Career Timeline of Gabe Davis: Major Achievements and Milestones

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

Gabriel "Gabe" Davis is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at the University of Central Florida (UCF) before being drafted by the Bills in the fourth round of the 2020 NFL Draft. Davis is known for his clutch performances in high-stakes games, earning him the nickname "Big-Game Gabe."

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2017: Freshman Season at UCF

In 2017, as a true freshman at UCF, Davis started all 13 games, recording 27 receptions for 391 yards and four touchdowns.

2018: Sophomore Season at UCF

In 2018, as a sophomore at UCF, Davis started 12 of 13 games, achieving 53 receptions for 815 yards and seven touchdowns.

2019: Junior Season at UCF

In 2019, during his junior year at UCF, Davis had 72 passes for 1241 yards, leading to his decision to enter the 2020 NFL draft after the season.

May 8, 2020: Signed with Buffalo Bills

On May 8, 2020, Davis signed a four-year, $3.99 million contract, including a $699,000 signing bonus, with the Bills.

2020: Entered NFL Draft

After his junior season, in 2020 Gabriel Davis entered the NFL Draft.

2020: Drafted by Buffalo Bills

In 2020, Gabriel Davis was selected by the Buffalo Bills in the fourth round of the NFL draft.

2021: 2021 Season with the Bills

In the 2021 season, Davis had 35 receptions for 539 yards and six touchdowns, helping the Bills win the AFC East for the second consecutive season with an 11-6 record.

2022: 2022 Season Performance

During the 2022 season, Davis recorded 48 receptions for 836 receiving yards and seven receiving touchdowns in 15 games.

2023: 2023 Season Stats

During the 2023 season, Davis had 45 receptions for 746 yards and seven touchdowns and was named one of the Bills' captains.

March 13, 2024: Signed with Jacksonville Jaguars

On March 13, 2024, Davis signed a three-year contract for $39 million with the Jacksonville Jaguars, including $24 million guaranteed.

2024: Rookie Brian Thomas Jr.'s performance

In 2024, Brian Thomas Jr. performed well, possibly influencing the Jaguar's decision to release Davis the next year.

May 7, 2025: Released by Jaguars

On May 7, 2025, the Jaguars released Davis, which was possibly influenced by worries about his injury recovery, and rookie Brian Thomas Jr's performance in 2024 as well as the selection of Travis Hunter.