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Alabama Crimson’s Caleb Downs was ranked as one of the top players in the 2023 college football recruiting class and considered the nation’s No. 1 safety prospect
But did you know that Caleb is not the only sports personality in his family?
It turns out sporting ability runs in the NFL player’s blood, as Caleb is the son of former running back at NC State, Gary Downs.
His uncle Donald André Bly is also a former NFL player and was drafted in the 1999 NFL Draft by the St. Louis Rams.
Join ghlinks.com.gh as we look into everything you need to know about Caleb Downs parents.
Who are Caleb Downs parents?
Caleb Downs was born on August 12, 2001 to Tanya & Gary Downs.
Tanya & Gary Downs have three children Joshua, Kameron and Caleb Downs.
Caleb Downs mother: Who is Tanya Shorter Downs?
Caleb Downs’ mother, Tanya Shorter Downs, is a proud alumna of North Carolina State University.
She works at Gwinnett County Public Schools.
Caleb Downs father: Who is Gary Downs?
Caleb Downs’ father, Gary Downs, was a standout running back for North Carolina State University in the early 1990s.
His impressive college career led him to be drafted by the New York Giants in the third round (95th overall) of the 1994 NFL Draft.
Gary went on to play seven seasons in the NFL, showcasing his talents with the Giants, Denver Broncos, and Atlanta Falcons.
Gary Downs currently serves as the National Recruiting Director at Born To Compete, a renowned sports training and development organization.
Prior to this role, he held the position of Recruiting Coordinator and Running Backs Coach at East Tennessee State University.
Caleb Downs siblings
Caleb’s older brother, Joshua Downs, is a receiver at North Carolina and was a four-star prospect in the 2020 recruiting cycle.
His older sister, Kameron Downs, saw playing time in all four years of her career for the Kennesaw State women’s soccer team.
