Summary
Ohio State's Caleb Downs, a key player in their undefeated season, was acknowledged with major defensive awards ahead of the Big Ten Championship Game against Indiana. Downs, who transferred from Alabama, excels in various defensive roles and remains a top prospect for the 2026 NFL draft.
Key Facts
- Ohio State Buckeyes have an undefeated 12-0 record.
- They will play against the Indiana Hoosiers, also 12-0, in the Big Ten Championship Game.
- Caleb Downs received the Nagurski-Woodson Defensive Player of the Year award.
- Downs was also named Tatum-Woodson Defensive Back of the Year.
- He transferred to Ohio State from Alabama after his freshman year.
- Caleb Downs has 52 tackles and other notable defensive stats this season.
- He is seen as a top prospect for the 2026 NFL draft.
