Caleb Downs claims Ohio State after departure from Alabama
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 3:05 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Caleb Downs, former safety for Alabama and Ohio State, confirmed his affiliation with the Buckeyes in a recent podcast. Downs, who joined Ohio State after Nick Saban’s retirement from Alabama, expressed admiration for Saban but emphasized his identity as a Buckeye. He won a national championship with Ohio State and was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Downs’ transition has been framed as a return to high school recruiting dynamics as he navigates his professional career.
- •Caleb Downs claims, 'I'm a Buckeye' on the St. Brown Podcast.
- •Downs transferred to Ohio State after Nick Saban's retirement.
- •He won a national title at Ohio State and was a two-time All-American.
- •Downs was a first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, selected by the Cowboys.
- •His transition reflects a broader trend in college football affiliations.
- 3:05 PMYahoo Sports — Ohio State or Alabama? Caleb Downs explains which school he claims
"Caleb Downs explains why he left Alabama after Nick Saban retired and reveals which school he claims as his own.
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