The NFL Combine is one of the most highly anticipated events in the sports calendar, with the latest crop of NFL hopefuls putting their skills to the test in front of a packed audience of coaches, scouts, and fans. As the 2026 Combine gets underway, one of the standout groups has been the defensive backs and tight ends, who have been impressing with their speed and agility during their respective workouts.
DB Workouts Steal the Show
Defensive backs have long been a key component of NFL teams, and this year's crop has certainly not disappointed. Players such as Clemson's Cam Smith and Washington's Trenton Sawyer have been turning heads with their lightning-quick speed and agility, with Sawyer posting a blistering 4.42 second 40-yard dash time.
Smith, meanwhile, has been impressive in the drills, showcasing his ability to change direction quickly and accelerate to full speed in a matter of seconds. The Clemson product has been widely regarded as one of the top defensive back prospects in the class, and his Combine performance will only serve to further bolster his draft stock.
TEs Show Off Their Skills
While the defensive backs have undoubtedly been the stars of the show so far, the tight ends have also been impressing with their athleticism and skill. Players such as Alabama's Jahleel Billups and USC's Bryson Williams have been showcasing their ability to create separation from defenders and make difficult catches in traffic.
Billups, in particular, has been standing out, with his combination of speed, power, and agility making him a nightmare for defenders to cover. The Alabama product has been widely regarded as one of the top tight end prospects in the class, and his Combine performance will only serve to further cement his status as a top-five pick.
40-Yard Dash Times Released
The 40-yard dash is always one of the most highly anticipated events at the NFL Combine, and this year's crop has certainly not disappointed. Players such as LSU's Derek Stingley and Georgia's Eric Stokes have been posting impressive times, with Stingley clocking in at a blistering 4.35 seconds.
Stokes, meanwhile, has been showing off his speed and agility, with a 4.38 second 40-yard dash time that has left scouts and coaches beaming with excitement. The Georgia product has been widely regarded as one of the top cornerbacks in the class, and his Combine performance will only serve to further bolster his draft stock.
As the NFL Combine continues, fans and scouts alike will be eagerly watching to see which players can continue to impress and rise to the top of the draft boards. With so much talent on display, it's hard to predict who will emerge as the top prospect, but one thing is for sure - the class of 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory.