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Davin Bellamy

Davin Bellamy (born December 27, 1994) is an American professional football who currently plays for the of the United Football League (UFL). A native of , Bellamy played at the from 2014 to 2017, where he appeared in 47 games as a linebacker, accumulating 135 total tackles, 13 sacks, and 24 tackles for loss. Bellamy went undrafted in the but signed as a with the Texans, spending parts of three seasons (2018–2020) with the team primarily on their . He later had brief stints on the practice squads of the (2019), (2021), and (2021), as well as a short-lived active roster contract with the in 2021. Transitioning to spring football leagues, Bellamy joined the New Orleans Breakers of the USFL in 2022, where he earned All-USFL honors after recording 40 tackles and 5.5 sacks in 8 games. In 2023, he moved to the XFL's , starting eight of 10 games and helping the team reach the championship while earning All-XFL recognition for his defensive contributions. Bellamy re-signed with the Defenders for the 2024 UFL season and again in 2025, helping the team win the UFL championship that year while continuing as a key on the roster.

Early life and high school

Early life

Davin Bellamy was born on December 27, 1994, in . He grew up in the metropolitan area, where his family provided a supportive environment centered around close-knit traditions, such as gathering at his grandmother's house for celebrations. Raised primarily by his mother, Bridget Bellamy, a teacher at Chamblee Charter High School, Bellamy experienced a childhood influenced by her emphasis on faith and personal values. His family attended occasionally, though Bellamy later noted that he did not engage deeply with religious texts until his years. Bridget played a pivotal role in shaping his character, often using biblical principles like those in James 4:10 to teach humility from an early age, a lesson that became a recurring theme in his life. Bellamy's introduction to football came at age six, when his enrolled him in a local league she believed was for ; instead, it involved full pads and helmets for tackle play, igniting his passion for the despite the initial surprise. This early experience, combined with his 's unwavering support—she rarely missed his games—laid the foundation for his athletic development in the years ahead.

High school career

Davin Bellamy attended Chamblee Charter High School in , , where he played as a strong-side and outside linebacker during his senior year in the 2012–13 season. Standing at 6-foot-5 and weighing around 235 pounds, Bellamy showcased exceptional athleticism and versatility, also contributing on offense as a . In his senior season, Bellamy recorded 30 total tackles, including 19 solo tackles, averaging 3.8 tackles per game, along with 2 sacks, 2 caused fumbles, and 1 fumble recovery. Offensively, he caught 6 passes for 80 yards and 3 touchdowns. His quick directional changes and speed enabled him to master the , though his lean frame required further strength development to handle offensive linemen effectively. Bellamy demonstrated notable toughness throughout his high school career, often playing through injuries that prompted coaches to bench him. In a key basketball game against rival Miller Grove High School, he sustained an elbow injury above his eye requiring stitches but returned with his head taped to help secure a victory, marking Chamblee's first win over the opponent. As a highly touted recruit in the class of , Bellamy earned a four-star rating from , ranking 89th nationally, 21st among strong-side s, and 32nd in . rated him as the No. 25 prospect in the Southeast region, with a scout grade of 82. He committed to the in early , drawn by his potential to contribute immediately on the defensive line.

College career

2014–2015 seasons

Bellamy redshirted his true freshman season in 2013 at the University of Georgia. As a redshirt freshman in 2014, he appeared in 10 games for the Bulldogs, primarily as a reserve outside linebacker behind starters Lorenzo Carter, Jordan Jenkins, and Leonard Floyd. He recorded 17 total tackles (6 solo, 11 assisted), 2.0 tackles for loss, and 1 fumble recovery, with his lone recovery coming against No. 9 Auburn on November 15. His most productive game was a 6-tackle performance (including 0.5 tackles for loss) in a 55-9 win over Charleston Southern on November 22. Georgia finished the season 10-3, including a 38-35 double-overtime loss to Georgia Tech in the rivalry game. Entering the 2015 season as a , Bellamy earned increased playing time during fall camp, where defensive coordinator praised his physicality and work ethic, noting his potential to play every down if he maintained consistency. He appeared in all 9 games, starting several, and tallied 33 total tackles (14 solo, 19 assisted), 5.5 tackles for loss, 3.0 , 2 forced fumbles, 1 fumble , and 1 deflection. Standout performances included a career-high 8 tackles (5 solo), 1 tackle for loss, 1 forced fumble, and 1 deflection in a 38-31 loss to on October 10; and 7 tackles, 2.0 tackles for loss, 1 , 1 forced fumble, and 1 fumble in a 27-3 loss to on October 31. He also notched a in a 9-6 win over on October 17. The Bulldogs ended the year 10-3, defeating No. 9 Stanford 24-16 in the 2015 TaxSlayer Bowl.

