Davis was thrust into a larger role with Jordan Reed once again being forced to miss game action. According to NBC Sports, his touchdown catch was the 63rd of his career, which put him ahead of Shannon Sharpe for the sixth-most ever by a tight end.
Vernon Davis’ grandfather passed away yesterday. The veteran TE broke down in tears after his epic touchdown to begin the game.
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) September 8, 2019
Powerful.
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