Former Alabama Player Luther Davis Allegedly Impersonates NFL Stars in $20 Million Loan Scam
Luther Davis, a former Alabama football player, is facing allegations of orchestrating a significant loan scam by impersonating NFL players Michael Penix Jr., Xavier McKinney, and David Njoku. According to reports, Davis, along with CJ Evins, allegedly secured fraudulent loans totaling nearly $20 million, with $11.6 million obtained by pretending to be the aforementioned players. The scheme involved creating fake companies in Georgia with names resembling those of the players, opening bank accounts, and fabricating email accounts. Davis and Evins also reportedly created fake identification documents and attended loan closings disguised as the players, using makeup and wigs. Both Davis and Evins plan to plead guilty to the charges later this month. The scam has led to civil litigation concerning a loan obtained in McKinney's name, with a trial scheduled for July 2026.