Kieran Davis is a 6’0 198lb running-back and defensive end in the class of 2023 out of St. Edmund’s High in Eunice, LA. As a freshman, Kieran received finalist honors as a Maxprep’s Freshman All-American. Kieran is the son of former New Orleans Saint and first round draft pick Charles Grant, who helped the Saints in winning its first Super Bowl in franchise history. Kieran is a multi-position athlete, who shows incredible strength and size for an underclassman. As a RB, Davis shows incredible balance, possessing the speed to set the edge, the power to burst through A and B gaps, and great hands which makes him a threat in the passing game. A jack-of-all-trades on the football field, Kieran is also an incredibly gifted student, boasting a 3.5 GPA in the classroom. His smarts in the classroom are evident on the football field as well. A multi-position athlete and being the son of a former NFL player, Davis’s football IQ is far above the average for someone his age. Whether it is defending against the run as a lineman or breaking through defenses as a back, Kieran Davis is a young and highly dangerous athlete who looks to continuously improve upon his already impressive resume going forward in his career.
Kieran Davis St Edmund High class of 2023 Running back ht: 6’ wt: 198
maxpreps all-american freshman By: dan Martin
When did you get started in football and what were your first impressions of the sport? I began around 6 years old when my mom and step-dad saw there was a football organization in town and signed me up. Ever since then football has been a part of my life. My immediate reaction was how much I enjoyed being around a team, coming together as a group and winning games. Are you involved in any other sports besides football? I play center on my school’s basketball team, do long jump in track, and soon I’ll be joining the school’s golf team. Do you look up to anyone currently in the sport, whether it be college or the NFL? I love watching Jonathan Taylor out of Wisconsin and seeing all the plays he makes. The physicality he runs with is one of a kind. If there was another position on the football field that you would like to try or think you would be good at, what would that be? I think, because of my leadership skills both on and off the field, I would make a good QB. It’s a position I’ve always had an interest in and think it’d be really fun. As a running back, describe to me your style of play. I feel as though I’m a very balanced, do-it-all back. If you need me to set the edge with speed, I can. If coach calls power, I have no problems rushing through the interior line. I also have good hands and can be used in the pass game as well. Is there anything you plan on working extra hard on improving with the off-season now upon us? For RB, I want to work on perfecting my footwork and working on my cutting skills.On the defensive side of the ball I’ve really been training hard on becoming a better pass rusher. What playcall do you look forward to getting called the most or one that you believe best suits your talents? I strive the most between the B and C gaps. I think it plays well into my decision making and I know i Have the right combo of strength and speed to dominate during those playcalls. Finally, what are some team and personal goals that you have set for yourself for the 2020 season? For me, I want to keep working hard in the gym so that I can continue to grow stronger and increase my physicality. Teamwise, we came together as a group and set our minds on becoming district champs.
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