Devante Downs

Devante Downs is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League. He played college football for the California Golden Bears.

Professional career

Minnesota Vikings

Downs was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the seventh round of the 2018 NFL draft. He finished his rookie year with two tackles.
On August 31, 2019, Downs was waived by the Vikings and was signed to the practice squad the next day. He was promoted to the active roster on September 14, 2019. He was waived on September 24, 2019.

New York Giants

On October 1, 2019, Downs was signed to the New York Giants practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on October 22, 2019.
In Week 1 of the 2020 season against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday Night Football, Downs recovered a muffed punt by Diontae Johnson during the 26–16 loss.
Downs re-signed with the Giants on March 24, 2021. He was waived on August 31, 2021.