# Cowboys Veterans Are Giving Caleb Downs a Rookie Reality Check

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Podcast: [DLLS Dallas Cowboys Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dlls-dallas-cowboys-podcast-7398516)
Published: 2026-06-09T13:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Clarence Hill discusses rookie safety Caleb Downs and the growing pains that come with transitioning to the NFL. After several competitive practices against veteran Dallas Cowboys players, Downs has experienced some classic "welcome to the NFL" moments that remind everyone just how difficult the jump from college football can be. Hill explains why Cowboys fans should remain patient with Downs, emphasizing that despite his talent and expectations, he is still a rookie learning the speed, physicality, and complexity of the NFL game. How concerned should fans be? Is this simply part of the learning process for one of Dallas' most exciting young players? Clarence Hill breaks down what he's seen from Caleb Downs and why perspective matters during rookie development. #DallasCowboys #Cowboys #CalebDowns #ClarenceHill #NFL #CowboysNation #DallasCowboysNews #NFLRookies #CowboysTrainingCamp Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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