Unbelievable! Caleb Downs to Exit Alabama – Is Georgia the Next Stop?

Alabama's star safety, Caleb Downs, plans to enter the transfer portal, with Georgia as the front-runner to snag him.

Downs was SEC Freshman of the Year and a standout defensive back for Alabama in the College Football Playoff.

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Coach Nick Saban's retirement opened a 30-day window for Alabama players to transfer, impacting the program.

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Rated a five-star prospect, Downs had an incredible season with 107 tackles and two interceptions.

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His Pro Football Focus coverage grade was the best among safeties in the conference.

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Downs' connection with Travaris Robinson, now at Georgia, makes the Bulldogs a natural choice.

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Georgia's proximity to his hometown and a vacancy left by a draft declaration make it even more appealing.

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Ohio State could be another potential destination if Georgia doesn't work out.

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Alabama's secondary is losing key players amid coaching changes, leaving the 2024 season uncertain.

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