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Vernon Davis | Tight End

Team: San Francisco 49ers
Age / DOB:  (29) / 1/31/1984
Ht / Wt:  6'3' / 250
College: Maryland
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Vernon Davis caught six passes for 104 yards in the 49ers' Super Bowl 47 loss to the Ravens.
On the first play from scrimmage, Davis had a 20-yard deep ball called back due to his own illegal formation penalty. He proceeded to shred Bernard Pollard and Ray Lewis in coverage for first-half gains of 24, 29, and 11, although San Francisco could not capitalize due to turnovers and drive stalls. The one that really got away was a go route down the right sideline in the fourth quarter. Davis had two steps on Ravens LCB Corey Graham, but Colin Kaepernick's well-placed pass glanced off the tight end's fingertips. After a 2012-2013 season filled with wild ups and downs -- and mostly downs -- Davis will be a difficult player to rank for 2013 fantasy drafts. We will likely take an optimistic approach. Feb 4 - 12:14 AM

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Vernon Davis - TE - 49ers

Vernon Davis caught five balls for a team-high 106 yards and a touchdown as the 49ers advanced to Super Bowl XLVII in Sunday's 28-24 NFC Championship Game win over the Falcons.

Davis' first big play went for 27 yards, about 20 of which came after the catch on a critical second-quarter third-and-long play. Davis had another long reception on a deep crosser negated due to penalty, but came back for gains of 19, 25, and a four-yard touchdown on the same late-first half drive, beating Falcons CB Thomas DeCoud at will. Blowing by Falcons SLB Stephen Nicholas on a third-quarter route, Davis cleared 100 receiving yards for the first time since Week 5 with a 31-yard strike. We've been saying the Niners had to get Davis re-involved in order to qualify to play in New Orleans, and that's precisely what happened. Davis now has six grabs for 150 yards in the playoffs, averaging 25 yards per catch.
Jan 20 - 6:36 PM
Vernon Davis - TE - 49ers

Vernon Davis reiterated that his chemistry with Colin Kaepernick is not where it needs to be.

Over the last seven games, Davis has totaled seven catches for 105 yards with no touchdowns. "When a new quarterback comes in you have to learn from him, adapt to him and start all over," he said. "That's what we've been doing." Seahawks TE Zach Miller shredded the Falcons' defense for an 8/142/1 line in the Divisional Round, but there's no reason to think Davis can do the same.
Source: 49ers.com
Jan 17 - 8:42 AM
Vernon Davis - TE - 49ers

Vernon Davis gained 44 yards on his only catch as the 49ers downed the Packers in the Divisional Round Saturday.

Davis drew a holding penalty on Packers CB Tramon Williams on a third-quarter drive, before securing a perfectly placed 44-yard bomb from Colin Kaepernick over his shoulder. The plays set up Frank Gore's two-yard rushing score. The 49ers would be smart to continue to try to increase Davis' passing-game impact in the NFC Championship Game against the Seattle-Atlanta winner. Behind Michael Crabtree, they're going to need a legitimate No. 2 receiving weapon if they get to the Super Bowl.
Jan 12 - 11:57 PM
Vernon Davis - TE - 49ers

Vernon Davis acknowledges that this has been "a tough season as far as just the feeling of being involved."

"It's not a bad thing, I'm not mad at it," added Davis. "It takes a little getting used to." Even though Colin Kaepernick leads the NFL with a 120.8 passer rating to tight ends, Davis has averaged just one catch per over the past six games. Coach Jim Harbaugh reiterated that Davis is drawing double coverage on almost every play, freeing up Michael Crabtree. "They're wary of getting beat by Vernon Davis," Harbaugh said. "I think that's the biggest, greatest share."
Source: Associated Press
Jan 8 - 7:20 PM
Vernon Davis - TE - 49ers

Vernon Davis caught just one pass for five yards in Sunday's Week 17 win over the Cardinals.

Davis was questionable for the contest after sustaining a concussion last week against the Seahawks, but he played. However, he saw just two targets, which is becoming a weekly affair. Colin Kaepernick has developed an impressive rapport with Michael Crabtree, so he is dominating the targets. Davis caught just 41 passes for 548 yards and five touchdowns in what was a down regular season. Those totals are four-year lows. The 49ers earned the No. 2 seed and a first-round bye for the playoffs, so Davis will use that time to fully recover from his head injury. He could turn his season around by producing in the postseason.
Sun, Dec 30, 2012 09:00:00 PM
Vernon Davis - TE - 49ers

Vernon Davis (concussion) is active for Sunday's Week 17 game against the Cardinals.

