28 days remain until the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, Pa., April 23-25, 2026. After a 3-14 season in 2025, the Las Vegas Raiders hold the No. 1 overall pick as this daily countdown continues through the franchise’s best players by jersey number.
Today, March 26, 2026, the number is 28.
Clarence Davis, No. 28
Clarence Davis earns the No. 28 spot for his full-body-of-work in Oakland. He was a do-it-all back in the 1970s, blending runs, catches and big moments.
Davis spent his entire career with the Raiders from 1971-78. He also was part of a Super Bowl championship roster during the franchise’s peak years.
Why Davis gets No. 28
Davis is the best No. 28 because his production holds up across eras. He finished with 3,640 rushing yards on 4.5 yards per carry and scored 26 rushing touchdowns.
He also provided versatility in the backfield and stayed reliable across multiple seasons. That complete profile separates him from other notable No. 28s.
Draft and background
Davis was born June 28, 1949, in Birmingham, Ala. He attended Washington High School in California, then played at USC.
The Oakland Raiders drafted him in the fourth round (No. 97 overall) in 1971.
Other notable No. 28s
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Josh Jacobs, 2019-2022
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Latavius Murray, 2014-2016
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Eddie Macon, 1960
Career check
Davis remains one of the key multipurpose backs of the Raiders’ 1970s teams. For No. 28, his longevity and efficiency make the call.
Next up tomorrow: No. 27.
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