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Davis-Gaither is a small-school linebacker who always seems to be around the ball. Whether that is on defense or special teams, he seems to show up with App State needs him most. Likely will start his career as a backup and special teams contributor that could work his way into a starting role.
You see the explosiveness from Davis-Gaither almost immediately on tape. He has the quickness and quick twitch to be a blitzer and an effective one. Has good length to combat with blockers and offensive lineman when chasing after the quarterback. He is very disruptive in the backfield. ADG has the versatility to line up at multiple spots as a lineb...
He is a bit of a ‘tweener in terms of his size. Might play a hybrid linebacker safety role at the NFL level. At this point might not have the size of a full-time linebacker. Despite the size, doesn’t possess enough lateral agility at the position that could lead to him missing out on the play. Needs to work on his instincts on the defensive side of...
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LB Akeem Davis-Gaither , Appalachian State STRENGTHS —Athletic, easy-moving linebacker who can excel outside the tackle box and in coverage...
Mar 12, 2024 · Cincinnati Bengals Re-Sign LB Akeem Davis-Gaither. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler was the first to report the Davis-Gaither signing, which is for one year at $3 million. That’s a 200% raise from the $1 million Davis-Gaither made in 2023. A fourth-round pick in 2020, Davis-Gaither has appeared in 54 games for the Bengals with four starts.
May 7, 2020 · Now enter freshman Akeem Davis-Gather two decades later. "My dad was a pretty good football player in high school with the same coach. That made it kind of worse," Akeem says.
Apr 20, 2020 · Fit with the Ravens: Akeem Davis-Gaither looks very similar to a linebacker the Baltimore Ravens just lost in Patrick Onwuasor. AGM spent a lot of time at Appalachian State off the edge, so he’s well versed when it comes to pass rushing. Davis-Gaither could be an extremely effective blitzer up the middle, which Baltimore frequently does.
Sep 21, 1997 · View the profile of Cincinnati Bengals Linebacker Akeem Davis-Gaither on ESPN. Get the latest news, live stats and game highlights.
