The Facts: What a difference a year makes. Davis forfeited a $200,000 workout bonus and racked up a $70,000 fine last summer after skipping 49ers OTAs in an effort to develop his own brand. "Every decision I make is in the best interest of my brand," Davis explained at the time. He has since experienced an epiphany, cutting ties with the financial adviser who advised his ill-fated holdout. "You know what, I fired that person because he worships money," Davis said. "That's not what I worship. ... I play for the love of the game. And that's the beauty of this sport -- it's that about the love, the teammates, your coaches."

Diehards Line: According to NFL.com, the surprising retirements of former teammates Patrick Willis and Anthony Davis have helped Davis understand that his own playing days are liable to end unexpectedly. Davis' epiphany isn't the only reason to believe he will bounce back in strong fashion from a career-worst 2014 season. Teammates and coaches noted that Davis looked "extremely fast" and was stretching the field again in offseason practices. "Right now, I feel like a rookie," Davis said Friday, "feel faster, more explosive. ... Been taking care of myself." We'll see. He could have a more prominent role in new coordinator Geep Chryst's offense; if he can rebound, Davis will certainly be a draft-day value.