Tony Davis was a phenomenal running back when I went to school in Lincoln. He was a great guy to have fun with!
🏈 Tony Davis – Nebraska Football Legend & Beyond
Tony Davis, born January 21, 1953, in Tecumseh, Nebraska, was a standout running back for the University of Nebraska Cornhuskers in the early 1970s. Here's a look at what happened to him after his football days:
🌟 College Career Highlights
Played under legendary coach Tom Osborne, becoming his first 1,000-yard rusher in 1973.
Named MVP of both the Cotton Bowl and Sugar Bowl in 1974 — a rare feat.
Finished his college career as Nebraska’s all-time leading rusher with 2,445 yards.
Inducted into the Nebraska Sports Hall of Fame in 1989 and the Sugar Bowl Hall of Fame in 2021.
🏈 NFL & Pro Career
Drafted in the 4th round of the 1976 NFL Draft by the Cincinnati Bengals.
Played six seasons in the NFL:
Cincinnati Bengals (1976–1978) – Team MVP in 1977
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1979–1981)
Also played for the Portland Breakers in the USFL in 1983.
🧑💼 Life After Football
Worked as a football assistant at Nebraska and coached high school football in Colorado.
Transitioned into business development in the oil & gas industry.
Became an advocate for retired NFL players, working with Congress on related issues.
Tony Davis remains a respected figure in Nebraska football history — not just for his on-field achievements, but also for his continued contributions off the field.
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