Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Ashtyn Davis

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 11, 2025

How Ashtyn Davis built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Ashtyn Davis is an American professional football safety currently playing for the Miami Dolphins in the NFL. Before joining the Dolphins, he played college football at California, showcasing his athleticism as both a football player and a hurdler. Davis was drafted by the New York Jets in the third round of the 2020 NFL Draft, marking the beginning of his professional career.

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July 24, 2020: Signed with the New York Jets

On July 24, 2020, Ashtyn Davis signed a four-year contract with the New York Jets for $4.91 million, including a $1.36 million signing bonus.

July 25, 2020: Competition for Starting Safety Role

On July 25, 2020, after the New York Jets traded Jamal Adams, Ashtyn Davis competed with Bradley McDougald for the starting strong safety role but was ultimately named a backup safety.

2020: Selected in the NFL Draft

In 2020, Ashtyn Davis was selected by the Jets in the third round of the NFL draft.

2020: Drafted by the New York Jets

In 2020, Ashtyn Davis was selected by the New York Jets in the third round (68th overall) of the 2020 NFL draft.

2020: Jets Finish Season 2-14

In 2020, the Jets finished the season with a 2-14 record.

January 14, 2021: Jets Hire Robert Saleh

On January 14, 2021, the New York Jets hired Robert Saleh as head coach.

October 2, 2021: Activated from Injured Reserve

On October 2, 2021, Ashtyn Davis was activated from injured reserve after missing the first three games.

2023: Backup Safety Role

In 2023, Ashtyn Davis was pushed into a backup safety role after the Jets signed Adrian Amos and chose Tony Adams and Jordan Whitehead as starting safeties.