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Michael Keith Davis II (born January 6, 1995) is an American professional football cornerback for the New Orleans Saints of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the BYU Cougars and signed with the Los Angeles Chargers as an undrafted free agent in 2017. Davis has also played for the Washington Commanders.

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Early life

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Davisw was born on January 6, 1995, in Glendale, California. He has an African American father and Mexican mother, with him being raised Catholic by his mother.[1] Davis participated in the Glendale High School football and track and field teams.[2] During his senior year, he earned first-team All-CIF, league, & area honors. In track and field, Davis had won the Pacific League title in the 100-meter sprint 3 straight years and the 200-meter sprint 4 straight years. He ran the 100 and 200-meter dash with best times of 10.5 and 21.3. Davis also qualified for the California State Championship Meet for the 200 his junior and senior years. In 2012, he finished seventh overall, and finished fifth overall in 2013.

College career

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Davis attended BYU from 2013 to 2016, and totaled 110 tackles and 17 pass break-ups in his four seasons there.[3] Davis lost his starting position for a time during his senior season, but came off the bench to make the biggest play of his career, an interception and 40-yard return on the road against Michigan State that helped the Cougars secure a 31–14 upset victory.[4]

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
6 ft 1+5⁄8 in
(1.87 m)		 190 lb
(86 kg)		 31+5⁄8 in
(0.80 m)		 9+1⁄2 in
(0.24 m)		 4.34 s 1.60 s 2.59 s 4.34 s 7.03 s 29.0 in
(0.74 m)		 10 ft 2 in
(3.10 m)		 12 reps
All values from Pro Day[5][6]

Los Angeles Chargers

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Davis with the Los Angeles Chargers in 2021

Davis was signed by the Los Angeles Chargers as an undrafted free agent on May 1, 2017.[7] He was waived on September 2, 2017 and was signed to the Chargers' practice squad the next day.[8][9] He was promoted to the active roster on September 16, 2017.[10]

Davis was suspended two games by the NFL for violating the league's substance abuse policy on November 22, 2019.[11] He was reinstated from suspension on December 9, 2019, and activated two days later.

On April 9, 2020, Davis was re-signed to a one-year, $3.259 million contract.[12] In Week 4 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Davis intercepted a pass thrown by Tom Brady and returned it 78 yards for a touchdown during the 38–31 loss.[13] On March 15, 2021, Davis signed a 3-year contract extension with the Chargers worth 25.2 million dollars.[14]

Washington Commanders

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Davis signed a one-year contract with the Washington Commanders on March 18, 2024.[15] He finished the 2024 regular season with 14 tackles and one pass deflection over 15 games (with two starts).[16] The Commanders deactivated Davis for all three post-season games that the team played in.

New Orleans Saints

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On October 7, 2025, Davis signed with the New Orleans Saints.[17] He made 11 appearances for New Orleans, playing primarily as a special teamer, and recorded four combined tackles. On January 2, 2026, Davis was placed on season-ending injured reserve due to a shoulder injury suffered in Week 17 against the Tennessee Titans.[18]

Personal life

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Davis is Catholic.[19]

References

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Michael Davis (defensive back)

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Michael Davis (born January 6, 1995) is an for the of the (NFL). He played at , where he appeared in 48 games over four seasons from 2013 to 2016, recording 110 tackles and 17 pass breakups. After going undrafted in the , Davis signed with the as a and spent the first seven years of his professional career there, evolving into a reliable starter with notable physical attributes at 6 feet 2 inches and 196 pounds. Born and raised in , Davis attended Glendale High School, where he initially excelled as a , earning all-Pacific League first-team honors as a senior with 33 receptions for 409 yards and three touchdowns, while also contributing 39 rushes for 258 yards and two scores. Although he excelled as a in high school, Davis transitioned to at BYU, starting 30 games across his college tenure and adding one to his resume. Davis's college performance highlighted his length and ball skills, which became hallmarks of his NFL play. In his NFL career, Davis has appeared in 127 games with 76 starts through the 2025 season, amassing 364 combined tackles (282 solo), 8 interceptions (including one returned for a in 2020), 70 pass deflections, and 2 fumble recoveries. After establishing himself with the Chargers, where he played all 17 games in 2022 and 2023, Davis joined the for the 2024 season before signing a one-year contract with the Saints on October 7, 2025. As of November 2025, he has played in five games for New Orleans without a start, continuing his role as a veteran depth piece in the secondary.

