Former CFL quarterback Dominique Davis announced his retirement on Tuesday via his Instagram page.
“As I prepare to close this chapter and step into retirement, my heart is full. It’s a bittersweet moment. No, I didn’t accomplish every goal I once dreamed of—but I gained something far greater. I received exactly what I needed.
This journey has been marked by challenges, setbacks, and unexpected detours. At times, I questioned the path, wondered about missed opportunities. But now, standing on the other side, I see clearly—every experience, every high and low, helped shape me into who I was always meant to become.
The lessons I’ve learned… the brotherhoods I’ve formed… the personal growth I’ve gone through—those things are priceless. That’s the true win.
And now, I feel my purpose pulling me forward—bigger than personal glory, deeper than the game. It’s about giving back. It’s about pouring into the next generation. It’s about sharing what I’ve learned, mentoring young minds, and inspiring others to chase greatness with heart, grit, and courage.
Because the real legacy? It’s not just in what we did. It’s in who we helped. Who we lifted. Who we believed in.
As I begin this new chapter, I’m excited to spend my time being a guide, a mentor, a motivator. I want to light a fire in the youth that reminds them: your dreams are valid, your voice matters, and you’ve got what it takes.
To every teammate, coach, trainer, equipment staff member, and every fan who ever cheered me on—thank you. Y’all were part of something sacred in my life, and those moments, those relationships, they’re etched in my soul forever. I’ll carry them with me, always.
Much love to you all.
Here’s to new beginnings, deeper purpose, and the limitless future ahead. 3D out.”
Dominique Davis is six foot four and weighs 215 pounds. The 35-year-old from Lakeland, Florida, signed with the Montreal Alouettes on August 6, 2024. In 2024, he had 19 carries for 39 yards, and three rushing touchdowns in 10 games.
The Atlanta Falcons signed Davis as an undrafted free agent in 2013. He played one regular season game completing 5 of 7 passes (71.4%) for 34 yards. In addition, he has stints with the Tennessee Titans and the Indianapolis Colts.
Davis signed with the Calgary Stampeders on February 24, 2015, but was released on June 15, 2015, and signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on June 29, 2015.
Davis spent three seasons in Winnipeg completing 33 of 54 passes (61%) for 377 yards, and 16 carries for 66 yards in 17 games for the Blue Bombers. Next, Davis signed with the Ottawa Redblacks on February 12, 2018. He played three seasons in Ottawa completing 283 of 449 passes (63%) for 3,263 yards, 11 touchdowns, 19 interceptions, 88 carries for 257 yards, and 13 touchdowns in 31 games.
Then, Davis signed with the Montreal Alouettes on February 4, 2022. In 2022, Davis completed 19 of 25 passes (76%) for 253 yards, three touchdowns, two interceptions, 63 carries for 111 yards, and 13 touchdowns for the Alouettes.
The B.C. Lions signed Davis on February 15, 2023. In 2023, Davis completed 9 of 21 passes (43%) for 74 yards, 32 carries for 65 yards, and one touchdown in 18 games. He became a free agent on February 13, 2024.
Collegiately, Davis played one season at Boston College in 2008 completing 63 of 138 passes (45.7%) for 741 yards, six touchdowns, four interceptions, 43 carries for 48 yards, and two touchdowns in six games for the Eagles.
Next, he transferred to Fort Scott Community College in 2009 completing 113 of 215 passes (52.5%) for 1,467 yards, six touchdowns, eight interceptions, 62 carries for 31 yards, and 12 touchdowns in 12 games for the Greyhounds.
Then, he transferred to East Carolina (2010-11) completing 903 of 1,456 passes (62%) for 9,400 yards, 74 touchdowns, 47 interceptions, 277 carries for 392 yards, and 28 touchdowns in 43 games for the Pirates.
