2026 NFL Draft Safety Rankings | Could 3 Go in Round 1?

Could we really see THREE safeties go in Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft?This class is strong enough to make it happen.In this episode, we break down our Top 5 safety rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft and explore one of the most intriguing position groups in the class.There’s a real conversation about whether three safeties could be selected in the first round — something we rarely see.At the top, Caleb Downs continues to set the standard, but how far ahead is he from the rest of the group?We discuss:• Whether three safeties could go in Round 1 • Caleb Downs and his place in the class • The depth of the position • The Day 2 cluster and key names to watch • How this group compares to recent classesIf you’re building your 2026 draft board, this episode gives you a clear view of where the safety class stands.Timestamps00:00 - Intro02:10 - Zakee Wheatley07:14 - AJ Haulcy12:20 - Emmanuel McNeil-Warren17:20 - Dillon Thieneman23:03 - Caleb Downs30:34 - Traits v ProductionArticle Link: https://thetouchdown.co.uk/2026-nfl-draft-elite-talent-vs-positional-value/