The NFL Scouting Combine wrapped up on Sunday, and more than 300 prospects from this year's draft class left Indianapolis after participating in on-field drills, team personnel interviews and physical evaluations.
As the build up to the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh in late April continues, here is a look at prospects who delivered noteworthy performances that could elevate their stock.
LB Sonny Styles, Ohio State
Styles entered the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine as a highly touted prospect projected to be selected in the first round, but a dominant showing in Indianapolis elevated his stock even further. The 6-5, 244-pound linebacker became the first player more than 230 pounds to run a sub-4.5-second 40-yard dash (4.46), record a 40-plus inch vertical leap (43.5) and post a broad jump mark of 11-plus feet (11-2). Styles played safety during his first two seasons at Ohio State before switching to linebacker, but during his two seasons playing the position, Styles recorded 182 total tackles, 17 TFL and 7 sacks.
TE Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon
There were high expectations for Sadiq before the combine, and the former Oregon Duck delivered. The 6-3, 241 tight end posted the fastest 40-yard dash of any combine TE since 2003 (4.39 seconds). He also recorded a 43.5-inch vertical jump and 11-1 broad jump. During his final collegiate season at Oregon, Sadiq recorded 51 catches for 560 yards and 8 TDs.
DT Caleb Banks, Florida
Banks missed most of the 2025 season due to injury, but a unique level of athleticism relative to his size helped make up for lost time at this year's combine. The 6-6, 327-pound Florida product recorded a 32-inch vertical jump and 5.05-second 40-yard dash, and ESPN's Matt Miller identified him as one of the top risers of Day 1. During his last full collegiate season in 2024, Banks recorded 7 TFL and 4.5 sacks.
CB D'Angelo Ponds, Indiana
Fresh off a CFB National Championship win with the Hoosiers, Ponds had a strong showing in on-field drills in Indianapolis. His vertical jump, however, was his shining moment. Despite a smaller stature (5-9, 182), Ponds posted a 43.5-inch vertical jump, the best mark of any combine CB. In two seasons at Indiana, Ponds recorded 20 pass defenses and 5 INTs.
RB Mike Washington Jr., Arkansas
Washington turned some heads when he posted a 4.33-second 40-yard dash, the fastest time for any running back at this year's combine. He also recorded a 39-inch vertical and 10-8 broad jump. In 2025, Washington rushed for 1,070 yards (6.4 yards per carry) and 8 TDs with the Razorbacks. While he was viewed as a top 100 pick entering the combine, his elite performance could push him higher up the board come April.
QB Taylen Green, Arkansas
Green's athleticism was on full display in Indianapolis, as the 6-5, 227-pound QB posted a 43.5-inch vertical jump and 11-2 broad jump. Both marks were the best by a combine quarterback since at least 2003, while his 4.26-second 40-yard dash was the second-fastest time by a combine QB over that span. Though Green has been viewed as an up-and-down passer, his record-setting athleticism could help his case heading into the draft.
See top images of the top prospects working out and attending at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.
Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles (25) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/NFL)
Kentucky defensive lineman David Gusta (12), Oklahoma defensive lineman Gracen Halton (13) and Clemson defensive lineman Peter Woods (29) stands by to participate in the vertical jump during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/NFL)
Ohio State defensive lineman Kayden McDonald (21) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/NFL)
Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese (20) during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Cooper Neill/NFL)
Ohio State defensive lineman Kayden McDonald (21) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/NFL)
Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese (20) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/NFL)
Texas Tech defensive lineman David Bailey (31) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/NFL)
Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles (25) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Cooper Neill/NFL)
Texas A&M defensive lineman Cashius Howell (41) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Cooper Neill/NFL)
Texas A&M defensive lineman Cashius Howell (41) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Cooper Neill/NFL)
Indiana wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. (17) runs the 40-yard dash during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Cooper Neill/NFL)
Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq (23) runs the 40-yard dash during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Friday, February 27, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/NFL)
Utah offensive lineman Spencer Fano (22) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Sunday, March 1, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Cooper Neill/NFL)
Utah offensive lineman Spencer Fano (22) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Sunday, March 1, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/NFL)
Miami offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa (34) speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Penn State offensive lineman Olaivavega Ioane (30) during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Sunday, March 1, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/NFL)
Penn State offensive lineman Olaivavega Ioane (30) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Sunday, March 1, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Cooper Neill/NFL)
LSU defensive back Mansoor Delane (06) poses for a portrait during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Logan Bowles/NFL)
Penn State quarterback Drew Allar (02) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/NFL)
LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier (13) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Cooper Neill/NFL)
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza (11) looks on during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Cooper Neill/NFL)
Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love (11) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/NFL)
Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love (11) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Cooper Neill/NFL)
Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love (11) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Cooper Neill/NFL)
Washington wide receiver Denzel Boston (08) and Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch (09)looks on during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/NFL)
Washington wide receiver Denzel Boston (08) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/NFL)
Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson (40) speaks during a press conference at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Friday, February 27, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Cooper Neill/NFL)
Southern California wide receiver Makai Lemon (29) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Cooper Neill/NFL)
Southern California wide receiver Makai Lemon (29) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/NFL)
Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate (37) runs the 40-yard dash during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Lauren Leigh Bacho/NFL)
Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese (20) participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Cooper Neill/NFL)
