Monday, November 9, 2015

1976 Profile: Steve Davis

Running Back
No. 35
Delaware State
"Davis was acquired from the Steelers in August 1975 in exchange for a 1977 third-round draft choice and was the Jets third-leading rusher with 290 yards on 70 carries with a touchdown. He played both halfback and fullback, starting one game at halfback. This year, he comes to camp as the No. 1 fullback.
He played in all 14 regular season games and started the Monday night TV game at San Diego. Steve had his best game against New England, rushing 11 times for 61 yards. He gained 50 yards on 14 carries against his former teammates and also gained 51 yards against the Colts. Steve was also the second leading kick returner on the club with 20 for 483, an average of 24.2.
Steve started four games for the Steelers in 1974. He led the Steelers in kickoff returns for three consecutive seasons and averaged 26.9 per return in 1973 (fifth in the AFC). The fastest running back in the Steeler corps, he missed his entire rookie season with a viral infection after being drafted No. 3.
Davis was the first player ever drafted from Delaware State. He was the 13th leading collegiate rusher in 1970 with 980 yards. He rushed for 261 yards in one game en route to topping the CIAA in rushing.
Davis majored in physical education. His hometown is Lexington, Virginia."

-1976 New York Jets Media Guide

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