Alabama Five-Star Plus+ S commit Caleb Downs records three rushing touchdowns in first half
Hoschton (Ga.) Mill Creek Five-Star Plus+ safety Caleb Downs is known for his success on the defensive side of the ball. On Saturday night against Carrollton (Ga.) in the Class 7A title game, the Alabama commit showcased that he is a player to watch on offense, as well.
Downs scored three rushing touchdowns in the first half to help Mill Creek hold on to their lead in a high-scoring affair. On his most recent score, the defensive back received an end around and made two cuts before entering the end zone.
Downs is the No. 5 overall prospect and No. 1 safety in the 2023 cycle, according to the On3 Consensus, a complete and equally weighted industry-generated average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies. He is also the No. 1 player in Georgia.
On his first rushing score, the 5-foot-11.5, 195-pound recruit ran to the left side of the field and dove across the goal line. Downs’ second touchdown involved him going airborne for the score.
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The five-star has an important spectator at his game. For the second straight week, Alabama cornerbacks coach Travaris Robinson is in Georgia to watch Downs.
Downs has an On3 NIL Valuation of $344K. The On3 NIL Valuation is an index that looks to set the standard market value for both high school and college-level athletes. The NIL valuation does not act as a tracker of the value of NIL deals an athlete has completed to date. It rather signifies an athlete’s value at a certain moment in time.
Caleb Downs On3 Scouting Summary
The following is the On3 Scouting Summary for Caleb Downs:
“Extremely well-rounded safety who has been one of the top prospects in Georgia regardless of class for much of his high school career. Shows a complete skill set as a cover safety. Has the range to cover hash to boundary with ease. Also is fluid and natural in man coverage. Outstanding ball production with 14 interceptions over the first three seasons of his high school career. Instinctual both in coverage and as a cover down defender.
“Identifies run plays and underneath passes very quickly. Also an active tackler. Shows of his athleticism on offense where he sees snaps at multiple skill positions, including quarterback. Has starred while playing against top competition in the Peach State. Comes from strong bloodlines with a father who was an NFL Draft pick and brother who is one of the better receivers in college football.”