Vikings use first-round pick on Florida DT Caleb Banks, who broke his foot before the combine

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings selected Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks with the 18th pick in the first round of the NFL draft on Thursday night, adding some interior bulk and athleticism with a raw prospect whose recent injury likely pushed him down the board.

Caleb Banks overcomes odds, injury concerns to be NFL first-round pick

Florida DT Caleb Banks overcomes injury concerns to go No. 18 to Minnesota, becoming UF’s sixth first-round pick in seven years.

Minnesota Vikings take defensive lineman Caleb Banks in 1st round of 2026 NFL draft

The Minnesota Vikings selected defensive lineman Caleb Banks in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft at pick No. 18.

Caleb Lomu to Patriots After Bills Trade, Fans React to OT for Drake Maye After Will Campbell Buzz

The team selected Utah offensive tackle Caleb Lomu with the No. 28 overall pick at the first round of Thursday's NFL draft, trading up with the Buffalo Bills to do so.

Utah’s Caleb Lomu selected by New England Patriots with 28th overall pick, making first-round history for Utes

Lomu was the second Utah player taken in Thursday’s first round of the NFL draft, the first time two Utes have been first-round picks in the same year

Cowboys address defense twice in Round 1, landing safety Caleb Downs and edge rusher Malachi Lawrence

Dallas hasn't held two opening‑round picks in more than a decade.

Caleb Downs credits Army veteran grandfather for helping shape his path to the NFL ahead of draft

Ohio State safety Caleb Downs discussed how his grandfather, a 23-year Army veteran, instilled discipline that shaped an NFL family dynasty.

NY Giants draft rumors 2026: Caleb Downs is officially mock drafters’ top choice for NY

Downs is the choice at No. 5 in 16 of 55 mock drafts (29.6%). Styles is the choice 12 times (22.2%). Running back Jeremiyah Love is the choice 10 times (18.5%). Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson is the choice six times (11.1%).