Donald Earl Davis (born December 16, 1943) is an American former professional football defensive tackle who played one season with the New York Giants of the National Football League (NFL).
Donald Earl Davis was born on December 16, 1943, in Santa Ana, California.
[1] He played in the Chicago Charities College All-Star Game after his senior season.
[5] He was given the nickname "Buddha" while at Giants training camp in 1966 because he reportedly looked like a "glob" when he sat with his legs folded underneath him.
[3] Davis played in all 14 games, starting 11, for the team during the 1966 season, recording 3.5 sacks.