Davis practiced on a limited basis on Thursday and Friday after missing Wednesday's session. He was restricted to a black no-contact jersey, but he apparently passed his simulated contact test over the weekend. He's good to go as the 49ers look to seal up a first-round bye for the playoffs. However, Davis and Colin Kaepernick have shown little chemistry, and we wouldn't expect a big game. The 49ers inactives are RE Justin Smith, QB Scott Tolzien, OG Joe Looney, S Trenton Robinson, RB Jewel Hampton, DT Will Tukuafu, and LB Eric Bakhtiari.
Sun, Dec 30, 2012 03:02:00 PM
Vernon Davis - TE - 49ers

Vernon Davis (concussion) is not optimistic about his chances of playing in Sunday's finale.

When asked if he's confident about facing Arizona, Davis replied, "A little bit. I know my teammates are, but I've just got to get a little more comfortable." Davis wore a black non-contact jersey again during Friday's practice. He must clear a simulated contact test before receiving final clearance to take the field against the Cardinals.
Source: San Francisco Chronicle
Sat, Dec 29, 2012 11:41:00 AM
Vernon Davis - TE - 49ers

Vernon Davis (concussion) is questionable for Week 17 after getting in his second straight limited practice on Friday.

Most signs have pointed toward Davis suiting up for Sunday's regular season finale, but he's yet to receive final clearance. That will happen if and when he passes his "contact test." If he doesn't, Delanie Walker will be an intriguing plug-and-play tight end with the 49ers down to precious few options in the passing game. We ultimately expect Davis to suit up, and have him ranked as the No. 19 tight end for Week 17.
Source: Matt Maiocco on Twitter
Fri, Dec 28, 2012 05:56:00 PM
Vernon Davis - TE - 49ers

Vernon Davis (concussion) participated in 49ers practice in a black jersey on Friday.

Davis was held out of Wednesday's practice, but participated on Thursday and Friday and needs only to pass his "contact test" in order to play against the Cardinals. We'll learn more about his status ahead of Sunday's 4:25PM ET game.
Source: Matt Barrows on Twitter
Fri, Dec 28, 2012 03:53:00 PM
Vernon Davis - TE - 49ers

Vernon Davis (concussion) was limited in Thursday's practice.

Davis was cleared by an independent neurologist on Thursday to begin non-contact activities, so he'll have to emerge from that work symptom-free on Friday. We tentatively expect Davis to play on Sunday against the Cardinals. His status will be updated no later than Friday afternoon.
Thu, Dec 27, 2012 07:15:00 PM
Vernon Davis - TE - 49ers

Vernon Davis (concussion) has gained clearance from an independent neurologist to begin non-contact activities.

The next step for Davis will be emerging symptom free from his non-contact work. If he does, he should be cleared in time for Sunday's finale. It's unclear if Davis will earn a "limited" tag for Thursday's practice, but his status should be updated shortly.
Source: CSN Bay Area
Thu, Dec 27, 2012 04:17:00 PM
Vernon Davis - TE - 49ers

Vernon Davis (concussion) won't practice on Wednesday.

However, coach Jim Harbaugh hinted he remains optimistic about Davis' Week 17 availability. Davis' status will be updated no later than Thursday afternoon.
Source: Matt Maiocco on Twitter
Wed, Dec 26, 2012 03:33:00 PM
Vernon Davis - TE - 49ers

According to CSN Bay Area, Vernon Davis (concussion) "should" be available for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

The 49ers are calling Davis' concussion "minor," hinting that he could be back to baseline shortly. He'll still have to gain clearance from an independent neurologist. If active, Davis figures to see a boost in targets with the Niners down to Randy Moss opposite Michael Crabtree. They need to beat the Cardinals and have the Vikings beat the Packers in order to earn the NFC's No. 2 seed.
Source: CSN Bay Area
Tue, Dec 25, 2012 12:02:00 PM
Vernon Davis - TE - 49ers

49ers coach Jim Harbaugh described Vernon Davis' concussion as "minor" following Sunday's loss.

Although "minor concussion" is an oxymoron, Davis did spring to his feet almost immediately following Seahawks S Kam Chancellor's thundering hit, and didn't appear to be all out of sorts. It's also the first known concussion of his seven-year pro career. There's a chance he gets cleared for next Sunday's regular season finale. Davis' status will be updated on Monday.
Source: Matt Barrows on Twitter
Mon, Dec 24, 2012 12:49:00 AM

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4Cameron Morrah
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K1Phil Dawson