Anthony Davis (offensive tackle, born 1980) facts for kids
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| Position: | Offensive tackle | ||||||
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| Born: | March 27, 1980 Paterson, New Jersey, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) | ||||||
| Weight: | 322 lb (146 kg) | ||||||
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| College: | Virginia Tech | ||||||
| Undrafted: | 2003 | ||||||
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Anthony Sherrod Davis, born on March 27, 1980, is a former American football player. He played as an offensive tackle, a very important position in football. He started his professional career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2003.
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| 6 ft 4+3⁄8 in (1.94 m) |
329 lb (149 kg) |
32+3⁄4 in (0.83 m) |
9+5⁄8 in (0.24 m) |
5.00 s | 1.83 s | 3.07 s | 4.98 s | 8.26 s | 27.5 in (0.70 m) |
7 ft 11 in (2.41 m) |
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Anthony Davis: Football Player
Anthony Davis was a strong and skilled player. He spent several years playing professional football. He was known for his role as an offensive tackle. This position helps protect the quarterback and clear paths for running backs.
College Football Career
Before becoming a professional, Anthony Davis played college football. He attended Virginia Tech. While playing for the Virginia Tech Hokies, he showed great talent. In 2002, he was recognized as a Second-team All-Big East player. This award means he was one of the best players in his conference.
Playing in the NFL
After college, Anthony Davis joined the NFL. He was signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2003. This means he joined the team even though he was not chosen in the main draft. This is called being an undrafted free agent.
Time with the Buccaneers
Anthony Davis played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 2003 to 2008. During his time there, he played in many games. He helped the team's offense by blocking opponents.
Other NFL Teams
After leaving the Buccaneers, Davis played for other NFL teams. In 2008, he was signed by the St. Louis Rams. He also spent some time with the New Orleans Saints in 2009. His career also included playing in the UFL. He played for the Florida Tuskers and the Virginia Destroyers. In 2012, he was briefly with the San Diego Chargers. He was released by the Chargers in August 2012.
What is an Offensive Tackle?
An offensive tackle is a very important player in American football. They are part of the offensive line. Their main job is to block defensive players. This helps protect the quarterback from being tackled. They also help create openings for running backs to run through. Offensive tackles need to be strong, agile, and smart. They must understand the plays and work well with their teammates.
