SAN FRANCISCO, CA - FEBRUARY 06: NFL player Vontae Davis attends the New Era Super Bowl party at The Battery on February 6, 2016 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images for New Era)
Washington D.C. native Vontae Davis has passed away at age 35, according to the Associated Press. At this time, police reportedly don’t suspect foul play.
AP’s report indicates that police found Vontae deceased inside his South Florida home on Monday (April 1) morning. They were reportedly responding to a medical emergency at the home located in the Fort Lauderdale suburb of Davie, Florida.
Despite no suspicion of foul play, police are still investigating Vontae Davis’ death. A cause of death remains unknown pending a complete autopsy report.
As mentioned Vontae played in the league during cornerback stints with the Miami Dolphins and Indianapolis Colts. He reportedly played 10 seasons in the NFL — three with Miami and six with the Colts.
Amid his death, the Dolphins released a social media statement, saying “We are heartbroken by the sudden passing of former Dolphins CB Vontae Davis and extend our deepest condolences to his family & loved ones during this difficult time.”
The owner of the team, Jim Irsay, also sent his condolences via X on Monday. He wrote, “Extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Vontae Davis. A great guy, teammate, player. My prayers to Vontae’s family.”
“He was a standout player in his six seasons with the Horseshoe, but he was an even better teammate who carried a smile and positive energy every day,” the team said. He will be deeply missed, and we send out prayers to his family and loved ones.”
The Washington, D.C., native signed with the Buffalo Bills for 2018 but left the team at halftime of the seasons second game. He released a statement announcing his retirement after the game, saying that after multiple injuries and surgeries, “Reality hit me fast and hard: I shouldnt be out there anymore.”
A week ago, the former pro athlete shared an Instagram post promoting his new children’s book inspired by his life in D.C. and career path.
Associated Press contributed to this report.
