One of the 49ers' players who stepped away from the game prior to the 2015 season, Anthony Davis, has not veered far from the NFL scene.

During his absence, he's continued to hint at a return.

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After Jim Tomsula was relieved of his head coaching duties on Sunday, the 49ers tackle sparked the conversation again.

When asked if he would be back, Davis replied:

Earlier this season, Davis posted a photo of himself on Instagram in a 49ers home uniform with the message: 'Keep that spot warm for ya boy..'

Davis, 26, was a former first-round pick by the 49ers. The team traded up two spots to select the Rutgers product No. 11 overall in 2010.

He started 71 games from 2010-2014.