Story bySara LarsonMon, December 15, 2025 at 8:50 PM UTC·1 min readBuffalo Bills running back Ray Davis may have found his calling, and it’s coming on kick returns. The second-year running back currently leads the NFL with an average of 32.4 yards per kick return, a mark that stands as the highest single-season kick return average in Bills history. Since Week 8 of the 2025 season, when Davis took over kick return duties, he’s amassed 745 yards on 23 return attempts, including six returns of over 40-plus yards, and one 97-yard touchdown. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementAgainst the New England Patriots in Week 15, Davis not only gave quarterback Josh Allen and Buffalo’s offense great field position, but he also ignited a change in momentum after opening up the second half with a 58-yard kickoff return. With running back James Cook III earning his extension and cementing himself as a central piece in the Bills’ offense, Davis’ offensive touches have dwindled. But rather than fading away into the background, Davis has reinvented his impact ability with the team.