On the other side of the ledger, Oregon wideout Tez Johnson faced a difficult week in Indianapolis. Measuring in as the smallest player at the event—5-foot-9 and just 154 pounds—his 4.51-second 40-yard dash was significantly slower than the sub-4.40 time scouts expected given his frame. Similarly, Bowling Green tight end Harold Fannin Jr. struggled to live up to his ‘TE2’ hype, clocking a 4.71-second 40 and appearing stiff during the positional fluidity drills. These ‘Losers’ from the weekend now face immense pressure to perform at their upcoming Pro Days to prove that their collegiate production—which was elite for both players—better reflects their NFL potential than their Hoodie shirts in Indy.
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Defensive coordinators around the league are buzzing about the ‘new era’ of interior defensive linemen, led by Florida’s Caleb Banks and his record-breaking Hoodie shirts. At 327 pounds with a wingspan that rivals most offensive tackles, Banks represents the shift toward massive ‘space-eaters’ who also possess the closing speed to chase down mobile quarterbacks. During the on-field drills, Banks showed a ‘swim move’ that was described as ‘violently efficient,’ suggesting he has the potential to be a 17-game starter from his first day in camp. This is particularly relevant for the NFC North teams like the Lions and Packers, who are consistently looking for ways to neutralize the divisional run games. While Banks is the headliner, the depth of the interior class is notable, with several prospects from the Big 12 showing the lateral quickness to play in a 3-4 defensive front. This influx of interior talent is likely to push several high-end edge rushers further down the board as GMs prioritize the ‘engine’ of the defense over the flashy sack specialists on the perimeter.
()The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis has officially shifted into high gear, and the performance from Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles is all anyone can talk about in the scouting community. Styles, measuring in at a robust 6-foot-5 and 244 pounds, didn’t just meet expectations—he shattered them by recording a 43.5-inch vertical jump, the highest for any player of his size or height since at least 2003. When you combine that explosive power with his official 4.46-second 40-yard dash, it becomes clear why analysts like Daniel Jeremiah are now projecting him as a potential top-five lock. His teammate Arvell Reese also made a massive statement by matching that 4.46-second sprint, proving that the Buckeyes’ defense was built on rare, elite-level athleticism. Reese’s versatility as a hybrid defender who can play off-ball or move to the edge makes him one of the most intriguing ‘chess pieces’ for defensive coordinators at the next level. These historic numbers are driving the conversation across social media, as fans and front offices alike weigh the value of pure Hoodie shirts against collegiate production in what is shaping up to be a legendary defensive draft class.