The NFL scouting combine, a vital mechanism in the draft evaluation process, continues Friday when defensive backs and tight ends hit the field at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
More than 300 invited NFL draft hopefuls will attempt to impress future employers during the scouting combine.
Friday’s workouts will include some projected first-round draft picks, including Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold, Georgia tight end Brock Bowers, Iowa cornerback Cooper DeJean, Alabama cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry, Toledo cornerback Quinyon Mitchell and Clemson cornerback Nate Wiggins.
In total, 58 defensive backs and 15 tight ends were selected in the 2023 NFL draft.
Here’s everything you need to know for Friday’s NFL combine workouts:
What is the schedule for the 2024 NFL scouting combine?
Thursday: Defensive linemen and linebackers
Friday: Defensive backs and tight ends (3 p.m. ET start time)
Saturday: Quarterbacks, running backs and wide receivers (1 p.m. ET start time)
Sunday: Offensive linemen and special teams (1 p.m. ET start time)
How to watch NFL combine
NFL Network will air on-field workouts for all four days, with streaming options available via NFL+ and NFL.com. The combine also can be streamed on fuboTV.
Where is NFL scouting combine?
The combine will take place in Indianapolis at Lucas Oil Stadium, home of the Indianapolis Colts. Indianapolis has hosted the pre-draft scouting event since 1987.
NFL combine tests
Players have the opportunity to take part in the 40-yard dash, vertical and broad jumps, 3-cone drill, 20-yard shuttle, bench press, as well as drills specifically tailored for each position group.
Results will be posted on NFL.com.
Prospects at NFL combine Friday
Alabama cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry is a projected first-round pick.
DEFENSIVE BACKS
Kris Abrams-Draine, Missouri
Daijahn Anthony, Mississippi
Terrion Arnold,…
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Publish date : 2024-03-01 12:03:47
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