The NFL Combine is where most top-rated college football players looking to take the next step to the NFL come together and perform various drills and tests before the NFL Draft takes place. According to CBS Sports, the 2025 NFL Combine will be held from February 24 to March 3.
On-field workouts start at 3 p.m. ET on February 27 for defensive linemen and linebackers, February 28 for defensive backs and tight ends, and at 1 p.m. ET on March 1 for quarterbacks, wide receivers, and running backs. Offensive linemen will work out on March 2-3 at 1 p.m. ET. The event will be broadcast on NFL Network and streamed on fuboTV.
NFL Combine Records
Let us now take a look at the top scores in all the NFL Combine drills up to February 2025. However, it is worth noting that the NFL does not keep official records of the NFL Combine and therefore the database available on the official NFL website dates back to only 2006. Therefore, all records mentioned below are from 2006 onwards.
40-yard dash record
The NFL Combine 40-yard dash is used to test the speed and acceleration of players. This test is most useful for studying wide receivers, defensive backs, and running backs as these positions require speed.
According to USA Today, the following are the 10 best times set for a 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine.
| Rank | Time (seconds) | Name | Year | Position | College |
| 1 | 4.21 | Xavier Worthy | 2024 | WR | Texas |
| 2 | 4.22 | John Ross | 2017 | WR | Washington |
| 3 | 4.23 | Kalon Barnes | 2022 | CB | Baylor |
| 4 | 4.24 | Chris Johnson | 2008 | RB | East Carolina |
| 5 | 4.26 | DJ Turner II | 2023 | CB | Michigan |
| 6 | 4.26 | Woolen, Tariq | 2022 | CB | UTSA |
| 7 | 4.26 | Dri Archer | 2014 | RB | Kent State |
| 8 | 4.27 | Henry Ruggs III | 2020 | WR | Alabama |
| 9 | 4.27 | Marquise Goodwin | 2013 | WR | Texas |
| 10 | 4.28 | Tyquan Thornton | 2022 | WR | Baylor |
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NFL Combine bench press record
The bench press at the NFL Combine is set at 225 pounds with players performing the most reps being ranked the highest.
The following are the 10 best repetitions set for the bench press at the NFL Combine (via USA Today).
| Rank | Reps | Name | Year | Position | College |
| 1 | 49 | Stephen Paea | 2011 | DT | Oregon State |
| 2 | 45 | Mitch Petrus | 2010 | OL | Arkansas |
| 3 | 45 | Mike Kudla | 2006 | DL | Ohio State |
| 4 | 44 | Netane Muti | 2020 | G | Fresno State |
| 5 | 44 | Dontari Poe | 2012 | DT | Memphis |
| 6 | 44 | Jeff Owens | 2010 | DT | Georgia |
| 7 | 42 | Harrison Phillips | 2018 | DT | Stanford |
| 8 | 42 | Russell Bodine | 2014 | C | North Carolina |
| 9 | 42 | Tank Tyler | 2007 | DL | N.C. State |
| 10 | 41 | Vita Vea | 2018 | DT | Washington |
| 11 | 41 | David Molk | 2012 | C | Michigan |
| 12 | 41 | Terna Nande | 2006 | LB | Miami (OH) |
NFL Combine vertical jump record
The NFL Combine vertical jump is a drill that measures the vertical height ability of players. This drill is mostly targeted toward the wide receivers and the defensive backs as they are always leaping for catches or pass breakups.
The following are the best records set for the vertical jump at the NFL Combine (via Pro Football Network)
| Rank | Height (inches) | Name | Year | Position | College |
| 1 | 45 | Chris Conley | 2015 | WR | Georgia |
| 2 | 45 | Donald Washington | 2009 | CB | Ohio State |
| 3 | 44.5 | Donovan Peoples-Jones | 2020 | WR | Michigan |
| 4 | 44.5 | Byron Jones | 2015 | DB | Connecticut |
| 5 | 44 | Juan Thornhill | 2019 | S | Virginia |
| 6 | 44 | Obi Melifonwu | 2017 | S | Connecticut |
| 7 | 44 | A. J. Jefferson | 2010 | CB | Fresno State |
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Broad jump NFL Combine record
The NFL Combine broad jump, also known as the standing jump, is used to measure athletes' explosive leg power and lower body strength.
The following are the 5 best records set for the broad jump at the NFL Combine (via Pro Football Network)
| Rank | Distance (ft/in) | Name | Year | Position | College |
| 1 | 12' 3" (3.73 m) | Byron Jones | 2015 | DB | Connecticut |
| 2 | 11' 9" (3.58 m) | Emanuel Hall | 2019 | WR | Missouri |
| 3 | 11' 9" (3.58 m) | Juan Thornhill | 2019 | S | Virginia |
| 4 | 11' 9" (3.58 m) | Obi Melifonwu | 2017 | S | Connecticut |
| 5 | 11' 8" (3.56 m) | Miles Boykin | 2019 | WR | Notre Dame |
NFL Combine 3-cone record
The NFL Combine 3-cone drill, also known as the L drill is an interesting way of measuring the athletes' agility, change of direction, and balance. This drill consists of 5-yard short sprints and the total distance covered is 30 yards.
The following are the best records set for the 3-cone drill at the NFL Combine (via Pro Football Network)
| Rank | Time (seconds) | Name | Year | Position | College |
| 1 | 6.28 | Jordan Thomas | 2018 | CB | Oklahoma |
| 2 | 6.42 | Jeff Maehl | 2011 | WR | Oregon |
| 3 | 6.44 | Buster Skrine | 2011 | DB | Tennessee-Chattanooga |
| 4 | 6.45 | David Long | 2019 | DB | Michigan |
| 5 | 6.45 | Scott Long | 2010 | WR | Louisville |
NFL Combine 20-yard shuttle record
The NFL Combine 20-yard shuttle is also referred to as the short shuttle and it is another test that determines the quickness and change-of-direction ability of players. While it is not regarded as highly as the 40-yard dash, it is still an important part of the event.
The following are the best records set for the 20-yard shuttle at the NFL Combine (via Pro Football Network)
| Rank | Time (seconds) | Name | Year | Position | College |
| 1 | 3.81 | Brandin Cooks | 2014 | WR | Oregon State |
| 2 | 3.81 | Jason Allen | 2006 | CB | Tennessee |
| 3 | 3.82 | Bobby McCain | 2015 | CB | Memphis |
| 4 | 3.84 | B.W. Webb | 2013 | CB | William & Mary |
| 5 | 3.85 | Justin Simmons | 2016 | FS | Boston College |
| 6 | 3.85 | Desmond Trufant | 2013 | CB | Washington |
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FAQs on NFL Combine Records
A. The bench press weight at the NFL Combine is 225 pounds.
A. The physical drills at the NFL Combine are the 40-yard dash, bench press, 3-cone drill, vertical jump, broad jump, and the 20-yard shuttle.
A. Xavier Worthy set a new 40-yard dash record at the 2024 NFL Combine, finishing in 4.21 seconds.
A. Stephen Paea holds the official NFL Combine bench press record with 49 reps which he set in 2011.
