Former NFL cornerback Vontae Davis was discovered deceased in a Florida mansion, as announced by the police on Monday. Davis, aged 35, was found at a residence in Southwest Ranches by the house assistant who alerted the authorities.
Preliminary investigations by the Davie Police Department suggest no foul play in Davis’ demise, though specifics regarding the cause of death were not disclosed. The residence, valued at nearly $3 million, is registered under Adaline Davis, identified as Vontae Davis’ grandmother.
The Broward County Medical Examiner’s office is currently conducting an inquiry into Davis’ passing, with results expected within 90 days. Davis had a notable career in the NFL, playing for the Miami Dolphins, Indianapolis Colts, and Buffalo Bills from 2009 until his retirement in 2018.
Condolences poured in from NFL teams and league officials following the news of Davis’ death. Tributes came from the Miami Dolphins, Indianapolis Colts, and the NFL itself, expressing sadness and offering condolences to Davis’ family.
Davis, a first-round pick by the Miami Dolphins in 2009 from the University of Illinois, made headlines in 2018 when he abruptly retired during halftime of a game between the Buffalo Bills and Los Angeles Chargers. In his statement, Davis explained his decision, citing a realization on the field that he was no longer fit to continue playing in the NFL.
