- Derius Davis
- #12
- Team LAC
- Pos WR
- Status AActive
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Will play Week 7
Davis (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Analysis: Davis was limited in practice all week, but he has been cleared to return from a three-game absence due to a knee injury. The 2023 fourth-rounder has mostly been used as a returner this season and should see most of his playing time Sunday on special teams.
Published: Sun, Oct 19 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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Could play vs. Indianapolis
Davis (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.
Analysis: Davis has been sidelined for the Chargers' last three games due to a knee injury. He was limited in practice all week, and his status for Week 7 may not be known until the Chargers announce their list of inactive players approximately 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff. The 2023 fourth-rounder was primarily deployed on special teams as a returner prior to his injury, and those duties would likely be handled by rookie fifth-rounder KeAndre Lambert-Smith and practice squad running…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 17 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Manages limited practice Wednesday
Davis (knee) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Davis has missed the Chargers' last three games due to a knee injury he suffered in Week 3 versus the Broncos, but his activity Wednesday signals he could have a chance to return in Week 7. If he can upgrade to full participation Thursday or Friday, he could even avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.
Published: Wed, Oct 15 at 5:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains sidelined against Miami
Davis (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Analysis: Davis will miss a third consecutive game. His next chance to suit up will come Week 7 against the Colts. KeAndre Lambert-Smith and Ladd McConkey will likely continue to fill in on kickoff returns and punt returns, respectively.
Published: Fri, Oct 10 at 12:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't practice Wednesday
Davis (knee) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: A knee injury has prevented Davis from playing in the Chargers' last two games, which has resulted in Tarheeb Still and KeAndre Lambert-Smith taking over as returners on punts and kickoffs. Davis would have to return to practice in at least a limited capacity over the next two days in order to have a chance at playing against the Dolphins on Sunday.
Published: Wed, Oct 8 at 5:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Not playing vs. Washington
Davis (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Commanders.
Analysis: Davis will be sidelined for a second consecutive game due to a knee injury that he sustained in Week 3 against the Broncos. Tarheeb Still and KeAndre Lambert-Smith will likely pick up the slack as returners on kickoffs and punts in Davis' absence. Davis' next opportunity to play is Week 6 against the Dolphins on Sunday, Oct. 12.
Published: Fri, Oct 3 at 5:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Absent from practice
Davis (knee) was a non-participant at practice Thursday.
Analysis: Davis has now been unavailable for each of the team's first two practices of the week, as he continues to nurse the knee injury he suffered in Week 3 against Denver. The wide receiver will have one more chance to return to practice prior to Sunday's matchup with the Commanders.
Published: Thu, Oct 2 at 4:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Not spotted at practice
Davis (knee) is not present at the early portion of Wednesday's practice open to the media, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Davis sustained a knee injury Week 3 versus the Broncos and was held out of the Chargers' loss to the Giants in Week 4 as a result. For any chance of retaking the field Sunday versus the Commanders, Davis will need to resume practicing in at least a limited capacity Thursday and/or Friday. He hasn't yet been targeted this season but has carried the ball twice for five yards and contributed in the return game.
Published: Wed, Oct 1 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Sunday
Davis (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers.
Analysis: Davis was injured in last Sunday's win over the Broncos but was able to return to the game. Now that the adrenaline has worn off, Davis will sit this one out, allowing Hassan Haskins, Ladd McConkey and KeAndre Lambert-Smith to potentially handle return duties for the Chargers.
Published: Fri, Sep 26 at 11:52am by Rotowire.com
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Opens week with DNP
Davis (knee) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Davis injured his knee during the first half of Sunday's 23-20 win over the Broncos. He was able to return for the the second half (and proceeded to fumble on his kickoff return early in the third quarter), but the injury has lingered into the week. Davis will have two more opportunities to practice in at least a limited capacity heading into Sunday's contest against the Giants.
Published: Wed, Sep 24 at 5:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to action
Davis (knee) returned to action following halftime in Sunday's contest against the Broncos, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Davis was sidelined with a knee injury prior to the break, but he was able to make it back out there to open the second half. He did end up fumbling on a kickoff return, which the Broncos recovered early in the third quarter.
