Search results
Results from the WOW.Com Content Network
The 40-yard dash is a sprint covering 40 yards (36.576 m). It is primarily run to evaluate the speed and acceleration of American football players by scouts, particularly for the NFL draft but also for collegiate recruiting. A player's recorded time can have a heavy impact on his prospects in college or professional football.
The fastest NFL combine 40-yard dash by a quarterback was set by Michael Vick in 2001, when Vick ran a 4.33-second 40-yard dash. The time was later tied by Robert Griffin III in 2012.
Science & Tech. Shopping
Xavier Worthy on Saturday oficially broke the fastest 40-yard dash record in the NFL combine with a 40 time of 4.21. Here are some reactions to his run:
In addition, Robinson competed in track for Deerfield Beach. In March 2009, he ran the 100 meters sprint in 10.44 seconds, [10] and finished third in the 100-meter dash at the 2008 Florida 4A Track & Field State Championships. [9] He also ran the 40-yard dash in 4.32 seconds. [11]
He once held the world record for the 70-yard dash (with a time of 6.9 seconds). He also is tied for the world's second-fastest time in the 60-yard dash . He was once considered the "world's fastest human" by virtue of his multiple world records in the 60-yard, 100-yard, 220-yard, and Olympic 100-meter dashes.
Stewart revealed that Manning needed just 4.65 seconds to complete a 40-yard dash. That’s a very impressive time for a recruit who is considered a pro-style passer.
At the NFL Combine, players don't run in full equipment. So while the 40-yard dash is a measurement of the player's raw speed, his 40 time isn't going to translate exactly to the playing field. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 71.65.201.52 04:50, 8 December 2009 (UTC)