Early years

Early life

Michael Davis was born on January 6, 1995, in . He was raised as an in a single-parent household by his mother, Ana Martinez, who immigrated from , , while his African American father was absent from his life. Davis's upbringing was deeply influenced by his mother's Mexican heritage, including regular childhood visits to that strengthened his cultural ties and sense of identity. The family home in Glendale featured a blend of languages—English, Spanish, and —fostering bilingual fluency and pride in his Latino roots alongside his biracial background. His mother, whom he describes as his best friend, instilled strong family values and Catholic beliefs that shaped his early moral and spiritual foundation. These family dynamics in a close-knit, single-parent environment provided Davis with resilience and motivation, while his initial exposure to sports, inspired by Mexican soccer icons like Chicharito, emerged naturally from his cultural surroundings in Glendale. This progression from childhood interests laid the groundwork for his later athletic pursuits.

High school career

Michael Davis attended Glendale High School in Glendale, California, where he developed into a prominent multi-sport supported by his family's encouragement in pursuing athletics. On the varsity football team, Davis initially played as a before transitioning to . As a senior in 2012, he earned first-team All-CIF Southern Section offensive honors as a receiver, along with All-Pacific League and All-Area honors, after recording 33 receptions for 409 yards and three touchdowns, while also contributing 39 rushes for 258 yards and two scores; defensively, he recorded 45 tackles. His performance highlighted his speed and coverage skills, which were assets in both football and other pursuits. In track and field, Davis was a dominant sprinter, securing Pacific League championships in the 100-meter dash for three straight years and in the 200-meter dash for four years, with personal records of 10.5 seconds in the 100 meters and 21.3 seconds in the 200 meters.

College career

2013–2014 seasons

Michael Davis was recruited out of Glendale High School in California to Brigham Young University (BYU) in 2013 on a scholarship, initially as a wide receiver, over a scholarship offer from Iowa State. His high school track background, where he excelled in sprints, contributed to his agility on the field during his transition to college football. As a freshman in 2013, Davis switched positions to and appeared in 5 games, primarily serving as a reserve . He recorded 17 tackles and 1 pass breakup, contributing to BYU's secondary in an independent schedule under Bronco Mendenhall. In his sophomore year of 2014, Davis solidified his role in the secondary, playing in 13 games and registering 43 tackles (36 solo) along with 6 pass deflections. His performance included a career-high 9 tackles in a win over , demonstrating his growing impact in BYU's defensive scheme, which featured aggressive coverage and multiple alignments to counter passing attacks. Davis's adaptation to the Cougars' system under Mendenhall highlighted his versatility, as he had briefly returned to during spring practices before shifting back to ahead of the fall season.

2015–2016 seasons

In his junior season of 2015, Michael Davis solidified his role as a cornerstone of the ' secondary, starting all 13 games and registering 27 tackles (22 solo) and 9 pass breakups. This performance marked a significant step in his development, transitioning from a rotational player to a reliable starter who provided coverage consistency and contributed to the team's defensive efforts against passing attacks. His ability to read routes and disrupt receivers highlighted his growing technical proficiency, building on the defensive fundamentals honed in earlier years. As a senior in 2016, Davis continued his ascent, appearing in 12 games and posting 23 tackles (18 solo) and 1 . A standout moment came in the Cougars' 31–14 upset victory over Michigan State, where Davis secured a pivotal returned 40 yards that shifted momentum and underscored his leadership on the back end of the defense. Throughout the year, he demonstrated enhanced ball skills and physicality, often shadowing top wideouts and emerging as a vocal presence among his peers, which helped stabilize BYU's pass defense during a transitional period. Over his four collegiate seasons, Davis amassed 110 total tackles, 16 pass breakups, and 1 interception across 48 games (30 starts), reflecting his evolution into a complete . Entering the as an undrafted prospect, he positioned himself for professional opportunities by participating in the Senior Bowl, where his length, speed, and instincts were seen as assets for the next level.

