susceptible to get in trouble,' he said. Davis voiced his displeasure and stated he felt disrespected after the Colts did not allow him to travel with the team to Houston. And Davis revealed he himself had a run-in with the law at age 12 when he was given two years' probation for breaking into a neighbor's home to steal - a turning point he said made him 'straighten up' and set his mind on a career in football. [22] Davis completed the 2010 season with 54 combined tackles (46 solo), 12 pass deflections, and an interception in 16 games and 15 starts. Vontae is highly courageous to decide where he is now, enjoying a part of life that he once thought he would never again get back. [45] The following week, Davis recorded two combined tackles and two pass deflections before leaving the Colts' 4927 victory against the Washington Redskins in the second quarter after sustaining a concussion. It was nice to hear Philbin curse for fucking once! Philbin, who didn't watch the show either, said it's inaccurate to suggest Davis is in the doghouse or fallen out of favor. Gotta work hard to get better every day.''. She molded them. On October 4, 2009, Davis recorded three solo tackles, a pass deflection, and returned his first career interception for a touchdown during a 3810 victory against the Buffalo Bills in Week 4. He said, This coach just keep cussing at me, Adaline said. 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