Washington Times · Aug 8, 2022
Jamin Davis’ development took time at Kentucky. Will he have that luxury with Washington?
Washington Commanders linebacker Jamin Davis (52) runs during practice at the team’s NFL football training facility, Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022 in Ashburn, Va. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)ASHBURN — When Jamin Davis refers back to his rough rookie year with the Washington Commanders, he’s often quick to note the parallels to his time at the University of Kentucky. For the Wildcats, the linebacker spent two seasons — not counting his redshirt year — riding the bench as a backup and special teams player.
Then, as a junior, things for Davis finally clicked: He started 10 games, racked up more than 100 tackles and put together a campaign that made him one of the fastest risers in the 2021 draft.
