Giants face scrutiny after Cowboys select Caleb Downs in NFL Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 6:05 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

The New York Giants are under fire for not selecting Caleb Downs in the 2026 NFL Draft, allowing the Dallas Cowboys to secure him instead. Initially viewed as a likely pick for New York, Downs's arrival with a major rival raises questions about the Giants' decision-making. At training camp, Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer praised Downs's instinct and intelligence, noting his success at Alabama. Reports indicate that Downs is adapting well to the NFL and showing promise as a standout player. His early performances could reshape expectations surrounding both the player and the teams involved.
- •Caleb Downs was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •Giants were expected to draft Downs but opted otherwise.
- •Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer commended Downs's early performance.
- •Downs showcased success at Alabama before joining the NFL.
- •Criticism remains over the Giants' draft strategy.
- 6:05 AMYahoo Sports — Giants continue to look silly for letting Cowboys select Caleb Downs
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