The drills at the NFL combine boil down to two questions: Do the measurables mesh with the film? And which players triggered red flags with their results? From the 40 to the bench press, here are the numbers to know for each drill.
Best: 46", DB Gerald Sensabaugh, 2005
THE VERTICAL JUMP
Why it matters: The vertical can be an important indicator for wide receivers, tight ends and cornerbacks, but don't forget about running backs and defensive ends. This drill is a great judge of a player's lower-body explosiveness and ability to create power from the ground up.
Past standout: Giants RB Saquon Barkley The No. 2 overall pick in the 2018 draft had an injury-plagued 2019 season, but you can't deny his lower-body power when healthy. Barkley posted a 41-inch vert two years ago, which was best among the running backs. And he did it at 233 pounds. Barkley wasn't that impressed, though. "It wasn't my best," he said afterward.
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