Jake Davis
SKC
Right Back
Right Wingback
Balanced Full Back
Jan 3, 2002 (24)
Right
5'10"
154 lb
Bench option midweek
Davis (knee) is on the bench in Wednesday's meeting with Nashville.
Analysis: Davis was questionable heading into this game but should be able to see at least limited minutes as a backup player in wide spots. He previously made 20 league appearances (18 starts) in 2026, averaging 0.8 chances created and 2.0 tackles per game over that period. He'll be in contention with Ian James at right-back if Justin Reynolds (quadriceps) remains out going forward.
Questionable against Nashville
Davis (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's clash with Nashville per the SKC Injury Report.
Analysis: Davis resumed full training earlier in the week and is now officially questionable. There's no report on his exact status but everything is trending towards him being available in some way. If he is available he would likely compete for a starting role immediately.
Returns to training Thursday
Davis was back at Sporting Kansas City training Thursday, according to Daniel Sperry of The Kansas City Star.
Analysis: This marks a positive step for the midfielder/defender after his recent knee issue. Even so, his training return alone does not confirm match availability yet, and it remains to be seen whether he'll be fit enough to feature Saturday against the Timbers.
Set for absence
Davis (knee) will be out for an unknown period including the week 22 fixture versus Vancouver, manager Raphael Wicky confirmed Thursday, per Daniel Sperry of The Kansas City Star.
Analysis: Davis left the previous contest with significant discomfort and is now heading to the sidelines while the full extent of his injury remains unclear. This situation leaves SKC without their starting right-back of the last six league games for at least one match. Justin Reynolds will be a candidate to fill in for Davis at right-back. However, Reynolds has just returned from his own physical issue, so there might also be minutes for youngster Ian James.
Exits with injury against Atlanta
Davis left the field in pain and holding his knee in the first half of Sunday's meeting with Atlanta, according to Scarves and Spikes.
Analysis: Davis' fitness is now a major concern for a struggling Kansas City side, as he appeared to be dealing with a significant discomfort Sunday. His absence in the right flank of the defense led to Justin Reynolds making his first appearance since recovering from his respective injury, and that change could be required from kickoff if Davis is ruled out for a spell.
Logs assist in start
Davis assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 win versus Minnesota United.
Analysis: Davis got the start and it paid off for Sporting KC with his assist and two chances created. He's likely to be inserted into the starting lineup against LAFC and he'll need to keep up his creative skills in the attacking third. LAFC have only allowed one goal over the last three MLS games and 18 overall on the season in 17 matches.
Nets own goal
Davis generated an own goal and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 6-0 loss against Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 41st minute.
Analysis: Davis scored an own goal in the 26th minute. Despite this, he put up solid defensive numbers with four interceptions, three clearances, and two tackles. However, these stats were somewhat inflated as the Portland Timbers relentlessly attacked throughout the game. He has started nine of his 10 appearances this campaign.
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