The NFL combine has changed quite a bit since its inception in 1982. Over the years, there have been incredible displays of athletic ability that have impressed the league, coaches, GMs, and football betting fans across the world.
This year, the NFL has plans to alter the look of the combine due to the coronavirus pandemic. Typically held in Indianapolis, the 2021 modified combine will take place at on-campus pro days, with unified league officials recording results. All interviews and psychological testing will take place virtually.
Bo Jackson was said to have recorded one of the fastest 40-yard times of all-time, which clocked in at 4.12. A mind-blowing number that lives historically in NFL folklore. Jackson’s 40-yard time was before the NFL began electronic timing in 1999, leaving online sports betting experts to question the validity of his time.
Today, athletes compete in seven specific drills to go along with multiple interviews, injury evaluations, physical measurements, drug screening, and cognitive assessments.
Let’s take a look at some of the best performances in the NFL combine. These all-around displays of athleticism are measured with the 40-yard dash, bench press, vertical jump, 20-yard shuttle, and 3-cone drill.
| Name | Year | 40-Yard Dash | Bench Press | Vertical Jump | Broad Jump | 20-Yard Shuttle | 3-Cone Drill | |
| 1. | J.J. Watt | 2011 | 4.91 | 34 | 37” | 10’ | 4.21 | 6.88 |
| 2. | Darrius Heyward-Bey | 2009 | 4.25 | 16 | 38.5 | 10’5” | 4.18 | 6.80 |
| 3. | Julio Jones | 2011 | 4.34 | 17 | 38.5” | 11’2” | 4.25 | 6.66 |
| 4. | Gerald Sensabaugh | 2005 | 4.48 | 17 | 46” | 9’4” | 3.98 | 6.80 |
| 5. | John Ross | 2017 | 4.22 | - | 37” | - | 4.33 | |
| 6. | Dominique Rodgers | 2008 | 4.36 | 17 | 38.5” | 10’9” | 4.17 | 6.74 |
| 7. | Vernon Davis | 2006 | 4.38 | 33 | 42” | 10’8” | 4.17 | 7.00 |
| 8. | Mike Mamula | 1995 | 4.58 | 26 | 38.5” | 10’4” | 4.03 | - |
| 9. | Bruce Irvin | 2012 | 4.41 | 23 | 33.5” | 10’2 | 4.03 | 6.70 |
| 10. | David Pollack | 2005 | 4.81 | 25 | 37” | 9’8” | 3.90 | 6.86 |
| 11. | Jordan Thomas | 2018 | 4.64 | 4 | 38” | 10’3” | 3.94 | 6.28 |
| 12. | Mario Williams | 2006 | 4.75 | 25 | 34” | 9’2” | 4.54 | 7.49 |
| 13. | Trent Williams | 2010 | 4.81 | 23 | 34’5” | 9’4” | 4.63 | 7.64 |
| 14. | Dontari Poe | 2012 | 4.89 | 44 | 29.5” | 8’7” | 4.56 | 7.90 |
| 15. | Vernon Gholston | 2008 | 4.68 | 37 | 35.5” | 10.5” | 4.40 | 7.12 |
| 16. | Justin Ernest | 1999 | 4.79 | 51 | 31” | 9’4 | 4.24 | 7.37 |
| 17. | Jason Allen | 2006 | 4.41 | 17 | 39.5” | 10’9 | 3.81 | 6.75 |
| 18. | Byron Jones | 2015 | 4.49 | - | 44.5” | 12’3” | 3.94 | 6.78 |
| 19. | Adrian Peterson | 2007 | 4.41 | 16 | 38.5” | - | 4.40 | 7.09 |
| 20. | Kevin Kesper | 2001 | 4.44 | - | 43.5” | - | 3.73 | 6.56 |
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