Published: Sun, Sep 21 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Exits with knee injury
Davis is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Broncos due to a knee injury.
Analysis: Davis suffered the injury late in the second quarter, and he is being evaluated in the locker room to determine whether he can return. Ladd McConkey and Hassan Haskins are the top candidates to handle punt-return duties for as long as Davis is out of the game.
Published: Sun, Sep 21 at 2:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Sees similar role again
Davis appeared in 15 regular-season games in his sophomore campaign, making 13 catches (on 17 targets) for 112 yards and two touchdowns. He also totaled 759 yards on kick- and punt-return duties.
Analysis: Davis' second season looked a lot like his rookie campaign from a statistical standpoint. His 112 yards through the air bested his 66 from last season, though, and his two touchdowns were the first of his career. The 24-year-old still has two seasons remaining on his rookie contract and likely will be pegged for return duties again in 2025, while he works to earn a greater share of the receiving work moving forward.
Published: Mon, Feb 17 at 11:46am by Rotowire.com
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Held to one catch versus Las Vegas
Davis secured his only target for five yards during Sunday's 34-20 loss to the Raiders.
Analysis: Davis finishes the regular season with 13 catches on 17 targets for 112 yards and two scores across 15 appearances. He also logged 12 carries for 39 yards, and contributed a combined 759 yards on kick and punt return duties. The 2023 fourth-round pick improved on his rookie-year production across the board, and he'll have a chance to continue making an impact Saturday on the road in a wild-card round playoff game against Houston.
Published: Tue, Jan 7 at 8:28am by Rotowire.com
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Second week with TD
Davis caught both of his targets for 29 yards and a touchdown in the 40-7 win over the Patriots on Saturday. He also lost three yards on his only carry of the contest.
Analysis: Davis opened the scoring on the afternoon with an impressive diving 27-yard catch on a beautifully thrown ball by Justin Herbert. It was Davis' second touchdown in as many weeks and comes despite the second-year wideout tallying 22 offensive snaps total over that stretch. The Chargers still have plenty to play for Week 18 in terms of playoff seeding, but it's possible Davis could see more playing time if the score gets out of hand against the lowly Raiders.
Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 7:58am by Rotowire.com
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First TD of season
Davis lost three yards on his only carry and also caught two passes for 31 yards and a touchdown in the 34-27 win over the Broncos on Thursday.
Analysis: Davis' first touchdown of the season came on a blown assignment as the speedy receiver took advantage of a defender cheating too far up on a simple checkdown route, and the receiver immediately exploded down the sideline for a relatively easy 19-yard touchdown reception. The second-year wideout is effectively an end-around gadget player, as he's played 10 or fewer offensive snaps in six of the past eight games.
Published: Sat, Dec 21 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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Ready for Week 15
Davis (hamstring) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Davis was held to limited practice participation Wednesday and Thursday due to a hamstring injury, but he logged a full session Friday, suggesting that he's recovered from the issue in time to play Sunday. With the second-year wideout back at full health, he's expected to serve as the Chargers' top kick and punt returner in Week 15. Davis could also have increased offensive opportunities with Jalen Reagor (finger) sidelined Sunday.
Published: Fri, Dec 13 at 3:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Managing hamstring injury again
Davis was limited in practice Wednesday due to a hamstring issue, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.
Analysis: Davis previously dealt with a hamstring issue and missed two games in late October as a result, but it's not clear if his current injury is related. The second-year wideout's chance of suiting up Sunday against Tampa Bay should be clearer based on his practice participation the remainder of the week. Davis has played a limited role in Los Angeles' offense with no more than two catches in any game this season, but he's also served as the team's primary kick and punt returner.
Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 8:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to return Week 9
Davis (hamstring) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's battle against the Browns.
Analysis: Davis missed Weeks 7 and 8 due to a hamstring issue, but he was able to log an LP/LP/FP progression during practice this week. That will set him up to return to action Sunday versus Cleveland. Davis has just one catch on two targets for eight yards through five games this season, so his biggest impact could be on special teams, as he returns both kickoffs and punts for Los Angeles.
Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 8:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice Wednesday
Davis (hamstring) was listed as a limited practice participant on the Chargers' injury report Wednesday.
Analysis: Davis has been sidelined for the Chargers' last two regular-season games due to a hamstring injury. He wasn't able to practice all of last week, so his ability to return to the field Wednesday -- albeit in a limited capacity -- is a step in the right direction. Davis will have two more chances this week to increase his practice participation ahead of Sunday's game against Cleveland.
Published: Wed, Oct 30 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play vs. New Orleans
Davis (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Saints.
Analysis: Davis was listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's contest after being unable to practice all week, and his next chance at suiting up will be Week 9 against the Browns on Sunday, Nov. 3. Jalen Reagor and Ladd McConkey will be the Chargers' primary returners on kickoffs and punts with Davis sidelined.
Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 11:42am by Rotowire.com
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Unlikely to play vs. New Orleans
Davis (hamstring) did not practice Friday and is listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's game against the Saints.
Analysis: Davis has been unable to practice all week due to a hamstring injury he sustained during the Chargers' loss to the Cardinals on Monday. If Davis is indeed inactive for Sunday's contest, Ladd McConkey would likely serve as the Chargers' kickoff and punt returner, though the latter is listed as questionable due to a hip injury.
Published: Fri, Oct 25 at 5:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Back-to-back DNPs to start week
Davis (hamstring) did not participate in Thursday's practice, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Davis missed Monday's game against the Cardinals due to a hamstring injury, and his consecutive DNPs to open the week don't bode well for his chances of playing Sunday against the Saints. The 2023 fourth-round pick will have one more chance to return to practice Friday ahead of the final injury report of the week.
Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 4:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Opens week as DNP
Davis (hamstring) did not practice Wednesday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Davis suffered a hamstring injury during practice leading up to Monday's game against the Cardinals, which was severe enough for him to be sidelined. His DNP on Wednesday isn't a good start to the week, but he'll have two more chances to practice in at least a limited capacity ahead of the Chargers' Week 8 contest against the Saints on Sunday.
Published: Wed, Oct 23 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Unavailable for MNF
Davis (hamstring) is inactive for Monday night's contest against the Cardinals.
Analysis: Davis popped up on Saturday's injury report with a hamstring issue and he'll ultimately be forced to miss the team's matchup with Arizona. In his absence, Jalen Reagor is a candidate to see extra work as a kick returner and punt returner in Week 7.
Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 4:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Pops up on injury report
Davis (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Arizona.
Analysis: Davis was a full participant in practice Thursday and Friday, but he made an appearance on Saturday's injury report due to a hamstring issue. He joins a long list of Chargers wide receivers who have an injury tag heading into Monday's contest. With Ladd McConkey (hip) also listed as questionable, it's unclear who would serve as the Bolts' returner for kickoffs and punt returns if both Davis and McConkey are inactive.
Published: Sat, Oct 19 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Suiting up
Davis (hamstring) is active Sunday against the Chiefs.
Analysis: Davis will take the field in Week 4 despite not practicing Thursday or Friday. He should handle the team's return duties, while also likely seeing a few snaps on offense.
Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Week 4
Davis (hamstring) is considered questionable to play in Sunday's contest against Kansas City.
Analysis: Davis opened the week as a limited participant at practice with a hamstring injury before failing to participate at the team's final two sessions of the week. The wide receiver appears to be unlikely to play in Week 4, though the questionable tag leaves the door open for him to give it a go Sunday.
Published: Fri, Sep 27 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Downgrades to DNP
Davis (hamstring) did not participate in Thursday's practice session.
Analysis: The fact that Davis' practice participation has decreased doesn't bode well for his chances of playing Sunday against the Chiefs. He will have one more chance Friday to practice in at least a limited capacity. If Davis cannot play Sunday, Ladd McConkey would be a leading candidate to handle kickoff- and punt-return duties for the Chargers.
