Cowboys' Prescott Raves About Rookie Downs' Confidence

Dak Prescott has praised rookie Caleb Downs, describing the Cowboys' first-round pick as having 'contagious' confidence. Prescott highlighted how professional, calm, and confident Downs appears, noting that this demeanor helps him speak up and lead effectively. The No. 11 selection in the 2026 NFL Draft is a consensus five-star recruit who played for Alabama before transferring to Ohio State, where he won a national championship and earned Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year honors in 2025. extract-html.com

Downs, a two-time All-American with two interceptions in each collegiate season, was one of two first-round picks for the Cowboys, who also selected Malachi Lawrence with pick No. 23. Prescott, entering his 11th season with Dallas, believes Downs' humble approach will help him earn veterans' trust and respect in the locker room.