In Memoriam : Former NFL cornerback Vontae Davis dies at 35

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Former NFL cornerback Vontae Davis has died at the age of 35.

Passing details

Davis was found by police Monday at his home in Southwest Ranches, Fla., reports NBC.

Officers were disparched Monday morning to a residence in the 6000 block of SW 178th Avenue by the house assistant, who discovered Davis’ body, the Davie Police Department said in a statement.

“Preliminary information suggests that foul play is not involved,” the department said.

The details of Davis cause of death were not released.

Vontae Davis NFL Career

A native of Washington, D.C., Davis was selected by Miami as the 25th pick in the first round of the 2009 draft. He played college football at the University of Illinois.

Davis spent 10 seasons in the NFL with the Miami Dolphins, Indianapolis Colts and Buffalo Bills, achieving a record of 22 interceptions and made the Pro Bowl twice.

He had one of the most memorable retirements. At halftime in 2018 with the Bills, he hung up his pads and walked off the field.

In a statement about the retirement mid-game, Davis said: “This isn’t how I pictured retiring from the NFL. But today, on the field, reality hit me hard and fast. I shouldn’t be out there anymore. … I meant no disrespect to my teammates or coaches.”

Life after retirement for Vontae Davis

After retirement, Davis co-wrote a children’s book about overcoming a tough upbringing and becoming an NFL superstar.

He also operated a wellness spa, Vzone, that specialized in oxygen treatments. According to Davis’s LinkedIn profile, he was chief executive of Davis Family Hospitality Group, described as “a comprehensive support system encompassing mentorship and safeguarding for athletes.”

Vontae’s older brother is former NFL star Vernon Davis.