David Gettis

David Gettis (born August 27, 1987) is an American football wide receiver for the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League. He played College football for Baylor University.

High School career
David Gettis was a two time California state champion in the 400 metres for Dorsey High School setting what was at the time a high school state record of 45.84 seconds.

2010 NFL Draft
Gettis was selected by the Carolina Panthers in the 6th round (198th overall) of the 2010 NFL Draft.

2010 Season
Gettis was first active in week 2 of the 2010 season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He started as the no. 2 receiver, beating out fellow rookie Brandon LaFell, and recorded 18 yards on 2 catches. He had a breakout game in week 7 against San Francisco, recording 8 catches for 125 yards and a season high 2 touchdown catches in a 23–20 Panthers victory. Gettis was nominated for the Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week for his efforts.

Gettis continued as starter for the rest of the season, excluding the week 12 and 13 matchups against Cleveland and Seattle. He finished the season with a team-high 3 touchdown catches, as well as 508 receiving yards on 37 catches, which ranked as second and third on the team, respectively. He also returned 8 kickoffs for 145 yards, and recorded an 88-yard touchdown reception against Baltimore in week 11 – the second longest touchdown reception in Panthers history.