... All prospects and 40 times courtesy of NFL.com. Michael Conroy/Associated Press. Being a good blocker used to be enough, but tight ends are now integral pass-catchers who are expected to run as well as many wide receivers.Having an athletic, field-stretching tight end can add another dimension to an offense, so the tight ends running at the combine have a golden opportunity to shake up the draft.North Carolina's Eric Ebron did that by running a 4.60, although his day was cut short after pulling his hamstring in his second attempt, per Bleacher Report's Dan Hope via NFL.com:Even so, it was a great performance that likely improved Ebron's stock considerably.Kickers, punters and long snappers aren't asked to run 40 yards down the field too often, but it does happen on occasion. With that in mind, the 40-yard dash is the marquee workout at the NFL Scouting Combine on a yearly basis.Many players have improved their draft stock significantly with blazing-fast dashes over the years, while just as many have seen their value plummet with poor times.With on-field workouts beginning on Feb. 22, the bulk of the talk surrounding the combine will undoubtedly focus on 40 times in the coming days.There are even some interesting 40-yard dash subplots worth tracking, including Adidas' promise that the fastest runner wearing Adidas products will win a cool $100,000, according to,The 40-yard dash is so important that many of the prospects go through special training regimens to shave time off their runs. Big defensive tackles, on the other hand, don't need to be as fast as they are quick.Even so, the 40-yard dash times are a nice barometer of athleticism and explosiveness. Strength and conditioning coach Ryan Flaherty is an expert in that area, and while he admits that the 40 isn't the be-all, end-all, he fully understands what a good 40 time means to these prospects, per.The safety position is one of the most vital to an NFL defense. Featured Columnist February 24, 2014 Comments. Whether it’s playing a role in coverage or jumping up to stop the run, these defenders have to be fast and strong.Here is how the best safeties in the nation handled the combine’s 40-yard dash:The defensive backs are always one of the main focuses of franchise across the league due to the high volume of passing plays in the NFL.With stars like Oklahoma State’s Justin Gilbert and TCU’s Jason Verrett getting their first chance to show what skills they possess, here is how all the DBs 40-yard dash times shook out:In a pass happy league like the NFL, the serious need for elite outside linebackers has a premium on players at that position.Add in the necessity for reliable run stoppers that can clog the middle and drop into coverage when needed, and there is a major focus from scouts on this position group.This is how Buffalo’s Khalil Mack, UCLA’s Anthony Barr and the rest of the linebackers performed:NFL football is won and lost in the trenches, and there is a serious focus from scouts across the league on the 40-yard dash times from the defensive linemen.While there are several big names who hit the field on Monday, few have the fanfare surrounding them that South Carolina Gamecocks defensive end Jadeveon Clowney has with his lofty expectations.Here is how Clowney and the other D-Linemen performed:It's fair to say that speed isn't necessarily a prerequisite when it comes to being a great NFL offensive lineman. "It's kind of a dog-and-pony show. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated.
"Every team is going to be there to watch these guys work out and to see how fast they can run and how high they can jump," Flaherty said. Safeties . There will always be room for guys like.Dual-threat quarterbacks such as Johnny Manziel, Blake Bortles and Teddy Bridgewater are expected to be taken among the top 10 selections in the NFL draft, and their respective 40 times could be a deciding factor since they are so close in other areas.Although the emphasis on running backs in the NFL draft has waned in recent years, great running backs are still of the utmost importance in the NFL. Each week we will post an artist's work based on our NFL social channels to shine light on the work and the artist. "I'm going to break the record," Archer said. NFL Combine's fastest 40-yard dash times Is scoring a strong time in the 40-yard dash an indicator of greatness? Take a look at the top 10 photos of the week.From game-winning field goals to overtime wins, check out these moments and more in the best images from Week 2!NFL Artist Replay is an initiative created to amplify the work and voices of BIPOC artist around the world. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. NFL Combine 2014 Results: Tracking Every 40-Yard Dash Time. Being a big hitter is nice, but it can be argued that speed is even more important for NFL safeties these days.There aren't many highly touted safeties in the 2014 class, but perhaps a few can change that by tearing it up in the 40. Feb 23, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Clemson Tigers wide receiver Sammy Watkins runs the 40 yard dash during the 2014 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Most players don't need straight-line speed 40 yards down the field, but wide receivers run routes that require it routinely. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Kickers and punters are the last line of defense on returns, so they do need at least a little bit of athleticism.Also, some NFL long snappers are fantastic in kick coverage, so running a solid 40 could get the attention of scouts. NFL NFL Combine 2014: Day 5 Results, 40 Times and Recap Timothy Rapp @ @TRappaRT. No backs were taken in the first round last year, and it is entirely possible that the same will be true this year; however, those taken in the second and third round will be viewed as key players.Kent State running back Dri Archer is hoping to improve his stock, and he intends to make some noise in the 40, according to.NFL running backs have such a short shelf life that teams are looking for explosive, dynamic players whom they can ride from day one, and running well in the 40-yard dash could potentially lead to a starting job immediately.Perhaps no position relates to the 40-yard dash better than wide receiver.
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