The NFL Scouting Combine is in full swing in Indianapolis, and we're diving into the heart of the action. Day three of this four-day showcase is upon us, featuring over 300 top draft prospects eager to make their mark. The combine is a critical event that can shake up draft boards, not just through on-field performances but also with those crucial medical evaluations and interviews that can make or break a prospect’s future.
Saturday’s lineup is packed with quarterbacks, wide receivers, and running backs taking center stage, beginning at 10 am PT. While Indiana's Heisman-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza and Washington's standout running back Jonah Coleman are opting out of drills, keep an eye on UW’s Denzel Boston. The receiver is participating in everything but the bench press and is poised to be a first-round pick.
For fans eager to catch every moment, the NFL Network and NFL+ are providing comprehensive live coverage. And if you prefer to track results at your own pace, the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine tracker has you covered with all the essential updates.
Key Combine Drills to Watch
- 40-yard dash: A classic test of speed.
- Bench press (225 pounds): Measuring upper body strength.
- Vertical jump: Showcasing explosive power.
- Broad jump: Another measure of lower body strength.
- 20-yard shuttle: Testing agility and quickness.
- Three-cone drill: Evaluating change of direction.
- 60-yard shuttle: A longer test of agility and endurance.
Quarterbacks to Watch
- Joey Aguilar (Tennessee)
- Drew Allar (Penn State)
- Luke Altmyer (Illinois)
- Carson Beck (Miami)
- Jalon Daniels (Kansas)
- Joe Fagnano (UConn)
- Taylen Green (Arkansas)
- Haynes King (Georgia Tech)
- Cade Klubnik (Clemson)
- Behren Morton (Texas Tech)
- Garrett Nussmeier (LSU)
- Diego Pavia (Vanderbilt)
- Cole Payton (North Dakota State)
- Sawyer Robertson (Baylor)
- Ty Simpson (Alabama)
Running Backs in the Spotlight
- Kaytron Allen (Penn State)
- Max Bredeson (Michigan)
- Demond Claiborne (Wake Forest)
- CJ Donaldson (Ohio State)
- Rahsul Faison (South Carolina)
- Eli Heidenreich (Navy)
- Roman Hemby (Indiana)
- Robert Henry Jr.
(UTSA)
- Emmett Johnson (Nebraska)
- Jeremiyah Love (Notre Dame)
- Seth McGowan (Kentucky)
- Jam Miller (Alabama)
- Le’Veon Moss (Texas A&M)
- Jadarian Price (Notre Dame)
- Adam Randall (Clemson)
- Desmond Reid (Pittsburgh)
- Nicholas Singleton (Penn State)
- J’Mari Taylor (Virginia)
- Mike Washington Jr.
(Arkansas)
- Noah Whittington (Oregon)
Wide Receivers to Keep an Eye On
- Aaron Anderson (LSU)
- Vinny Anthony II (Wisconsin)
- Chris Bell (Louisville)
- Dillon Bell (Georgia)
- Skyler Bell (UConn)
- Malik Benson (Oregon)
- Germie Bernard (Alabama)
- Zachariah Branch (Georgia)
- Chris Brazzell II (Tennessee)
- Barion Brown (LSU)
- Deion Burks (Oklahoma)
- Jeff Caldwell (Cincinnati)
- Josh Cameron (Baylor)
- Kevin Coleman Jr.
(Missouri)
- KC Concepcion (Texas A&M)
- Omar Cooper Jr. (Indiana)
- CJ Daniels (Miami)
- Caleb Douglas (Texas Tech)
- Malachi Fields (Notre Dame)
- Emmanuel Henderson Jr.
(Kansas)
- Chris Hilton Jr.
(LSU)
- Jordan Hudson (SMU)
- Ted Hurst (Georgia State)
- Caullin Lacy (Louisville)
- Bryce Lance (North Dakota State)
- Ja’Kobi Lane (USC)
- Kendrick Law (Kentucky)
- Makai Lemon (USC)
- Eric McAlister (TCU)
- Donaven McCulley (Michigan)
- Eric Rivers (Georgia Tech)
- Chase Roberts (BYU)
- Elijah Sarratt (Indiana)
- De’Zhaun Stribling (Mississippi)
- J. Michael Sturdivant (Florida)
- Carnell Tate (Ohio State)
- Zavion Thomas (LSU)
- Brenen Thompson (Mississippi State)
- Jordyn Tyson (Arizona State)
- Reggie Virgil (Texas Tech)
- Harrison Wallace III (Mississippi)
- Jalen Walthall (Incarnate Word)
- Kaden Wetjen (Iowa)
- Antonio Williams (Clemson)
- Colbie Young (Georgia)
As the combine continues, these athletes are not just showcasing their physical talents but also their readiness to step into the NFL spotlight. Keep watching as these future stars make their case for draft day.