2016–2017 seasons

In the 2016 season, Bellamy solidified his role as a starting outside linebacker for the during his junior year. He appeared in all 13 games, starting 11, and emerged as one of the team's premier pass rushers. Bellamy recorded 51 total tackles, placing him fifth on the squad, along with 9 tackles for loss and 5 sacks, the latter tying for the team lead. He also generated a team-high 17 quarterback pressures, contributing significantly to Georgia's defensive efforts in the . During his senior campaign in , Bellamy started 14 of the 15 games as the Bulldogs advanced to the game. He amassed 34 tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss, and 5 sacks, while adding 3 pass deflections and 2 forced fumbles. Ranking third on the team in quarterback pressures, Bellamy's disruptive presence helped anchor Georgia's stout defense, which allowed 19.6 points per game. A standout moment came in a September road win over , where his strip sack with under two minutes remaining sealed a 20-19 victory.

Professional career

NFL career (2018–2021)

Bellamy entered the NFL as an undrafted , signing a three-year contract with the Texans on May 12, 2018. He was waived by the team on September 1, 2018, but signed to their the following day. On January 7, 2019, Bellamy inked a reserve/future contract with , only to be waived again on August 31, 2019. He then joined the ' on September 27, 2019. After his Bengals practice squad contract expired on January 6, 2020, Bellamy returned to the Texans, signing to their that day. He secured another reserve/future deal with on January 13, 2020. The team waived him on September 5, 2020, before re-signing him to the two days later; he was later placed on the practice squad injured reserve on November 9, 2020. Bellamy signed a reserve/future contract with the on January 14, 2021, but was waived on May 17, 2021, with a non-football designation. Later in 2021, Bellamy signed with the on August 6, but was released six days later on August 12. He joined the on August 17, appearing in two preseason games before being waived on August 30. Throughout his time in the from 2018 to 2021, Bellamy did not appear in any regular-season games, primarily spending the period on practice squads and in preseason action with the Texans in 2018 and 2019.

Spring leagues career (2022–2025)

Bellamy began his spring leagues career in 2022 with the New Orleans Breakers of the (USFL), where he was selected in the league's free agent draft on February 22. During the inaugural USFL season, he emerged as a standout , recording 40 total tackles (27 solo) and 5.5 sacks for 28 yards lost, contributing significantly to the Breakers' defensive efforts. His performance earned him All-USFL honors and the league's Defensive Player of the Week award for Week 1, marking him as the first recipient in the USFL's history. In 2023, Bellamy transitioned to the , joining the after being selected in the league's supplemental draft. He started eight of the ten games he played, amassing 18 total tackles (nine solo) and 5.5 sacks for 37 yards lost, helping anchor the Defenders' as they advanced to the XFL championship game. His consistent production led to selection on the All-XFL Team, recognizing him among the league's top performers. Following the 2023 merger of the USFL and into the United Football League (UFL), Bellamy continued with the Defenders in 2024, appearing in nine games with seven starts. He contributed 15 total tackles (nine solo) and one for eight yards lost, providing depth to the defensive line during the Defenders' playoff push. Bellamy's 2025 UFL season was marked by multiple team transitions. After holding out initially, he re-signed with the Defenders on March 19, playing in one game and recording one solo tackle before a mutual release on April 28. He was immediately claimed off waivers by the on April 29, where he appeared in one game and recorded 2 tackles (both solo), and was released on May 6. The Defenders re-signed him on June 3 ahead of the playoffs to bolster their injury-depleted defense, though he was inactive for the UFL championship game on June 14, in which DC defeated the 58–34 to claim the title.

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