{"id":852978,"date":"2026-04-04T09:41:55","date_gmt":"2026-04-04T09:41:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/852978\/"},"modified":"2026-04-04T09:41:55","modified_gmt":"2026-04-04T09:41:55","slug":"steelers-2026-nfl-draft-scouting-report-dt-caleb-banks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/852978\/","title":{"rendered":"Steelers 2026 NFL Draft scouting report: DT Caleb Banks"},"content":{"rendered":"

Heading into the 2026 NFL Draft<\/a>, the Pittsburgh Steelers<\/a> could once again look to shore up their defensive line early, and one second-to-third round prospect would be an ideal fit.<\/p>\n

Look no further than Florida Gators defensive tackle Caleb Banks<\/a>, a massive and versatile prospect who could be available when the Steelers<\/a> make their selections on Day 2-3.<\/p>\n

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Here is a look at Banks’ scouting report, which contains his bio, strengths, concerns, stats, and highlights.<\/p>\n

Caleb Banks, DT, Florida<\/p>\n

40-yard dash: 5.04 seconds<\/p>\n

Projection: Mid-second round<\/p>\n

Strengths<\/p>\n

Excellent use of long arms (35″) to defeat blocks<\/p>\n

Great first-step quickness for his size<\/p>\n

Versatility to play across the defensive line<\/p>\n

Concerns<\/p>\n

Injury concerns (fractured foot in 2025 and at the NFL combine)<\/p>\n

Pass-rush move repertoire needs improvement<\/p>\n

Stats<\/p>\n

2022: Two combined tackles, one tackle for loss, one sack, one forced fumble<\/p>\n

2023: 19 combined tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, zero sacks, zero forced fumbles<\/p>\n

2024: 21 combined tackles, seven tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, two forced fumbles<\/p>\n

2025: Six combined tackles, one tackle for loss, zero sacks, zero forced fumbles<\/p>\n

Highlights<\/p>\n

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