“He’s hungry to keep learning,” said Caleb’s father while describing his son’s caliber and potentiality. Having a supportive father is really good for growing in life, but having a brother with the same sports interests and ambition makes a person really lucky. You must agree that Caleb Downs is lucky to have a brother like Josh Downs. Both of them trained together from an early age. Presently, Josh is a wide receiver for the Indianapolis Colts. Whereas Caleb is a freshman safety for the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Not only his brother but also his father was a former NFL player. It seems like football is in the blood of the defensive back. Safe to say, Caleb’s immense love for the game is a gift from his father! Coming from an athletic football family helped the 19-year-old to become a rising star in the world of college football as well as the nation’s no.1 safety prospect. Let’s check out the family investment behind Caleb’s success.

Caleb Downs’ family background which works as a spur for OSU safety

Born in Hoschton, Georgia, U.S. in 2004, Caleb Down was a former defensive back for Alabama. The talented safety is the son of Gary McLinton Downs Jr., is the recruiting coordinator as well as running backs coach at East Tennessee State, and Tanya Downs is the nurturing and supportive person of Caleb’s life. No more information is available publicly regarding the professional career of Caleb’s mom. On the other hand, Gary Downs has been a source of support, mentorship, and guidance throughout Caleb’s journey. As the OSU safety father was a former professional football player and played for several teams, like the New York Giants, Atlanta Falcons, and Denver Broncos. 

Additionally, Caleb’s older sister, Kameron Downs, played for Kennesaw State for around 4 years on the women’s soccer team. Along with that, his maternal uncle, Donald André Bly, was a cornerback coach for the Tars Heels. Hence, it reflects that Caleb Downs has a traditionally rich sporting background. However, the young OSU safety has to go further to achieve more success in his desired career. 

Downs’ achievements and future goals with OSU

In 2022, Caleb earned the title of All-American Bowl Player of the Year when he committed to Alabama. After that, in 2023, Downs ranked among the nation’s top players. Along with that, the remarkable performer achieved a few titles such as First-team All-SEC, SEC Freshman of the Year, and Defensive Football Player of the Year by USA Today. Presently, Caleb entered the transfer portal and enrolled his name for the Ohio State Buckeyes.

His family, especially his father, supported his decision to transfer and he said “Caleb didn’t come to this decision lightly,“. It makes clear that safety has familial support in the world of competitive sports. I think it will help Caleb to grab the minds and hearts of OSU fans and followers in the future.