At the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, defensive backs dominated the speed charts. Cornerback Toriano Pride Jr. ran a 4.32‑second 40‑yard dash, the fastest time of the event, while Charles Demmings posted a 4.41‑second run and a 40‑inch vertical. The class also produced record‑setting performances from tight ends Kenyan Sadiq and Eli Stowers, underscoring the depth of talent across positions.
2026 NFL Combine: Defensive backs set new speed records
The 2026 NFL Combine featured the fastest defensive back class in history, with cornerbacks posting 4.32‑4.41 40‑yard times and record‑breaking vertical jumps.