Carolina Panthers: Davis’ Turn To Shine

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Published: August 15, 2009

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... WFNZ-AM, he stated that anything less than being named an All-Pro this season would be a disappointment.

That's a bold statement from a player that many fans called a bust after he struggled in his first two years in the NFL.

At the University of Georgia, Davis was feared throughout the SEC for his closing speed and ferocious tackles.  The 6'1", 227 pound safety turned in a 4.43 at the combine after notching 173 tackles in three years with the Bulldogs.

The scouting report on Davis was ideal for the Panthers.  It said he made "a tremendous impact against the run ... finds the ball ... he’s an intimidating hitter who can blitz."  For a run defense that needed help, he was just what the doctor ordered.

When he was drafted by the Panthers in the first round of the 2005 draft, he became an instant hit with fans for his attitude, which was summed up in his famous quote, "Get to the ball with bad intentions."


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Carolina Panthers: Davis’ Turn To Shine

By
for NFLSportChannel.com

Published: August 15, 2009

commentComment        

... WFNZ-AM, he stated that anything less than being named an All-Pro this season would be a disappointment.

That's a bold statement from a player that many fans called a bust after he struggled in his first two years in the NFL.

At the University of Georgia, Davis was feared throughout the SEC for his closing speed and ferocious tackles.  The 6'1", 227 pound safety turned in a 4.43 at the combine after notching 173 tackles in three years with the Bulldogs.

The scouting report on Davis was ideal for the Panthers.  It said he made "a tremendous impact against the run ... finds the ball ... he’s an intimidating hitter who can blitz."  For a run defense that needed help, he was just what the doctor ordered.

When he was drafted by the Panthers in the first round of the 2005 draft, he became an instant hit with fans for his attitude, which was summed up in his famous quote, "Get to the ball with bad intentions."


Read Complete Article at Bleacher Report - NFL
Article Source: BleacherReport.com


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