Ray Davis, a top RB prospect in the NFL Draft, had a challenging childhood, including being homeless. He overcame obstacles and has been drafted by the Buffalo Bills after successful stints at Kentucky, Vanderbilt, and Temple, where he rushed for 1000 yards each. Davis credits the people he met at each school for his adaptability and success.
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"I've been told I wasn't going to make it. ... I'm going to change what this culture and what this system is." Ray Davis' journey to the NFL is truly inspiring π #NFLDraft @UKFootball | @BuffaloBills https://t.co/b6DoCZR8sG
New Bills RB Ray Davis had 1000 rushing yards at three different schools (Kentucky, Vanderbilt, Tample). On how he was able to adapt at each stop: Says it came from the guys he was with at each place. Wanted to have an open mind, open heart, understand people wherever he went.
Tonight could be the night for Ray Davis β the foster kid who spent part of his childhood homeless, fought for the chance to go to high school, and is now top RB prospect in the NFL Draft. His remarkable road to this point: https://t.co/dZXnKJ5rci