DeMarco Murray, 40 Yard Dash Time
I have to admit, when I see DeMarco Murray run the ball, I am surprised linebackers miss him. To me, he does not appear to be as agile as Emmit Smith, or even Felix Jones, for that matter. His 40 time is 4.41, with a Speed Score: 112.7. The only thing I can think of that makes him a really good running back is toughness and intelligence. On Inside the NFL, even Warren Sapp mentioned he didn’t like his “gait”. I have no idea of what he’s talking about there, but when a player is having that amount of success, especially after being drafted in the 3rd round, you’ve got to think that there’s some intelligence going on there.
TORREY SMITH 40 YARD DASH TIME
So, who had a good day at the office today? Well, it was rookie burner Torrey Smith. The very first 3 receptions of his career went for touchdowns. He racked up 152 yards, so look for him to climb up the boards! Torrey runs a 4.43 in the 40.
MARK INGRAM 40 TIME
Some rumors indicate the Patriots may be moving up (possibly with Jerry Jone’s #9 Pick) to get either Cameron Jordan DE or Mark Ingram. Mark is a shift and skilled runner who can give them a 25+ carry runner. Right now, Danny Woodhead is more of a scatback better utilized on 3rd Down. Mark Ingram’s 40 Time is 4.62 at the NFL Combine. However, at his Pro Day, his time improved to (depending on the stopwatch) was between 4.47-4.53. Ingram is similar in running style and speed with Emmitt Smith.
CAM NEWTON 40 TIME
The NFL 2011 Draft is finally here and Cam Newton is expected to go #1 overall to the Carolina Panthers. They desperately need to re-energize their fan base and sell tickets. Cam Newton brings the charisma, swagger, and athletic ability to revitalize that franchise. Cam Newton’s 40 Time is 4.59, which is remarkable when you factor in his huge size and excellent agility.
2011 NFL Draft: 40 Times for NFL Combine and Pro Days
So we just launched a new page on our website with the 40 times of players about to enter the 2011 NFL Draft. It has most of the official 40 yard dash times, bench press, wonderlic scores, speed scores, you name it tabulated from the NFL Combine and the various Pro Days which are still being updated.
2011 NFL Draft: 40 Times for NFL Combine and Pro Days
KEMAR SCARLETT, KICKER
Espn the Magazine did an interesting piece on Kemar Scarlett 40 Yard Dash Time, Place Kicker, Field Goal Kicker, a self-taught place kicker from Morgan State. Apparently, Kemar learned how to kick by watching Youtube videos. His career high is a 55 yarder. Most collegiate kickers have extremely specialized training to which Kemar could not utilize. Therefore, NFL Scouts may see a lot of upside for Kemar. Perhaps the Dallas Cowboys might be interested?
DEMARCUS VAN DYKE, 40 YARD DASH TIME
The fastest 40 Time taken in the 2011 NFL Combine was none other than cornerback DeMarcus Van Dyke. With a 4.28 40, you can expect his draft stock to fly sky high. He has good height at 6’1″, but his overall size 176 could be a problem if you expect him to make tackles. He is not a very aggressive guy, and may need some coaching up. But like they say, you can’t coach speed. DeMarcus Van Dyke 40 Yard Dash Time
EDMOND GATES, 40 YARD DASH TIME
Another guy who boosted his draft stock is Edmond Gates. Gates posted one of the best 40 times at the NFL Combine. His 4.37 time in the 40 is currently the second best time posted thus far. He also has decent size at 6 foot/192 as well.
EDMOND GATES, 40 Yard Dash Time
MARIO FANNIN, 40 Yard Dash Time
Coming out of nowhere like a bat out of hell was Mario Fannin who cashed in his chips at the NFL Combine today. Fannin posted a 4.38 in the 40 Yard Dash. Running at 231 pounds, his Speed Score is 125.5 which would be tops in the NFL today. Currently, Brandon Jacobs has the highest Speed Score at about 123. Fannin also showed his explosiveness with a 37.5″ in the Vertical Leap as well.
JULIO JONES, 40 Yard Dash Time
Julio Jones may have cemented his 7 figure payday today at the NFL Combine. Jones ran a 4.39 in the 40 Yard Dash. Even more amazing is his size: Height: 6’3″
Weight: 220 lbs. Before today, he may not have necessarily been a first round projection. But he sure is now. Julio Jones 40 Yard Dash Time
