History of Gabe Davis in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 21, 2025

Gabriel "Gabe" Davis is a professional American football wide receiver for the Buffalo Bills. Drafted in the fourth round of the 2020 NFL Draft after playing college football at UCF, Davis has become known for his clutch performances in critical games, earning him the nickname "Big-Game Gabe." He is a key part of the Bills' offense.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

April 1, 1999: Gabriel Davis Born

On April 1, 1999, Gabriel Davis was born. He would become an American professional football wide receiver.

2017: Freshman Season at UCF

In 2017, as a true freshman at UCF, Davis played in and 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, securing 53 receptions for 815 yards and seven touchdowns.

2019: Junior Season at UCF

In 2019, Davis played his junior year where he catching 72 passes for 1241 yards.

May 8, 2020: Signs with Buffalo Bills

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

2020: Drafted by Buffalo Bills

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

2020: Enters NFL Draft

In 2020, after his junior season, Gabe Davis entered the NFL draft.

2021: 2021 Season with the Bills

In the 2021 season, Davis played in 16 games for the Buffalo Bills, recording 35 receptions for 539 yards and six touchdowns. The Bills finished with an 11-6 record and won the AFC East.

2022: 2022 Season Performance

In 2022, Gabe Davis had a career-high 98-yard touchdown catch, tying the record for the longest touchdown reception in franchise history. He ended the 2022 season with 48 receptions for 836 receiving yards and seven receiving touchdowns in 15 games.

2023: Named Bills Captain for 2023 Season

In 2023, Gabe Davis was named one of the Buffalo Bills' captains before the start of the season. He finished the 2023 season with 45 receptions for 746 yards and seven touchdowns.