Chauncey Antoine Davis (born January 27, 1983) is a former

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. He was selected by the

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in the fourth round of the

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. He played

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. He also played for the

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Early life

Davis was born in

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, but raised in Auburndale by Glenda Davis. According to a DNA analysis, his ancestries are, mainly, Temne and Mende people of

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. He was First-team All-State Class 4A and All-America selection as a senior at Auburndale High School, rushing for 1,000 yards in addition to playing linebacker and defensive end.

College career

Davis totaled 40 tackles, seven sacks, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, and one blocked kick in 24 games for Florida State. Converted to defensive end as a senior from the outside linebacker position. He was named the team’s most improved defensive end and outstanding player as a senior after posting 22 tackles, five sacks, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery in 11 starts. He also attended Jones County Junior College.

Professional career

Atlanta Falcons

Davis was selected in the fourth round of the

by the

with the 128th overall pick. After spending six seasons with the team, he was released on September 2, 2011.

Chicago Bears

The

signed Davis on November 14, 2011. He was waived by the team on August 31, 2012.

NFL career statistics

Regular season

Playoffs

References

External links

Florida State Seminoles bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Davis, Chauncey 1983 births Living people American people of Sierra Leonean descent Sportspeople of Sierra Leonean descent Players of American football from Polk County, Florida American football defensive ends Jones County Bobcats football players Florida State Seminoles football players Atlanta Falcons players Chicago Bears players