Published: Thu, Sep 26 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Wednesday
Davis (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Davis took one carry for eight yards and accumulated 42 return yards during Sunday's loss to the Steelers, but it appears he sustained a hamstring injury in the process. The third-year wideout's participation Thursday and Friday will provide a better indication of his potential Week 4 availability. If he's unable to suit up, expect Ladd McConkey to serve as the Chargers' top return man.
Published: Wed, Sep 25 at 3:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Handles one carry in Week 3
Davis rushed once for eight yards in Sunday's 20-10 loss to the Steelers.
Analysis: Through three weeks, Davis has not been targeted in the passing game and has rushed three total times so far this season. Even with teammate Joshua Palmer (elbow/calf) sidelined Sunday, the 24-year-old wideout played just nine offensive snaps in the contest. Davis' minimal usage in the Chargers' offense will keep him far off the fantasy radar heading into a matchup against the Chiefs in Week 4.
Published: Tue, Sep 24 at 8:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Two touches against Las Vegas
Davis rushed the ball twice for nine yards in Sunday's 22-10 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Davis failed to record a single target in the contest and played just seven of the Chargers' 57 offensive snaps. Buried on the wide receiver depth chart, Davis will likely struggle to see ample opportunities on a consistent basis. Nonetheless, Davis will have another opportunity to step forward in the offense when the Chargers visit the Panthers in Week 2.
Published: Wed, Sep 11 at 7:17am by Rotowire.com
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Takes only touch to house
Davis had only one touch in Saturday's 26-19 preseason win over the Cowboys, taking an end-around 70 yards for a touchdown on the Chargers' first play from scrimmage.
Analysis: The 2023 fourth-round pick may have done all he needed to do to secure his spot on the 53-man roster with one carry, as Davis took the handoff from Easton Stick, beat a couple Dallas defenders to the corner and took off down the sideline. Davis figures to be the Chargers' primary kick returner this season, but with Keenan Allen and Mike Williams (knee) both now wearing other uniforms, the team's wide receiver corps has a lot of snaps and targets up for grabs. If players like Joshua Palmer, DJ…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 24 at 6:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Hardly used as receiver
Davis caught his only target for 18 yards in Sunday's 13-12 loss to the Chiefs. He also tallied three carries for 17 yards and recorded 69 kick-return yards.
Analysis: Despite all the injuries to Chargers wideouts, the 2023 fourth-round pick was merely a gadget option, as Davis had nearly as many receptions (15) as carries (14) in his pro debut. The speedy target might have been unceremoniously passed over on the depth chart by castoff receivers such as Alex Erickson, Keelan Doss and Jalen Guyton, but Davis did prove to be an effective return man, combining for 760 return yards to go along with one touchdown. Los Angeles' receiving corps could undergo a…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 8 at 8:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Plays exclusively special teams
Davis played all 12 of his snaps on special teams in Sunday's 24-7 loss to the Broncos and returned two kickoffs for 44 yards.
Analysis: For the first time in his 13 appearances this season, Davis failed to take a snap on offense, with the Chargers prioritizing all of Keenan Allen, Quentin Johnston, Alex Erickson and Jalen Guyton ahead of him at receiver. The Chargers will return Joshua Palmer (knee) from injured reserve for Thursday's game in Las Vegas, so Davis is set to drop down another spot on the depth chart. Davis should continue to remain active on game days through his role as the Chargers' top option on kickoff and…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 13 at 8:17am by Rotowire.com
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Limited involvement against Packers
Davis caught his lone target for minus-3 yards in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Davis operated as the Chargers' No. 4 wide receiver, playing just seven of the 65 offensive snaps Sunday. The rookie's utilization leaves much to be desired, yet he has proven to have the ability to make plays with his impressive speed. Nonetheless, Davis shouldn't be trusted for fantasy purposes when the Chargers host the Ravens in Week 12.
Published: Tue, Nov 21 at 8:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Plays 15 snaps in loss
Davis caught both of his targets for seven yards in Sunday's 41-38 loss to the Lions.
