New Orleans Saints Executive Vice President/General Manager Mickey Loomis announced Tuesday that the club has signed free agent cornerback Michael Davis. Here are five things to know about the Saints roster addition:
- A veteran with 122 games played in his NFL career, Davis brings experience under defensive coordinator Brandon Staley's scheme. Davis played under Staley with the Los Angeles Chargers from 2020-2023.
- In his 122 games, Davis has started 76 games with the Los Angeles Chargers (2017-2023) and Washington Commanders (2024) and racked up 363 career tackles (282 solo), 70 passes defensed, eight interceptions, one forced fumble, two fumble recoveries and a sack.
- Davis has one touchdown to his name in the NFL. In 2020 during Week 4 with the Chargers, Davis picked off Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady in the first quarter and returned it 76-yards for a touchdown. "It was a dream come true," Davis said following the game. "I missed one on Brady two years ago when we played in New England and I finally got mine this year. Now I've got a GOAT ball — a GOAT ball from the GOAT."
- An undrafted free agent from BYU, Davis played in 48 games including 30 starts for the Cougars. He recorded 110 tackles (90 solo), 16 passes defensed, one interception and one forced fumble. He reunites with former college teammate quarterback Taysom Hill. Hill played for the Cougars during all four of Davis' seasons with BYU.
- The Glendale, California native attended Glendale High School. A two-way player in high school, Davis had 33 catches, 409 yards and three touchdowns, rushed 39 times for 258 yards and two scores, returned 13 kicks for 394 yards, including a 99-yard return, and recorded 45 tackles as a senior. He also participated in track and field, running the 100-meters in 10.67 seconds and 200-meters in 21.4 seconds which was good for seventh place at the California state championship.
The New Orleans Saints announced that the club has signed cornerback Michael Davis. Check out Davis in action with the Washington Commanders and Los Angeles Chargers during his NFL career
Washington Commanders cornerback Michael Davis (24) walks off the field after an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday, Sept. 23, 2024, in Cincinnati.
Washington Commanders cornerback Michael Davis (24) lines up on defense during an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024 in Landover, Md. The Cowboys defeated the Commanders 34-26.
Washington Commanders' Michael Davis plays during an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, in Landover, Md.
Washington Commanders cornerback Michael Davis (24) takes a defensive position during an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, in Landover, Md. The Commanders defeated the Falcons 30-24.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) breaks up a pass intended for Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Tre Tucker (11) during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, in Las Vegas.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) celebrates during an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023, in Jacksonville, Fla. Jacksonville won 31-30.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) tackles Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Johnson (89) in the first half of an NFL football game in Empower Field at Mile High Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Denver.
Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Johnson (89) is tackled by Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) in the first half of an NFL football game in Empower Field at Mile High Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis after an NFL football game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium, Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023 in Foxborough, Mass.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) intercepts a pass during an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Monday, Dec. 26, 2022, in Indianapolis. The Chargers won 20-3.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) runs its the football during an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Monday, Dec. 26, 2022, in Indianapolis. The Chargers defeated the Colts 20-3.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) in coverage during an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, October 1, 2023 in Inglewood, California.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) pushes Las Vegas Raiders Davante Adams (17) out of bounds in an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Inglewood, Calif. Chargers won 24-17.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) celebrates during pregame warmups before an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. The Chiefs defeated the Chargers, 13-12.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) runs with the ball after recovering a fumble during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023 in Inglewood, Calif. The Broncos won 24-7.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) holds the ball in the air as he celebrates after intercepting a first quarter pass during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023 in Inglewood, Calif. The Broncos won 24-7.
Dallas Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb (88) is tackled after a catch by Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 16, 2023 in Inglewood, Calif. The Cowboys defeated the Chargers, 20-17.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) looks to tackle during the NFL game against the New York Jets, Monday, Nov. 6, 2023 in East Rutherford, N.J. The Chargers defeated the Jets 27-6.
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (88) runs a route as Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) covers during an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 16, 2023, in Inglewood, Calif. The Cowboys won 20-17.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) raises his arms in celebration following a turnover against the Kansas City Chiefs during a NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023 in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs defeated the Chargers 31-17.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) defends in coverage during an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, in Las Vegas. The Raiders defeated the Chargers 63-21.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) against the Las Vegas Raiders in an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, in Las Vegas, NV. Raiders defeat the Chargers 63-21.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) defends in coverage during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Denver. The Broncos defeated the Chargers, 31-28.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) pursues a play on defense during an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Monday, Dec. 26, 2022, in Indianapolis. The Chargers defeated the Colts 20-3.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) defends in coverage during an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, in Las Vegas. The Raiders defeated the Chargers, 63-21.
