Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay has weighed in on the tragic death of former Colts cornerback Vontae Davis.
Davis spent six seasons with Indianapolis from 2012-17, making back-to-back Pro Bowls in 2014 and 2015. The former first-round draft pick was found dead Monday morning in South Florida.
Irsay offered his condolences and memorialized Davis on X/Twitter.
“Extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Vontae Davis,” Irsay wrote. “A great guy, teammate, player. My prayers to Vontae’s family.”
The Davie (Fla.) Police Department released an official statement on Davis’ death Monday afternoon.
“This morning, Davie Police Officers responded to 6051 SW 178th Avenue in reference to a medical call,” the police statement reads. “Officers were called to the residence by the house assistant, who found the homeowner deceased.
“We can confirm that the deceased individual is Vontae Davis age 35. Preliminary information suggests that foul play is not involved. This investigation remains ACTIVE.”
Davis was selected by the Miami Dolphins in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft, spending his first three seasons with the team before moving on to Indianapolis.
After six years with the Colts, Davis signed with the Buffalo Bills, only to retire at halftime during Week 2 of the 2018 season.
Our thoughts and prayers remain with Davis’ family, friends and former teammates at this time.