Vontae Davis, former NFL cornerback dies at 35

Vontae Davis, two-time Pro Bowl cornerback was found dead at his grandmother's house in Florida

Vontae Davis: former NFL cornerback dies at 35
Vontae Davis, two-time Pro Bowl cornerback was found dead at his grandmother's house

Vontae Davis, two-time Pro Bowl cornerback was found dead on Monday, April 1, at his grandmother’s house in Southwest Ranches, Florida at the age of 35.

According to The Guardian, the Davie Police Department said, “Officers were called to the residence by the house assistant, who found the homeowner deceased."

They added, "We can confirm that the deceased individual is Vontae Davis age 35. Preliminary information suggests that foul play is not involved.”

Davis played for the Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins, and Indianapolis Colts. He played two back-to-back Pro Bowls in 2014 and 2015.

Jim Irsay, the principal owner of the Colts, paid tribute to Davis on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). 

He wrote, “Extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Vontae Davis. A great guy, teammate, player. My prayers to Vontae's family.”

The Dolphins, who drafted Davis in 2009 also expressed his condolences, noting, “We are heartbroken by the sudden passing of former Dolphins CB Vontae Davis and extend our deepest condolences to his family & loved ones during this difficult time."

Davis retired in 2018 during the half-time of a game while playing for the Buffalo Bills against the Los Angeles Chargers.