Recent Bucks cornerback Carlton Davis III We sat down with Go Long’s Tyler Dunn and talked about a lot. From growing up on the Miami football scene, to being hardened through rigorous training as a kid. It was at this time that he was nicknamed “C-Mada”. Davis also shared his thoughts on playing as a number 1 wide receiver across the league, detailing his aggressive approach.
But perhaps the most insight I got from my meeting with Dunne was how he sees the Bucks’ chances to compete this season and their plans to make a lot of big plays.
Carlton Davis III sees Bucks still have ingredients for success
Following the Bucks post Tom Brady, Easily understand changes in the tone of the national media and predictors for the 2023 season. He was considered a Super Bowl contender for the past three seasons, but the team quickly fell to the other end. Many now see Tampa Bay as a candidate for the No. 1 overall pick.
Caleb Williams, Drake May, or [insert quarterback here] Story. Many people agree with this story, but Carlton Davis III disagrees. Instead, he declared that doubters would be surprised.
“We’re trying to do that to them,” Davis said. “Anyone who has lost Tom and feels they have lost something is going to have a terrible awakening. It’s a team sport.Obviously you need components to be successful.Those components are still there and I’m getting better and better.”
With Brady no longer in the frame, the other Bucks can join the picture and get their due. Davis has no animosity towards the former quarterback. Rather, if a team can win a game without GOAT, no one doubts the talent and ability on the roster.
Bucks CB Carlton Davis III – Photo Credit: Cliff Welch/PR
“We’ve done something many times. Tom is the greatest player that’s ever played in this game, so a lot of credit will be given for him to be here,” Davis said. rice field. “Now it gives us the opportunity to be independent and great. People can’t say ‘Oh, it’s Corona. Or, “Oh, that’s because Tom was there.” They have to give us credit. That is what we are fighting for. ”
He went on to confidently argue that secondary play will be key to the team’s success.
“We’re going to wreck,” Davis said. “like, wrecked, fuck. intercept. turnover. A play is made. say. to play. intent. Be. make. “
Some would argue that the defense has been a big factor in the team’s success under head coach Todd Bowles, but the unit needs to level it up further. Brady is no longer an offensive, late-game magic coordinator. The secondary’s ability to make big plays is important as there is less room for error.
It starts with Davis and spreads further. Jamel Dean. Antoine Winfield Jr., Ryan Neal. For a defense that had just 10 total interceptions last year, that’s right in their hands. They have to take this responsibility of not dropping it and running with it instead.
“We have to be the best in the NFL right now,” Davis said. “That’s how I try to be. And it can only start with yourself first, and let your play infect others.”
Carlton Davis III starts boxing with opponent NFL WR
Bucks CB Carlton Davis III and Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill – Photo Credit: Cliff Welch/PR
The Bucks enter this season looking to surprise people. Getting there is easier than most people think. Let’s not forget, the Bucks still won the NFC South despite struggling in an 8-9 season in 2022. With plenty of talent still to come, the floor should get closer to Las Vegas’ over/under 6.5 wins. The still-weak division ceiling could easily be 9-8 or 10-7.
With this in mind, Davis sees a clear path for the Bucks to continue competing. “Our division is in worse shape than it was before,” said Carlton Davis III. “So we run through the division. Let’s make it to the playoffs. If we run through the playoffs, it’s the Super Bowl.”
So simple, right?
Later in the article, Davis told Dunn that if the defense holds to the end of the bargain and the offense improves slightly with an improved running game and enough passing offense, “we will have another Super Bowl contender.” is suggesting.
That’s a bold claim, but there’s something crazier going on. Even the most optimistic fans don’t think the Bucks are in contention for the Lombardi trophy, but it’s this inner confidence and mindset that creates a Bucks-versus-everyone mentality. Davis takes this to another level when referring to opposing wide receivers.
“I personally enjoy screwing everyone up,” Davis said. “Personally I enjoy being the best version. I enjoy taking people with me. I enjoy making them pay. Basically, I’m invested in having a great career.It’s going to screw you up.It’ll lock you in.I’ll put my hands on you.
Bucks CBs Carlton Davis III and Jamel Dean – Photo Credit: Cliff Welch/PR
We may not see Carlton Davis III in the next Rocky or Creed movie, but we will see him go head-to-head with receivers across the NFL. From his early career fights with DeAndre Hopkins to his much-publicized back-and-forth with Michael Thomas. Crossing Tyreek Hill and Jamar Chase, he has fought and often won against the best.
Bucks cornerback Zion McCallum affirms this notion when talking about Davis. “I really don’t want to be on his bad side. Every NFL receiver is on his bad side,” McCallum said.
“It’s like boxing,” McCollum added of Davis’ physicality starting at the line of scrimmage. The field is his ring and the whistle is his bell. It was clear throughout his career that few receivers could face him and make it to the final round.
Bucks lurks in the shadows as ‘Silent Assassin’
Entering this season, Carlton Davis III said preseason predictions meant little to him. “You don’t know anything,” said Davis. “Nobody knows until it happens.”
Bucks CB Zion McCallum – Photo Credit: Cliff Welch/PR
Players now embrace their underdog identities. This is common for a series that has gone through its dark ages.
“People are feeling ‘Damn. OK. This is Tampa Bay Buccaneer,'” added Davis. “For young people who are still learning and trying to understand what it’s like to be a true professional: It looks like this. Then show it. you tell them You do not allow them to make the same mistakes and try to correct them. We say, “You’re playing for us.” Therefore, we cannot allow you to play at this level. As for raising your play, I’m going to be totally mad. ”
Rather than repeating history and rewinding to irrelevant times, the Bucks lurk in the shadows, ready to strike when they least expect it.
“This disrespect is unbelievable,” McCallum said. “We love it. We’re like silent assassins. We’re like assassins coming in from behind and grabbing people by the throat.”
