Caleb Downs & Dillon Thieneman BATTLE for the SAF1 CROWN of 2026 NFL Draft | Summer Scouting

Top safety prospects for the 2026 NFL Draft take center stage. Will Ohio State's star defender Caleb Downs solidify his draft stock?Damian Parson and Keith Sanchez break down the game-changing potential of Downs, Dillon Thieneman, and Michael Taaffe. The duo analyzes each player's strengths, from Downs' versatility to Thinnerman's tight-end-erasing abilities and Taaffe's journey from walk-on to starter for the Texas Longhorns. Key topics include the impact of defensive schemes on safety play and comparisons to NFL stars such as Jamal Adams and Harrison Smith.Don't miss this in-depth look at the future of NFL secondaries. Can these prospects reshape defensive strategies at the next level?0:00 Intro:1:41 Caleb Downs, top safety prospect5:07 Jamal Adams comparison for Caleb Downs12:03 Dylan Thieneman: From Purdue to Oregon14:46 Dylan Thieneman's opportunity in the spotlight20:30 Michael Taaffe: Former walk-on to starter24:58 Texas defense and Michael Taaffe's potential29:13 Outro: Preview of next episodeSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuelRight now, new customers can get $150 in BONUS BETS when your first $5 BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNFL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnfl for 50% off your first year. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.