The 2024 NFL Combine delivered thrilling performances, highlighted by Xavier Worthy, a wide receiver from Texas, setting a new 40-yard dash record at 4.21 seconds. This achievement surpassed John Ross’s 2017 record of 4.22 seconds. Worthy’s explosive speed earned him selection by the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL draft, showcasing his potential to make an immediate impact in professional football.
Byron Jones, a cornerback from Connecticut, continues to hold the record for the broad jump with an incredible 147 inches, achieved in 2015. His leap not only shattered the combined record by eight inches but also set a world record. Drafted by the Dallas Cowboys, Jones has had a successful seven-season NFL career, demonstrating his athleticism and versatility on the field.
The vertical jump record remains with Gerald Sensabaugh, a safety from North Carolina, who soared 46 inches in 2005. This remarkable feat edged out other top performances, including Byron Jones, who came close in 2015. Sensabaugh was drafted in the fifth round by the Jacksonville Jaguars and enjoyed an eight-season NFL career, cementing his legacy as one of the most athletic players in combined history.
Jordan Thomas, a cornerback from Oklahoma, showcased his agility in 2018 by setting the record for the 3-cone drill with a time of 6.28 seconds. His performance obliterated the previous record of 6.42 seconds, highlighting his quickness and precision. Drafted by the Houston Texans in the sixth round, Thomas played three seasons in the NFL and continues to compete in the UFL.
Stephen Paea’s 2011 bench press record of 49 reps of 225 pounds stands as a testament to his unparalleled strength. The Oregon State defensive tackle’s dominance earned him a second-round draft pick by the Chicago Bears, and he played seven seasons in the NFL. Meanwhile, Dunta Robinson’s 20-yard shuttle record of 3.75 seconds, set in 2004, remains unbeaten. A top-tier athlete drafted by the Houston Texans, Robinson excelled for a decade in the league, solidifying his reputation as one of the combine’s elite performers.
