Caleb Downs Headlines 2026 NFL Draft Big Board

Ohio State safety Caleb Downs is the consensus No. 1 prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft. Since his freshman year at Alabama, Downs has established himself as an elite defensive back with the smarts and skill set to make an immediate impact in the NFL. While safeties often slide on draft day, experts believe Downs has the potential to become a premier, Pro Bowl-caliber defensive player from his first day in the league.