Vernon Davis Recently Became an Art Gallery Owner and More NFC West News

As many of you know, NFL players are obsessive when it comes to honing their craft. This obsessive nature leaves little time for anything else outside the organizational walls. Hobbies and downtime are sparse. When they do have an opportunity to mingle with society, some do it in a constructive manner, while others do not.

San Francisco 49ers tight end Vernon Davis had one passion while at the University of Maryland—art. He majored in studio art before leaving the collegiate ranks for the NFL. His long standing affection for the visual arts has moved him enough to become a 28-year-old art gallery owner.

Last month, the Pro Bowl tight end opened a space called Gallery 85 in San Jose. The gallery displays art from emerging artists throughout the Bay Area and Davis himself. According to David Ng of the Los Angeles Times, the gallery serves in San Jose's Santana Row and is used as a fundraiser for the Vernon Davis Foundation for the Arts.

Gallery 85 is obviously named after Davis' jersey number—the number he has sported as a member of the 49ers. Ng also mentioned, "The foundation awards college art school scholarships for select  youths from low-income communities."

In a week when the Super Bowl is the main focus, it's good to hear about players giving back and supporting the community in more ways than one.

Arizona

Tyler Nickel of Revenge of the Birds talks about the Cardinals stealing the St. Louis Rams' lead assistant.

Shaun Church of Bleacher Report begs the question: Is Arizona Cardinals safety Adrian Wilson worthy of the Hall of Fame?

San Francisco

ESPN.com reports on Chris Culliver issuing an apology over his hurtful anti-gay remarks.

Michael Schottey of Bleacher Report tells us how Jim Harbaugh saved the San Francisco 49ers.

Seattle

The Associated Press breaks down the details of Leroy Hill's assault charges arrest (via New York Daily News).

Brandan Schulze of Bleacher Report examines the 12 most unforgettable moments from the Seahawks 2012 season.

St. Louis

Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch analyzes the NFL's version of the pistol offense.

Tim Keeney of Bleacher Report showcases the Rams' biggest strengths and draft needs.