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nfl combine — Feb 28, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; The NFL Network logo on the field at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

nfl combine — Feb 28, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; The NFL Network logo on the field at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Top 5 Greatest NFL Combine Performances

Here, we're ranking the five best individual NFL Combine performances of all time

February 26, 2025 | 11:00 AM EST

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Jan 1, 2018; Atlanta, GA, USA; Auburn Tigers quarterback Jarrett Stidham (8) is sacked by Central Florida Knights linebacker Shaquem Griffin (18) in the second quarter in the 2018 Peach Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Shaquem Griffin’s 2018 Combine performance is among the most inspiring and impressive displays in NFL history. Despite having his left hand amputated at the age of 4, the UCF Knights defender overcame all the odds to play football and showcased remarkable athleticism that defied expectations at the 2018 NFL Combine. It led to some of the most amazing and passionate testing we have ever seen. The linebacker recorded a 4.38-second 40-yard dash, the quickest at his position since 2003. More impressively, he also recorded 20 reps on the bench press without his left hand. This truly moving story will live long in the memory of the storied NFL Draft showcase.

Dec 30, 2017; Glendale, AZ, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions running back Saquon Barkley (26) against the Washington Huskies in the 2017 Fiesta Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Barkley’s 2018 performance at the NFL Combine is one of the most complete displays of athleticism ever. There were never any doubts that the Penn State rusher was a stud, but his 4.4-second 40-yard dash was quicker than return specialist Devin Hester (4.43), his 29 reps on the bench press were more than offensive lineman Joe Thomas (28), and his 41” vertical jump was higher than Julio Jones (38 ½”).

Bo Jackson stands as one of the greatest athletes to ever enter the NFL Draft, with his performance at the NFL Combine showcasing just how extraordinary the two-sport star was. A standout in both football and baseball, Jackson was selected first overall in the 1986 NFL Draft and made an unforgettable impression during preseason testing. The second-ever NFL Combine, held in New Orleans and known initially as the National Invitational Camp, was canceled due to multiple opt-outs, forcing the testing to occur at individual Pro Days. This shift led to one of the NFL’s greatest mysteries. At his Pro Day, Jackson was clocked by several scouts running a 4.12-second 40-yard dash. A time that would be the fastest ever recorded for the NFL Combine. However, since the 1980s saw only hand-timed runs, the accuracy of this record is still hotly debated.

Dec 1, 1991; Atlanta, GA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Atlanta Falcons defensive back Deion Sanders (21) in action against the Green Bay Packers at Fulton County Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports
Deion Sanders is celebrated for his incredible speed and vibrant Prime Time persona, which is highlighted by his remarkable NFL Combine performance in 1989. He completed the 40-yard dash in just 4.28 seconds, a record that still plays in highlight reels today. After his second attempt, the Florida State Seminole dashed off, left the facility in a waiting limo, and returned to his hotel. In another story, Sanders recounted a conversation with the New York Giants, which he shared on the NFL Network. He said, "They sat me down and handed me a thick book. I asked, 'What’s this?' They replied, 'This is the test we give all the players.' I responded, 'Excuse me, what pick do you have in the draft?' They said, '10th pick.' I told them, 'I’ll be gone before then, and I don’t have time for this.' And I left."

Aug 27, 2005; College Park, MD, USA; Maryland Terrapins tight end Vernon Davis portrait session projected to be a high draft pick in this years NFL draft . Davis completed the 40-yard dash in 4.3 seconds at the NFL combine. Mandatory Credit: Pouya Dianat-USA TODAY Sports Copyright © 2005 Pouya Dianat

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