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NFL Prospects Face Make-or-Break Combine Week
26 Feb
Summary
- Prospects' draft stock can significantly increase with combine performance.
- Arm length is a critical metric for edge rusher prospects like Bain.
- Running backs face historical challenges in first-round draft selections.
The 2026 NFL Combine is currently underway in Indianapolis, featuring 319 prospects who will undergo rigorous testing and interviews.
For many attendees, this event is pivotal. Metrics like a fast 40-yard dash or elite drill performances can significantly elevate their draft positioning. Players like edge rusher Bain are scrutinized for specific measurements, such as arm length, which could determine if he remains a top-10 pick.
Running back prospect Love, considered the top player at his position, faces the challenge of a draft class that historically selects few running backs in the first round. His performance at the combine could solidify his status as the lone back taken on Day 1.
Quarterbacks Nussmeier and Simpson are also under the spotlight. Nussmeier aims to rebound from a difficult 2025 college season, with his Saturday throwing session being critical to his draft stock. Simpson, who had a strong season, will look to his Saturday performance to confirm his first-round potential.
Finally, speedster Thompson, despite his smaller stature, hopes to impress with a blazing 40-yard dash, potentially mirroring past sprinters who parlayed speed into early draft selections.