Professional career

Los Angeles Chargers

Michael Davis signed with the Los Angeles Chargers as an undrafted free agent on May 1, 2017, following a college career at Brigham Young University where he tallied 110 tackles and 17 pass breakups over four seasons. He earned a spot on the 53-man roster and made his NFL debut in Week 1 of the 2017 season against the Denver Broncos, appearing in 15 games primarily on special teams with limited defensive snaps. During his early years from 2017 to 2019, Davis transitioned from special teams contributor to a rotational cornerback, recording 107 combined tackles, two interceptions, and 18 pass deflections across 43 games while starting nine contests. In 2019, he faced a two-game suspension for violating the NFL's policy on substances of abuse, missing matchups against the Denver Broncos and Jacksonville Jaguars after the Chargers' bye week. That season, Davis participated in the Chargers' international game in Mexico City against the Kansas City Chiefs, a matchup that held personal significance due to his family ties to the region. Davis broke out in 2020, starting 14 of 16 games and notching career highs with 64 tackles, three , and 14 pass deflections, including a pivotal 78-yard return for a off quarterback in Week 4. His performance earned him a three-year contract extension worth $25.2 million, including $15 million guaranteed, signed on March 15, 2021. Over his seven seasons with the Chargers from 2017 to 2023, Davis started 74 of 107 games, amassing 349 combined tackles, 69 pass deflections, and eight , establishing himself as a reliable boundary corner in the secondary. In 2022 and 2023, Davis solidified his role as a consistent starter, recording 62 tackles each season while breaking up 15 passes in 2022 and 10 in 2023, contributing to the Chargers' defensive efforts amid roster transitions. The Chargers released Davis on March 13, 2024, concluding his tenure after 107 appearances and allowing him to enter free agency.

On March 18, 2024, Michael Davis signed a one-year, $3.2 million contract with the as a , marking his first team change after seven seasons with the . His prior experience as a starting with the Chargers brought veteran leadership to Washington's secondary, which was undergoing a rebuild under new head coach Dan Quinn. In the 2024 season, Davis served primarily in a rotational role as a veteran cornerback, appearing in 15 games with 2 starts due to the team's depth chart featuring younger players like Emmanuel Forbes Jr. and Benjamin St-Juste. He recorded 14 total tackles (7 solo), 1 pass deflection, and no interceptions, contributing to the unit's efforts in pass defense while playing about 15% of defensive snaps. Davis adapted to the aggressive, man-coverage-oriented scheme implemented by new defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr., who emphasized cornerback development and provided stability to a secondary that ranked mid-tier in the NFL for allowing passing yards. Following the expiration of his one-year deal at the end of the 2024 season, Davis was not re-signed by the Commanders and entered free agency.

New Orleans Saints

On October 7, 2025, the New Orleans Saints signed veteran cornerback Michael Davis to their active roster as an unrestricted free agent following a brief period on the open market after his one-year stint with the Washington Commanders concluded at the end of the 2024 season. The move came amid injuries in the Saints' secondary, particularly after cornerback Isaac Yiadom suffered a hamstring injury in practice the previous week, prompting the team to seek added depth. In his early tenure with the Saints during the 2025 season, Davis appeared in five games through Week 9, primarily contributing on special teams with 49 snaps (44% of the team's special teams total) while logging just two defensive snaps (1% of defensive total). His on-field production was limited, registering one assisted tackle in the Week 9 matchup against the , with no interceptions, pass deflections, sacks, or forced fumbles recorded. Entering the season, Davis had amassed 363 total tackles and 70 passes defended over 122 career games, bringing his lifetime total to 127 appearances after joining New Orleans. Under defensive coordinator , Davis has served as a rotational depth piece and veteran mentor in the secondary, helping stabilize the unit amid ongoing injury challenges to key players like Yiadom. His experience from nine NFL seasons has been valued for providing leadership and reliability in a group navigating a transitional defensive scheme. As of November 2025, Davis remains an active member of the Saints' 53-man roster, continuing to contribute in a rotational and special teams capacity while available for increased defensive opportunities as needed.

Personal life

Family and heritage

Michael Davis is biracial, with an African American father who was absent from his life and a mother, Ana Martinez, from . Raised as an in a single-parent household in , Davis credits his mother with fostering a deep sense of cultural pride and connection to his Latino roots from an early age. Martinez's influence extended to exposing Davis to the , in which he became fluent alongside English and , and immersing him in traditions through frequent family trips to starting at age five. These experiences, including stays with extended family in Ciudad López Mateos, reinforced values of family unity and resilience that Davis describes as central to his identity as both and . He has often highlighted his mother as his "best friend" and primary motivator, viewing his family ties as a driving force in his personal growth. Davis publicly embraces his heritage through advocacy, such as participating in the 2019 NFL game in as a representative of his roots and announcing the Chargers' 2019 draft pick in Spanish at Mexico's . During Latino Heritage Month, he promotes pride in mixed identities with messages like "just be proud of who you are," aiming to inspire others facing similar cultural blends. Davis has two children: a son named Atticus and a daughter named Rocky. No public details are available regarding his .

Faith

Michael Davis was raised Catholic from early childhood by his mother, Ana , who instilled in him the Catholic beliefs passed down through her family. Martinez has expressed gratitude to for her son's continued success in the , highlighting the role of in their family life. Davis maintains a lifelong connection to his Catholic faith, though he has kept public expressions of it limited, primarily referencing it in discussions of his personal heritage and rather than in professional or philanthropic contexts.

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