2012 in photos: Thomas Davis

Linebacker Thomas Davis sacks Mark Sanchez in a preseason game, his first action since his third major knee injury.

Antwan Applewhite celebrates with Davis during the regular season opener.

Davis "keeps pounding" during introductions for Week 7 game versus Cowboys.

Davis records a forced fumble against Cowboys wide receiver Miles Austin.

Davis gets ready for kickoff of Panthers' win at Washington in Week 9.

Davis forces a goal-line fumble in Week 11 against Tampa Bay.

Davis recovers a fumble to set up winning score in Week 12 at Philadelphia.

Davis jumps for joy following his interception to seal a Week 14 victory over the Falcons.

Davis prepares to the take the field for the Panthers' victory at San Diego in Week 15.

Davis wraps up Raiders running back Darren McFadden during a Week 16 victory.

Davis wraps up his remarkable 118-tackle season with a victory in New Orleans.