NFL Combine's Memorable Moments

The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine begins Thursday, kicking off four days of athletic testing as top draft prospects try to improve their stock. While not always indicative of future success, the combine has created unforgettable moments in NFL history.

Among the most notable highlights was Deion Sanders' 1989 40-yard dash, where he reportedly clocked 4.27 seconds before bolting to the airport. In contrast, Tom Brady's 2000 combine performance, marked by a 5.28-second 40 time and poor athletic metrics, contributed to him falling to the sixth round before becoming a seven-time Super Bowl champion.