March 11, 2008, Davis signed as an unrestricted free agent with the Miami Dolphins, reuniting him with team vice president Bill Parcells. In a surprise move, the Dolphins released him a day before the final preseason game. Dallas Cowboys (second stint) On August 31, 2008, Davis was re-signed by the Dallas Cowboys, just days after being released by the Dolphins. He was named team captain for the season despite being on the roster only a few days. He appeared in 16 with 9 starts at strong safety, collecting 40 tackles (one for loss), 2 passes defensed and 20 special teams (led the team). He also received the Ed Block Courage Award for playing with a torn pectoral muscle. He wasn't re-signed after the season. Davis finished his professional career with 171 defensive tackles, no interceptions and 6 passes defensed. He is considered to be one of the best special teams players in the history of the Dallas Cowboys. Oakland Raiders On May 21, 2009, the Oakland Raiders signed him as a free agent to add depth at the safety position. He was released before the start of training camp on July 12. Florida Tuskers (UFL) In 2010, after being out of football for one year, he signed as a free agent with the Florida Tuskers of the United Football League. He was a backup strong safety behind J. R. Reed. In 2011, he played for the Virginia Destroyers which was the team that replaced the Tuskers. References 1978 births Living people People from Italy, Texas Players of American football from Texas American football safeties Sam Houston Bearkats football players Dallas Cowboys players Berlin Thunder players Florida Tuskers players Virginia Destroyers players Sportspeople from the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex Ed Block Courage Award recipients