NFL scouts use the 40-yard dash to assess a player's quickness and acceleration. The amount of time it takes a player to complete this activity might significantly affect his chances of playing collegiate or pro football.
This used to apply solely to "skill" positions like defensive backs, wide receivers, and running backs. But nowadays, practically every position is thought to benefit from a quick 40-yard dash time.
The test's objectives include determining acceleration as well as providing a reliable measure of quickness, athleticism, and speed.
According to sources, running backs come in second at 4.49, following wide receivers and cornerbacks at 4.48. The players' typical 40-yard dash times by position are listed below:
Wide receivers - 4.48 seconds
Cornerbacks - 4.48
Running backs - 4.49
Free Safety - 4.53
Strong Safety - 4.55
Outside Linebacker - 4.60
Tight End - 4.75
Inside Linebacker - 4.76
Fullback - 4.80
Defensive End - 4.80
Quarterback - 4.81
Edge - 4.81
Defensive Tackle - 5.06
Center - 5.21
Guard - 5.27
Offensive Tackle - 5.32
Offensive Guard - 5.37
Which RB has the best 40-yard dash record?
Chris Johnson earned widespread recognition after unexpectedly making a name for himself with East Carolina during the 2007 college football season.
The entire NFL raved about him after his 4.24 at the Combine broke the previous mark. The Tennessee Titans selected him with the 24th overall pick in 2008.
Which WR has the best 40-yard dash record?
When he recorded a 4.22 40-time in 2017, John Ross made history. He now holds the record that RB Chris Johnson held for nine years. Ross was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals as the ninth overall choice in the 2017 NFL draft, making him the second wideout taken.
Which NFL QB has the best 40-yard dash record?
Michael Vick owns the record for the quickest 40-yard dash out of all quarterbacks who took part in the NFL Combine. In 2001, Vick clocked a 4.33 sprint. He was ultimately selected first overall by the Atlanta Falcons in 2001. Robert Griffin III matched the mark by going 4.33 in 2012.
Which CB has the best 40-yard dash record?
In 2011, Miami Hurricanes cornerback DeMarcus Van Dyke ran a 4.25-second 40-yard dash. The Oakland Raiders drafted Van Dyke in the third round that year.
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