Ray Davis
Ray Davis  RB  Kentucky | NFL Draft 2024 Souting Report - Portrait Image
Ray Davis
Height
5-8
Weight
211
College
Kentucky
Position
RB
Class
Senior
Home town
San Francisco, CA
84.0/100
Player Rating
5
PositionRank (RB)
4.52
FortyYD Time
Rush YDs
1129
Rush AVG
5.7
Rush TDs
14
Receptions
33
Rec YDs
323

Ray Davis RB Kentucky | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report

Ray Davis RB Kentucky
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report

ROLE: DUAL-ROLE Back
Last Updated: 04/21/2024
Draft Year: 2024
40 time: 4.52 seconds (64%*)
Age: 25.1 DOB: 11/11/1999
Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl
Measurables:
Height: 5-8 (8%*) Weight: 211 (43%*)
Hands: 8 7/8 (28%*) Arm: 30 1/4 (33%*) Span: 72 3/8 (19%*)
Forty: 4.52 (C) (64%*) Shuttle: 4.51 (C) (6%*) Ten Yard: 1.56 (C) (69%*)
Vertical: 35 (C) (57%*) Broad: 119 (C) (54%*)
Bench: 21 (P) (64%*)
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(C) - NFL Combine (P) - Pro Day (O) - Other (HS) -Estimated from High School Combine
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ROLE: DUAL-ROLE Back
Last Updated: 04/21/2024
Draft Year: 2024
40 time: 4.52 seconds (64%*)
Age: 25.1 DOB: 11/11/1999
Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl
Measurables:
0% 100%
Height: 5-8 (8%*) Weight: 211 (43%*)
Hands: 8 7/8 (28%*) Arm: 30 1/4 (33%*)
Span: 72 3/8 (19%*)
Forty: 4.52 (C) (64%*) Shuttle: 4.51 (C) (6%*)
10 Yard: 1.56 (C) (69%*)
Vertical: 35 (C) (57%*) Broad: 119 (C) (54%*)
Bench: 21 (P) (64%*)
(C) - NFL Combine (P) - Pro Day (O) - Other
(HS) -Estimated from High School Combine
For an explanation of how the (HS) data is calculated see this article
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Overall Rating: 84.0 / 100
Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced
Defense Rating:
75%
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Rushing:
90%
Break Tackles:
77%
Receiving/Hands:
70%
Pass Blocking:
35%
Run Blocking:
71%
DRAFT PROJECTION: 3rd
Overall Rank: #93 Position rank: #5
College Games: 44 College Snaps: 2060
Grade: 3 ESPN  Stars 3 ESPN  Stars ESPN RATING: 74/100
College Combine Results
OVR Rank: #156 Pos Rank: #103 State Rank: #38
College Combine Results
Player Comparison* (Similarity level)
Jerrion Ealy - Ole Miss
80%
Tyjae Spears - Tulane
63%
Mohamed Ibrahim - Minnesota
63%
Buffalo Bills Drafted: ROUND: 4 - Pick Number: 128 (BUF)
Draft Profile: Bio
Ray Davis from Blair Academy High School was rated a Following high school, Davis joined Temple.

In 2019 as a freshman Davis saw action in 12 games for the Owls as he ran for 941 yards on 192 attempts for 4.9 yards per carry, with 8 TDs, with one fumble. As a receiver he made 15 receptions for 181 yards.

As a sophomore in 2020 he played 4 games. and rushed for 313 yards on 75 carries for 4.2 ypc, with one TD, with 3 fumbles. In the passing game he pulled in just 12 receptions for 62 yards.

After the end of the year Davis transferred to Vanderbilt where as a junior Davis saw action in just 3 games for the Commodores. He ran for 211 yards on 44 attempts for 4.8 ypc, with one TD, with no fumbles. As a receiver he made just 5 receptions for 27 yards.

As a senior in 2022 he played in 12 games and ran for an elite 1044 yards on 233 carries for average of 4.5 ypc, with 5 TDs, with one fumble. In the passing game he had 29 receptions for an elite 169 yards.

After season's end Davis transferred to Kentucky where as a fifth year senior in 2023 he played 12 games and ran for an elite 1063 yards on 185 carries for an impressive average of 5.7 ypc, with 13 TDs, with one fumble. In the passing game he had 28 receptions for an elite 318 yards.
Scouting Report: Strengths
  • Powerful running style, effective in breaking tackles and gaining yards after contact.
  • Displays good vision and patience in identifying rushing lanes.
  • Reliable pass-catcher with solid route-running capabilities.
  • Maintains a low center of gravity for better balance and stability.
  • Decent acceleration and burst through gaps.
  • Resilient and durable, capable of handling a substantial workload.
  • Versatile, adapting well to various offensive schemes.
  • Proven ability to find the end zone
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
  • Lacks top-tier breakaway speed, which may limit big-play ability.
  • Needs improvement in pass protection, especially against blitzes.
  • Relies more on power than finesse, which could be challenging against NFL defenses.
  • Could benefit from enhanced agility and elusiveness in the open field.
  • Limited exposure to top-tier competition raises questions about his NFL transition.
Scouting Report: Summary
Ray Davis is a classic example of a "plug-and-play" back in this draft class. His time in college has honed his skills to a level where he can step into an NFL backfield and contribute immediately. The key strengths in Davis's game are his vision and footwork. He's not a back who relies on dazzling moves but rather a decisive, efficient runner. His ability to absorb contact and churn out extra yards, despite not being a powerhouse, adds value to his north-south running style.

The concerns with Davis lie in his physical ceiling. He doesn't possess the kind of burst or top-end speed that separates elite backs in the NFL. This limitation might relegate him to more of a support role rather than a primary back. His change-of-direction skills are adequate for a player of his build, but he won't be making defenders miss in the open field regularly. In the passing game, he's solid but not spectacular. His receiving skills are dependable, and he's shown he can pick up blitzes, though his technique in pass pro needs sharpening.

In summary, Davis is what you see is what you get - a dependable, three-down back who can be a cog in an NFL offense from day one. He's not going to be the centerpiece of an offense, but his versatility and experience, especially in pass protection and as a receiver out of the backfield, make him a valuable mid-round pick. Age and mileage are concerns, but he's got the build and mentality of a pro. Expect Davis to carve out a role quickly in the league, likely exceeding his draft position's expectations.

Ray Davis percentiles vs other Running Backs (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)

How other scouting services rate Ray Davis (Overall Rank)

All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
94.1
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
10.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance. For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.

*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.