Career Timeline of Vontae Davis: Major Achievements and Milestones

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

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

Vontae Davis was an American professional football cornerback known for his NFL career with the Miami Dolphins, Indianapolis Colts, and Buffalo Bills. A first-round draft pick by the Dolphins in 2009 after playing college football for the Illinois Fighting Illini, Davis achieved recognition as a two-time Pro Bowl selection, solidifying his impact on the sport. His career was notable within the world of professional American football.

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2007: Key Performances for Fighting Illini

In 2007, Vontae Davis started all 12 games for the Fighting Illini, recording 56 tackles and tying for third in the Big Ten with four interceptions.

March 18, 2009: Illinois Pro Day Performance

On March 18, 2009, Vontae Davis attended Illinois' pro day, improving his combine drill results, including a 4.40s 40-yard dash and a 37.5" vertical jump.

July 31, 2009: Signed with Miami Dolphins

On July 31, 2009, Vontae Davis signed a five-year, $10.25 million contract with the Miami Dolphins, including $7.43 million guaranteed and a $500,000 signing bonus.

October 4, 2009: First Career Interception and Touchdown

On October 4, 2009, Vontae Davis recorded his first career interception and returned it for a 23-yard touchdown during a 38–10 victory against the Buffalo Bills.

November 1, 2009: First Career Start

On November 1, 2009, Vontae Davis earned his first career start and recorded a season-high seven combined tackles in a 39-25 victory against the New York Jets.

2009: Declared for the NFL Draft

After his junior season, Vontae Davis declared he would forgo his senior season and become eligible for the 2009 NFL draft.

2009: Rookie Season Achievements

In 2009, Vontae Davis finished his rookie season with 51 combined tackles, 11 pass deflections, and four interceptions, leading the team in interceptions and defensive back tackles. He was selected for Pro Football Weekly's All-Rookie team.

2009: Drafted by the Miami Dolphins

In 2009, Vontae Davis was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the first round of the NFL draft.

November 7, 2010: Season-High Tackles Against Baltimore Ravens

On November 7, 2010, Vontae Davis collected a season-high seven combined tackles and a pass deflection in the Dolphins' 27–10 loss at the Baltimore Ravens.

December 18, 2011: First Multi-Interception Game

On December 18, 2011, Vontae Davis recorded his first career multi-interception game, intercepting two passes by Ryan Fitzpatrick in a 30-23 win against the Buffalo Bills.

August 26, 2012: Traded to Indianapolis Colts

On August 26, 2012, Vontae Davis was traded from the Miami Dolphins to the Indianapolis Colts for a second-round pick and a conditional sixth-round pick.

October 28, 2012: Knee Injury Against Tennessee Titans

On October 28, 2012, Vontae Davis sustained a knee injury during the Colts' game against the Tennessee Titans, sidelining him for four games.

December 30, 2012: Two Interceptions Against Houston Texans

On December 30, 2012, Vontae Davis recorded five solo tackles, three pass deflections, and intercepted two passes by Matt Schaub during a 28–16 win against the Houston Texans.

January 6, 2013: First Playoff Game

On January 6, 2013, Vontae Davis started his first career playoff game as the Colts lost to the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Wildcard Game.

October 14, 2013: Season-High Tackles Against San Diego Chargers

On October 14, 2013, Vontae Davis collected a season-high seven combined tackles in the Colts' 19–9 loss to the San Diego Chargers.

2013: Conditional Draft Pick

In 2013, the Miami Dolphins did not receive a conditional sixth round pick after Vontae Davis did not exceed more than 65% of the Colts' defensive snaps in 2012.

January 4, 2014: AFC Wildcard Game

On January 4, 2014, Vontae Davis started in the AFC Wildcard Game and recorded three combined tackles during a 45–44 victory against the Kansas City Chiefs.

March 11, 2014: Signed Four-Year Contract with Colts

On March 11, 2014, Vontae Davis signed a four-year, $39 million contract with the Indianapolis Colts, including $20 million guaranteed.

October 9, 2014: Season-High Tackles Against Texans

On October 9, 2014, Vontae Davis collected a season-high five combined tackles and a pass deflection during a 33–28 victory against the Houston Texans.

October 25, 2015: Season-High Tackles and Interception

On October 25, 2015, Vontae Davis collected a season-high six combined tackles, two pass deflections, and an interception during a 27-21 loss to the New Orleans Saints.

October 16, 2016: Season-High Tackles Against Texans

On October 16, 2016, Vontae Davis recorded a season-high five combined tackles, two pass deflections, and an interception during a 26–23 loss against the Houston Texans.

October 1, 2017: First Game of the Season

On October 1, 2017, Vontae Davis started in his first game of the season and recorded a season-high six solo tackles during the Colts' 46–18 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.

October 29, 2017: Davis Collects Four Tackles in Loss

On October 29, 2017, Vontae Davis had four combined tackles and a pass deflection during the Colts' 24–23 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals.

November 8, 2017: Davis Decides to Have Season-Ending Surgery

On November 8, 2017, it was reported that Vontae Davis decided to have surgery to repair a lingering groin injury, ending his season.

November 9, 2017: Colts Release Davis

On November 9, 2017, the Indianapolis Colts released Vontae Davis, concluding his six-year tenure with the team.

February 26, 2018: Davis Signs with Buffalo Bills

On February 26, 2018, Vontae Davis signed a one-year deal with the Buffalo Bills for up to $5 million, with $3.5 million guaranteed.

2018: Abrupt Retirement from NFL

In 2018, Vontae Davis abruptly retired from the NFL during a game for the Buffalo Bills, removing himself at halftime.

September 2019: CEO of Holistic Wellness Spa

From September 2019 until his death, Vontae Davis served as the CEO of a holistic wellness spa that opened the following October in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.