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Charles Davis standing out on CBS after reassignment, layoff by NFL Network

Charles Davis, a seasoned football analyst with decades of experience calling national championship games and NFL Drafts, has quietly re-emerged as a standout figure on CBS Sports this season. After being reassigned from NFL coverage to take over the top college football broadcast team—replacing Gary Danielson—Davis found himself in a reduced role behind J.J.

Watt and Tony Romo during the 2025 NFL season. However, following a round of layoffs at NFL Network this summer, Davis lost his primary NFL position, leaving him with only midday CBS college football games to showcase his expertise.

Despite the limitations, Davis has delivered sharp analysis in six weeks of college football, excelling in both play breakdowns and critical commentary, such as questioning Big Ten officials’ calls during Oregon’s upset loss to UCLA. His chemistry with Brad Nessler has been particularly strong, as seen in their call of Iowa’s last-second victory over Michigan in Week 4, where Davis quickly clarified the game-winning catch amid replay disputes.

A former defensive back at Tennessee, Davis brings a unique perspective to the booth, blending tactical insight with a measured, insightful approach that has reminded viewers of his enduring value as a football analyst.

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