Analysis: The rookie speedster played a career-high 15 offensive snaps in what became a shootout almost from the word go. One week after registering an 84-yard punt-return touchdown, Davis ripped off a nice 27-yard kickoff return and now has four games with at least a combined 30 return yards. The lack of playing time will make it difficult to roster the rookie even in deeper fantasy leagues, but he's clearly a playmaker for an offense that has been inconsistent at times this year.
Published: Mon, Nov 13 at 5:50pm by Rotowire.com
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First career punt return TD
Davis did not record a yard on his lone reception in Monday's 27-6 win over the Jets, but he did return a 87-yard punt return to open the scoring in the first quarter.
Analysis: Davis only played offensive snaps as the Jets' offense barely put up a fight. The rookie did kick off the scoring for the Chargers on the second punt of the game, returning it 87 yards for a massive special teams touchdown. It's clear the electric speedster can be a gamechanger when he has the ball, but to this point he's hardly been utilized by the offense.
Published: Tue, Nov 7 at 7:38am by Rotowire.com
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Draws two targets in win
Davis caught his two lone targets for four yards Sunday in the Chargers' 30-13 win over the Bears.
Analysis: One week after having multiple running plays schemed for him, Davis wasn't unlocked in a contest that became uncompetitive quickly. With just nine offensive snaps Sunday and only 11 the week prior, it's hard to suggest the 23-year-old has much fantasy value save for deeper leagues.
Published: Tue, Oct 31 at 10:46am by Rotowire.com
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Gets multiple carries in loss
Davis carried the ball three times for 14 yards and also caught one of his two targets for 10 yards in Sunday's 31-17 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: The Chargers ran a number of plays specifically for Davis, somewhat ironic given the team has failed to get 2023 first-round pick, Quentin Johnston, more involved in the gameplan. Davis, a fourth-round pick from this past draft class, has plenty of speed, but it's hard to imagine his current role expanding tremendously unless injuries strike multiple players ahead of him.
Published: Mon, Oct 23 at 12:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Barely plays Monday
Davis went without a target while playing two of the Chargers' 73 snaps on offense in Monday's 20-17 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: In the Chargers' previous game Week 4 versus the Raiders, Davis logged 12 snaps and recorded two catches for 16 yards, but he saw his already limited playing time take a hit coming out of the team's bye week. He finished fifth among Chargers receivers in snaps Monday, with practice-squad call-up Keelan Doss finishing ahead of him. Even with Mike Williams (knee) out for the season, Davis doesn't look as though he'll be much more than a depth option at receiver, though the fourth-round rookie out…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 18 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Not much increase in playing time
Davis caught both of his targets for 16 yards in the 24-17 win over the Raiders on Sunday.
Analysis: Davis didn't see a significant snaps bump with Mike Williams (knee) out, as he played just 16 snaps compared to Quentin Johnston's 33. The speedy rookie will have a situational role as a field stretcher moving forward, but it's hard to imagine Davis operating as anything more unless another injury occurs atop the depth chart.
Published: Tue, Oct 3 at 7:08am by Rotowire.com
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Plays only three offensive snaps
Davis caught his lone reception for five yards in Sunday's 36-34 loss to the Dolphins.
Analysis: The speedy rookie played just three total offensive snaps, significantly fewer than projected No. 4 target Joshua Palmer (55 snaps). Davis will likely be an electric special-teams returner for the Chargers, but at least based off his performance Week 1, he won't have a significant impact offensively.
Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 8:56am by Rotowire.com
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Thrills with return TD
Davis brought in both targets for 21 yards, returned one kickoff for 17 yards and ran back two punts for 84 yards and a touchdown in the Chargers' 34-17 preseason win over the Rams on Saturday night.
Analysis: The blazing-fast rookie made his mark with an 81-yard punt return touchdown at just under the 10-minute mark of the second quarter to snap a 7-7 tie. Davis was also efficient on his pair of receptions, and the fact that both Joshua Palmer (undisclosed) and Jalen Guyton (PUP-knee) were sidelined in addition to Keenan Allen and Mike Williams being idle certainly helped up open opportunities for him on offense. Davis' next chance to make a case for a roster spot comes in a home preseason matchup…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 12 at 9:33pm by Rotowire.com
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