Terrell Davis - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. Terrell Davis was born on October 28, 1972 in San Diego, California.
- 2. He played college football at the University of Georgia, where he rushed for over 1,000 yards in each of his three seasons.
- 3. Davis was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the sixth round of the 1995 NFL Draft.
- 4. In his second season with the Broncos, Davis rushed for 1,538 yards and 13 touchdowns, earning him the NFL Offensive Player of the Year award.
- 5. Davis had a breakout season in 1998, rushing for 2,008 yards and 21 touchdowns, becoming the fourth player in NFL history to rush for over 2,000 yards in a single season.
- 6. He was named the NFL MVP and Super Bowl MVP in 1998, leading the Broncos to a victory in Super Bowl XXXII.
- 7. Davis was a three-time Pro Bowl selection and two-time First-Team All-Pro during his career.
- 8. Injuries cut short Davis' career, as he played in just 17 games over his final three seasons.
- 9. Davis was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2017, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest running backs in NFL history.
- 10. Since retiring from football, Davis has worked as a football analyst for NFL Network and has been involved in various charitable endeavors, including his foundation that supports children's health and wellness.