Ray Davis Turns Heads With Kicking Cameo in Bills’ Preseason Opener
If you tuned in to the Buffalo Bills’ first preseason game against the New York Giants, you probably expected to see running backs running, quarterbacks throwing, and kickers kicking. But what unfolded on Saturday night had a little twist. Ray Davis, the Bills’ second-year running back, didn’t just carry the ball — he put on a brief but memorable show as an emergency kicker.
With Tyler Bass sidelined by a pelvic injury, Buffalo had already signed kicker Caden Davis on Friday to handle most of the kicking duties. But when Dawson Knox found the end zone in the second quarter, it wasn’t Caden jogging onto the field for the extra point — it was Ray. The running back lined up, took his steps, and sent the ball sailing through the uprights. Sure, the kick wobbled like it had been pulled straight out of a high school gym class, but it split the posts all the same. The crowd loved it, and the sideline grinned like they’d just seen the team’s new “Swiss Army knife” in action.
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Of course, Ray’s day wasn’t all about his leg. With James Cook sitting out in what’s being called a “hold-in” while he works toward a contract extension, Davis opened the game as Buffalo’s starting running back. He carried the ball four times for seven yards and caught one pass for another seven. Not eye-popping stats, but solid enough for a preseason outing — especially when you consider he’s stepping into a potentially bigger role if Cook’s situation drags on or his readiness for Week 1 is in question.
This wasn’t Davis’ first flash of capability, either. Bills fans remember Week 6 of last season, when he erupted for 97 rushing yards and 55 receiving yards against the Jets in Cook’s absence. Saturday’s performance was a reminder that he’s more than just a depth piece — he’s a player who can step up when called upon, whether that’s carrying the ball, catching passes, or, apparently, drilling extra points.
While Caden Davis will almost certainly handle any real kicking responsibilities if Bass isn’t ready for the regular season, the sight of Ray handling PAT duties was one of those preseason moments that fans will be talking about for a while. It was playful, it was unexpected, and it highlighted the adaptability that coaches love to see this time of year.
In the end, the Bills fell to the Giants 34–25, but the score felt secondary to the night’s unique highlight. One thing’s for sure — if you’re an opponent looking at the Bills’ roster now, you might need to double-check who’s actually coming on to kick. Because in Buffalo, apparently, running backs kick too.
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