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Caleb Downs

Ohio State · Junior

Projected: Top 5 Pick

Physical Profile

Ht

6'0"

Wt

205

Age

22

Play Style

Box safetyLeaderTacklerVersatile

Impact & Projection

Immediate Impact9/10
Potential10/10
Risk Level3/10

Scouting Report

Downs has been one of the top defenders in college football since he was a freshman at Alabama for Nick Saban. He has been the best player on three different defensive schemes and is a natural leader who defensive coordinators can rely on. He will thrive as a box safety and will instantly help a defense. Led his team to a National Championship and is a winner.

2025 Season Stats

Games14
Tackles68
TFL5
Sacks1
INT2
PD2
FF2

Source: cfbstats.com