Conor Laverty: 'Those former 20s are probably a wee bit different in terms of mindset'

Down give the impression of a group that could actually compete in the All-Ireland SFC in 2025.

CHAMPIONS: The Down captain Pierce Laverty and his team mates with the Tailteann Cup. Picture: Ray McManus/Sportsfile

Tailteann Cup final: Down 0-14 Laois 2-6

A startling statistic emerged before Down's National Football League Division 3 final against Westmeath in April.