It’s been a rough start to Marcus Davenport’s NFL career. A toe injury shortened the defensive end’s rookie season, then a foot issue cut his sophomore season short a year ago. The Saints 14th overall pick of the 2018 draft has shown flashes of his elite combination of athleticism, power and speed, but needs to show that he can stay on the field. How has Davenport’s rehab been going post foot surgery?
“When you have an injury, you’re not training that part of the body as much as you can,” said Saints defensive line coach Ryan Nielsen. “But, I do feel he’s done the best that he can with his rehab. He’s busting his butt this offseason, and he’s really put the work in to come back in the best shape that he’s ever been in.”
Expectations remains high for the 6ft6, 265 pound Davenport, who remains on an upwards trajectory heading into what many consider the all-important year 3 in the NFL.
The 24-year-old is a breakout candidate for the Black & Gold as a double-digit sack season is certainly attainable, especially when teamed up with Cam Jordan on one of the NFL’s stronger d-lines.