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It was unfortunately reported Tuesday that NFL Network analyst Charles Davis was part of ESPN's latest round of layoffs.
Davis, who has been with NFL Media since 2006, became very popular due to his draft analysis and color commentary. In addition to calling games for CBS, he's been featured on NFL Network's "Path to the Draft" and "Total Access."
Despite all the success Davis has enjoyed over the past two decades, he's reportedly been laid off by ESPN. NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero and "NFL Live" analyst Ryan Clark have also been let go, per The Athletic.
Shortly after this sad news was announced, countless media members responded to Davis' departure. They all referred to him as a class act who adds knowledge to every crew he's a part of.
"Charles Davis is the definition of class," NFL Draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah said. "You won't find a better teammate or a better broadcaster. His preparation is unmatched & his kindness is legendary. My kids always call him Uncle Charles when they see him on TV. He sent me a handwritten note before & after each draft over our 14 years together at NFLN. I love him."
"The most talented guy ESPN let go was Charles Davis," OutKick founder Clay Travis wrote. "Absolute gem of a human being, truly elite knowledge of NFL Draft and football overall, both college and pro. Someone should grab him."
"Five words from Charles Davis will always stick with me: 'We don’t get to complain,' he said. I believe it was during one of those ‘dog days of summer’ practices, probably 10 years ago. I may have been whining about something. He reminded me that every day you get to do this job, it’s a privilege," ESPN reporter Jenna Laine wrote. "I check myself often now with those words. But thats how he approaches his craft and it’s why his enthusiasm for all this is so contagious, on top of him being a heck of person. He never takes a single day for granted. All the kind things others have said about him are 1000% true."
"Charles Davis is the absolute best, knowledgeable on everything he discusses on air, does a ton of homework, and treats everyone right—I don't think I've ever met anyone in our business who is as genuinely nice as him," NFL reporter Albert Breer wrote. "The definition of someone you can count on."
What's next for Charles Davis?
Even though Davis has reportedly been laid off by ESPN, he'll remain in the national spotlight as the lead color commentator for CBS Sports' coverage of Big Ten football.
Davis, who is taking over for Gary Danielson, will join Brad Nessler in the broadcast booth this fall.
"For the past two decades, Charles has been among the best analysts across the NFL and college football," CBS Sports president David Berson said. "He's well known to fans, from calling college football national championships to NFL playoff games to the voice of 'Madden NFL.' We're thrilled Charles will be returning to his roots -- college football -- and calling our top Big Ten game each week."
