Caleb Downs, Alabama and Nick Saban

Caleb Downs: ‘Didn’t want to leave’ Alabama football before transfer
When Nick Saban walked into a team meeting in January of 2024, and retired as Alabama’s football coach, Caleb Downs was as shocked as anyone. The safety, who had just wrapped up an excellent freshman season and planned on continuing his career with the Crimson Tide, had to figure out his future quickly.
Caleb Downs recalls decision to transfer after Nick Saban’s retirement: ‘I didn’t really want to leave’
When Nick Saban announced his retirement in January 2024, Alabama players had a 30-day transfer portal open. A slew of Crimson Tide players opted to enter – including Caleb Downs, who committed to Ohio State.
Caleb Downs reveals he didn’t want to leave Alabama after Nick Saban’s retirement
Caleb Downs was one of the most sought-after recruits in the 2023 recruiting class. The Georgia native ultimately decided to join legendary coach Nick Saban at Alabama. Downs made an immediate impact as a true freshman, collecting 107 tackles, 4 tackles for loss, and 2 interceptions in 2023.
Caleb Downs shares why he picked Ohio State over Georgia after leaving Alabama
Ohio State, like Georgia, was very familiar with talented safety Caleb Downs. Both schools were among the finalists to land Downs when he was the No. 1 player in the state of Georgia in the 2023 recruiting cycle.
Why did Ohio State's Caleb Downs transfer from Alabama? What to know about Buckeyes DB
Here's why Ohio State football DB Caleb Downs decided to leave Alabama and transfer to the Buckeyes this offseason:
Caleb Downs, Ohio State getting all they wanted from last year’s splashiest non-QB transfer
The star safety transfer found a perfect fit in the national title-hunting Buckeyes after entering the portal after Nick Saban's retirement.
Former Alabama Star Caleb Downs Talks Departure, Didn't See Saban's Retirement Coming
For Georgia native and former star Alabama safety Caleb Downs, Monday night's national title game in Atlanta is a big one.
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Ryan Day looks back on Caleb Downs recruitment after Nick Saban retirement
Ryan Day knew Caleb Downs had everything it took to become a special player at the collegiate level, and when the stars ...
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Caleb Downs’ father explains why DB ‘adored’ Nick Saban during time with Alabama
Caleb Downs decided to transfer from Alabama football to Ohio State following Nick Saban deciding to retire from coaching ...
Ex-Alabama football players share memories of Nick Saban’s retirement announcement
Former Alabama football players preparing for the national championship with Notre Dame and Ohio State remembered hearing the news of Nick Saban's retirement.
Suwanne native, Ohio State defensive lineman surprises childhood teachers ahead of National Championship game
Kayden McDonald and Caleb Downs were childhood friends and classmates. McDonald surprises their childhood teachers with the ...
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Ohio State Star Caleb Downs Makes History With Record-Breaking NIL Deal
As anticipation builds for the College Football Playoff National Championship on Jan. 20, Ohio State Buckeyes standout safety Caleb Downs has secured a groundbreaking NIL partnership. A finalist for ...