Caleb Downs 2026 NFL mock draft: latest prediction for Ohio State Safety
Here's how USA TODAY predicts the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft will play out for Caleb Downs.
The 2026 NFL Draft is approaching fast and league scouts are solidifying their big boards. Safety Caleb Downs could be among the players who hear their name called early in Pittsburgh this week when the NFL welcomes its newest class of rookies. USA TODAY Sports has all the latest on where the prospect out of Ohio State may land.
Here's how USA TODAY's latest mock draft currently projects draft day will play out for the former college star. Caleb Downs 2026 NFL Draft prediction: Pick No. 5 overall, New York Giants Nate Davis' Fit Analysis: The Lawrence blockbuster gives the G-Men options.
Trade up for Love perhaps? Take a receiver of their choice? Plenty on the table to choose from yet probably little incentive for new coach John Harbaugh to rush into a potentially rash direction given the amount of work to do here.
Is Downs the best defender in this draft? Arguably. Can he play exceptionally in the slot, box or center field ?