2023 NFL Scouting Combine: Cornerbacks and Safeties Impress in 40-Yard Dash and Drills
The 2023 NFL Scouting Combine is underway with cornerbacks and safeties showcasing their skills in the 40-yard dash and drills. Live updates from the event are available on CBS Sports, with top performers including Nolan Smith and athletes from the Big Ten conference.
Day 1 of the combine saw Nolan Smith of the Georgia Bulldogs display “electric athleticism” during his drills, according to NFL.com. Smith’s performance could have a significant impact on his draft stock as he looks to make the transition from college football to the pros.
In addition to Smith, athletes from the Big Ten conference also impressed at the combine. Hawkeyes Wire reports that several players from the conference, including those from Ohio State, Michigan, and Penn State, showcased their talents on day 1.
Meanwhile, CBS Sports has published a list of measurements for EDGE and DL prospects, including their heights, weights, and 40-yard dash times. The full list provides a comprehensive look at the top performers in these categories.
As the combine continues, fans and analysts will be keeping an eye on the wide receiver position, with the Tennessee Volunteers looking to reclaim their status as “Wide Receiver U.” Jalin Hyatt and Cedric Tillman are among the players making a case for the title, according to the Knoxville News Sentinel.
Stay tuned for more updates from the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine as athletes continue to impress and make their case for a spot in the NFL.