History of Davis Webb in Timeline
Davis Webb is an American professional football coach and former quarterback, currently the offensive coordinator for the Denver Broncos. He played college football at Texas Tech and California before being drafted by the New York Giants in the third round of the 2017 NFL draft. Webb spent six seasons in the NFL, primarily with the Buffalo Bills, and was a member of all three New York-based NFL franchises.
2 hours ago : Sean Payton to relinquish play-calling duties to Davis Webb in 2026.
Sean Payton announced Davis Webb will be the Broncos' playcaller, starting in 2026. This decision marks a significant shift in the Broncos' offensive strategy, with Webb taking over play-calling duties from Payton.
1994: Zebbie Lethridge's single season freshman passing yards record
In 1994, Zebbie Lethridge held the record for the school single season freshman passing yards. This record was later broken by Davis Webb.
January 22, 1995: Davis Webb's Birth
Davis Webb was born on January 22, 1995.
2009: Nick Florence sets Big 12 Conference freshman passing record
In 2009, Baylor's Nick Florence set a Big 12 Conference freshman passing record. This record was later broken by Davis Webb.
2013: Baker Mayfield Transfers
During the preparations for the 2013 Holiday Bowl, it was announced that Baker Mayfield was going to be transferring from the school.
2013: Holiday Bowl Performance
In 2013, Davis Webb was named the starter for the Holiday Bowl against Arizona State. He finished the game with 403 yards, 28–41 passing and four touchdowns, tying a Holiday Bowl touchdown record and earning MVP honors.
2013: Freshman Year at Texas Tech
In 2013, during his freshman year, Davis Webb alternated as a backup quarterback behind Baker Mayfield, and as a starter for Texas Tech University. He became only the second true freshman at the position to play for the school.
October 25, 2014: Season-Ending Ankle Injury
On October 25, 2014, Davis Webb suffered a season-ending ankle injury in a game against TCU and was replaced by Patrick Mahomes.
December 30, 2015: Transfer Announcement
On December 30, 2015, Davis Webb announced his intention to transfer from Texas Tech.
January 27, 2016: Intention to Transfer to Colorado Boulder
On January 27, 2016, Davis Webb announced his intention to transfer to the University of Colorado Boulder.
May 25, 2016: Transfer to California, Berkeley
On May 25, 2016, California Golden Bears head coach Sonny Dykes announced that Davis Webb had signed a financial aid agreement and was enrolled officially at the University of California, Berkeley.
2016: Single Season Records at California
In the 2016 season at California, Davis Webb set school single-season records for passing attempts, completions and total plays. He was also named the Golden Bears' Season MVP and won the Reese's Senior Bowl MVP award.
May 11, 2017: Signing with the Giants
On May 11, 2017, the New York Giants signed Davis Webb to a four-year, $3.53 million contract that included a signing bonus of $766,420.
November 28, 2017: Announcement of Potential Playing Time
On November 28, 2017, head coach Ben McAdoo announced that Geno Smith would replace Eli Manning as the starting quarterback and that Davis Webb would also see playing time before the end of the season.
2017: First-Team Snaps in Practice
During Week 16 of the 2017 season, Davis Webb took snaps with the first-team in practice for the first time that season, but was inactive for the game.
2017: Praise from Teammates
During the 2017 season, Davis Webb received praise from teammates such as Landon Collins and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie.
2017: Drafted by the New York Giants
In 2017, Davis Webb was drafted by the New York Giants in the third round of the NFL draft.
September 2, 2018: Waived by the Giants
On September 2, 2018, Davis Webb was waived by the Giants.
September 4, 2018: Signed to Jets Practice Squad
On September 4, 2018, Davis Webb was signed to the practice squad of the New York Jets.
November 10, 2018: Promoted to Jets Active Roster
On November 10, 2018, Davis Webb was promoted to the active roster of the New York Jets.
August 31, 2019: Released by the Jets
On August 31, 2019, Davis Webb was released by the New York Jets.
September 2, 2019: Signed to Bills Practice Squad
On September 2, 2019, Davis Webb was signed to the Buffalo Bills' practice squad.
January 6, 2020: Signed Reserve/Future Contract with the Bills
On January 6, 2020, Davis Webb signed a reserve/future contract with the Buffalo Bills.
September 5, 2020: Waived by the Bills
On September 5, 2020, Davis Webb was waived by the Buffalo Bills.
January 26, 2021: Signed Reserves/Futures Contract with the Bills
On January 26, 2021, Davis Webb signed a reserves/futures contract with the Buffalo Bills.
August 31, 2021: Waived by the Bills Again
On August 31, 2021, Davis Webb was waived by the Buffalo Bills for the second time.
November 14, 2021: NFL Debut
On November 14, 2021, Davis Webb made his NFL debut against the Jets.
January 23, 2022: Expiration of Contract
On January 23, 2022, Davis Webb's contract with the Buffalo Bills expired.
February 7, 2022: Signed with the Giants
On February 7, 2022, Davis Webb signed a reserve/futures contract with the New York Giants.
August 30, 2022: Waived by the Giants
On August 30, 2022, Davis Webb was waived by the New York Giants.
October 8, 2022: Elevation from Practice Squad
On October 8, 2022, Davis Webb was elevated from the practice squad for the Week 5 game against the Green Bay Packers.
January 21, 2023: Expiration of Practice Squad Contract
On January 21, 2023, Davis Webb's practice squad contract with the New York Giants expired.
February 23, 2023: Hired by the Denver Broncos as Quarterbacks Coach
On February 23, 2023, Davis Webb was hired by the Denver Broncos as their quarterbacks coach.
2025: Promoted to Offensive Pass Game Coordinator
Prior to the 2025 season, Davis Webb was promoted to the position of offensive pass game coordinator for the Denver Broncos.
February 2, 2026: Promoted to Offensive Coordinator
On February 2, 2026, Davis Webb was promoted to offensive coordinator for the Denver Broncos.
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