Caleb Downs: Cowboys' Rookie Safety Shining in Minicamp

On May 3rd, the Dallas Cowboys kicked off Ricky Minicamp this weekend, and all eyes are on safety Caleb Downs.

They're 11th overall pick from Ohio. State.

This guy is feeling key gaps in the defense, bringing smarts and versatility that the team's been craving.

Teammates are already buzzing about him.

Ricky cornerback Devon Moore from Florida says, Downs is snapping into multiple spots in the secondary like he's been there forever with the whole.

Playbook locked in his head.

Nick Saban, who coached Downs early at Alabama, can't say enough good things.

He calls him a top competitor with killer instincts.

Great in the box, deep coverage, and man to man, plus a standout character guy who leveled up even.

Moore at Ohio State.

The Cowboys broke their own pattern here.

Grabbing a safety this high for the first time since Roy Williams back in 2002 at 8th.

Overall.

Williams was a five time pro bowler and all pro, but Downs brings even more polish against the run and in coverage.

Early signs point to Downs being the defensive boost Dallas needs.

Already turning heads and setting the tone for what's next in camp.