On Monday, former Miami Dolphins cornerback Vontae Davis passed away at the age of 35 in his grandmother’s home in Broward County, Fla. The news was first shared by Chester Frazier, a former Illinois basketball player who knew Davis during their time at the University of Illinois.
Frazier expressed his condolences on social media, remembering Davis fondly and sending prayers to his family. According to CBS News Miami, police were investigating a death at a Southwest Ranches home owned by Vontae Davis’ grandmother, Adaline Davis. Authorities have stated that there was no foul play involved in the death of the male found at the home, later confirmed to be Davis by TMZ.
Davis was drafted by the Dolphins as the No. 25 overall pick in the 2009 NFL draft and played three seasons with the team before being traded to the Indianapolis Colts in 2012. He went on to have a successful career with the Colts, earning two Pro Bowl nods in his six years with the team. Davis finished his career with a brief stint with the Buffalo Bills, retiring from the sport at halftime of a game in Week 2. As more details become available, this post will be updated. This story was originally reported on Dolphins Wire.
