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AI Evaluates Caleb Downs, 'He's Just Not That Fast' Compared to Other Top NFL Safety Prospects
- AI evaluation questions Caleb Downs’ speed, noting it may lag behind other top safeties in the 2026 class.
- ESPN's Seifert referenced an AI assessment as part of teams’ evolving evaluation tools.
- Downs is described as not a burner on tape, with no official 40 time from the combine.
- Bleacher Report's NFL scouting department ranks Downs as the No. 1 overall prospect in the 2026 class.
- AI may influence how teams optimize Downs, even if initial interest remains.
- Downs is projected to be a high pick, with speculation around the New York Giants selecting him early.
- The piece connects AI discussions to broader trends in NFL talent evaluation.
- Downs’ college career produced huge numbers against elite competition, despite concerns about speed.
- The article notes Downs did not run at the combine, leaving a gap in official data.
- TeamWorks’ Karim Kassam comments on AI's role in evaluating players like Downs.
- Downs remains highly regarded by scouts despite AI-derived speed concerns.
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