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Former Carolina Panthers running back announces retirement from NFL

Originally posted on A to Z Sports | By Ian Kayanja | Last updated Feb 19, 2024 6:23 PM ET

Running back Mike Davis, an eight-year NFL veteran, announced his retirement from the league Monday.

The now 31-year-old took to social media to announce his decision to step away. He thanked the several teams, including the Panthers, that he played for.

"As I turn 31 today, I sit back and look on my NFL career and how thankful I am to be a part of a brotherhood," writes Davis on X. "This game has allowed me to make a lot of friends and memories. I’m grateful for every organization in NFL. With that being said, I’m retiring."

As I turn 31 today, I sit back and look on my NFL career and how thankful I am to be apart of a brotherhood. This game has allowed me to make a lot of friends and memories. I’m grateful for every organization in NFL. With that being said I’m retiring! ✌
— IG MikeDavisRB (@MikeDavisRB) February 19, 2024

Davis was drafted in 2015 out of South Carolina. During his career, he played for the San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, Chicago Bears, Carolina Panthers, Atlanta Falcons and Baltimore Ravens. His last season in the league came in 2022.

His best season came in 2020 when he played for the Panthers. Davis ran for 642 yards and six touchdowns. He was also a threat in the passing game, racking up 373 receiving yards and two touchdowns.

Davis' last year in the league, he appeared in eight games - serving as a role player on a rather disappointing Ravens team.

This article first appeared on A to Z Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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