NFL Combine 2026: Blazing Speeds, Injury Concerns

0:00On March 1st, the 2026 NFL scouting combine kicked off with a flurry of 40-yard dash times that had scouts buzzing. Mississippi State-wide receiver Brennan Thompson blazed the fastest at 4.26 seconds, while Oregon's safety, Dylan Thineman clocked four. 0.35, and Georgia cornerback Dalyne Everett hit 4.38 earlier this week. Clemson-wide receiver Antonio Williams ran 4.41, matching Arizona's safety Dalton Johnson's mark as prospects from. Across college football, pushed their limits in Indianapolis. Fans and analysts lit up social media with reactions, especially after Auburn guard Dylan Wade pulled up injured at the end of his 5.0. 2. Run sparking concerns about his draft stock. Lyman like Iowa's Gennings Dunker at 5.18 drew the usual chuckles for their size over speed. Quarterback showed solid athleticism, too, with Baylor Sawyer Robertson at 4.64 and Illinois's Luke Altmeyer at 4.72.

1:02While defensive tackles like NC State's Brandon Cleveland, labor to 5.12. These early numbers set the stage for more drills ahead, giving teams plenty to chew on as the draft picture sharpens.