By Mark Gray
8:14am PDT, Apr 2, 2024
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Former NFL cornerback Vontae Davis was found dead on April 1 at a Miami home belonging to his grandmother. He was 35. Officials have not released his cause of death, though foul play is not suspected.
A 10-year vet and two-time Pro Bowler, Vontae played for the Miami Dolphins, the Indianapolis Colts and the Buffalo Bills. In 2012, the Dolphins traded him to the Colts — a moment depicted on HBO's "Hard Knocks." In 2018, he famously retired at halftime after playing the first half of a game.
Following his untimely passing, several NFL players and football professionals took to social media to say goodbye.
Keep reading to see how the cornerback is being remembered…
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"Just sitting here staring at my phone in shock over the Vontae Davis news… I'm so heartbroken for his family. NFL players, please check on your brothers." —Emmanuel Acho
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"Reach out to your people. Tell them you appreciate them. Tell them you like them. Tell them they're not alone." —Pat McAfee
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"Praying for all the friends and family of Vontae Davis." –Deion Sanders
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"R.I.P., Vontae Davis" –Chad Ochocinco Johnson
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"Sad Day. We used to battle everyday in practice. Sometimes it ended in a bunch of bickering and almost fights. We got each other better. It was a pleasure wearing the horseshoe with you, homie. Rest easy 'Champ.' Praying for your family and loved ones. R.I.P. #VD21" –Reggie Wayne
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"Devastating and Heartbreaking news. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Davis family. It was an absolute honor and privilege being his coach in Indy. Great player but better person. Loved him like a son. RIP Vontae" —Chuck Pagano
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"We just was on FT a couple weeks ago. I sill can't believe you gone. I don't wanna believe you gone! My head hurt so bad. RIP VD" –T.Y. Hilton
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"Extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Vontae Davis. A great guy, teammate, player. My prayers to Vontae's family." —Colts owner Jim Irsay
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"Rest Easy, Vontae! @VernonDavis85 sending prayers for you and your family, brother." –Ryan Clark
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"Life is short. RIP to Vontae Davis and prayers for his mourning family. Met Vontae 19 years ago on an official visit to Maryland. Spent a couple of weeks with him last summer. Same dudes. Funny, positive person always. God be with his family" –Chimdi Chekwa
