Buffalo Bills RB Ray Davis named Week 9 NFLPA Community MVP

Davis joins a prestigious list of NFL players nominated for their dedication to community service

Buffalo Bills rookie running back Ray Davis was named the Week 9 NFLPA Community MVP, following his continued dedication to working with Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of America, now doing so in his home NFL city of Buffalo where he works with youth advocacy groups in Western New York, as well as his home city of San Francisco, CA.

Davis partnered with Big Brothers Big Sisters in Buffalo to host an event at Highmark Stadium for mentors and mentees in the program. Working with Big Brothers Big Sisters is a true passion project for Davis, who grew up within the foster care system and followed his dreams thanks to the mentorship he received. Now as a national advocate for BBBS, Davis hopes to share his experience in any way he can with at-risk children who share life experiences similar to his own.

Davis has made the most of his opportunities through BBBS, overcoming huge challenges that saw him homeless at the age of 12. The mentorship he received through BBBS left a lifelong impression on Davis, who has also been named a Game Changer by the organization for his dedication to creating awareness, access and opportunities through mentorship.

Davis is just the fourth rookie to earn NFLPA Community MVP honors since the the program’s inception 11 years ago.

At the most recent event, 14 “Bigs” and “Littles” were able to take part in a VIP tour of Highmark Stadium, pizza party, and also a Q&A session with Davis.

In speaking about being honored as the NFL Community MVP in Week 9, Ray Davis said:

“Being selected as the Week 9 NFLPA Community MVP not only lets me know that I can impact those around me, but that others are more aware of what can be done within their own communities.” … “A big goal of mine has been to give back the same way others have given back to me in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America organization.”

Per the news release about Davis’ selection as Week 9 NFL Community MVP:

“In recognition of Davis being named the NFLPA Community MVP for Week 9, the NFLPA will donate $10,000 to his foundation or charity of choice. In turn, [Davis] will take part in a special visit to a local school, children’s hospital, or community center. Along with the other 2024-25 Community MVPs, he will also be eligible for the Alan Page Community Award, which is the NFLPA’s highest player honor and includes an additional $100,000 donation.”

Find out more about by visiting the NFLPA Community MVP website.