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Latest Updates from ASU's Tyson's Pre-Draft Workout

The Arizona State product held a private workout on Friday ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Arizona State wideout Jordyn Tyson (WO40) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images
Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Arizona State wideout Jordyn Tyson (WO40) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images | Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

No other prospect's stock in the 2026 NFL Draft has fluctuated more than Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson.

  • "Might be the most polarizing prospect in this draft," ESPN's Peter Schrager said of Tyson during his mock draft reveal last week. "Can go anywhere as [high] as top 10 and could also go in the 20s. That is how different opinions are on Jordyn Tyson. Question is availability. He basically only played one full season's worth of football. Then there's questions about, how much does he want it? How tough is he?"
Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils wide receiver Jordyn Tyson (0) against the Arizona Wildcats during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The 6-foot-2, 203-pound wideout is one of the most talented players in the upcoming draft, but his injury history is a massive red flag for teams around the league. In fact, Tyson re-aggravated a hamstring injury prior to his pro day, which also prevented him from participating at the scouting combine in February. That all culminated in Tyson orchestrating a private workout on April 17, six days before the draft.

How Many Teams Attended Tyson's Workout?

Oct 18, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Detailed view of the jersey of Arizona State Sun Devils wide receiver Jordyn Tyson (0) against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
  • According to NFL Insider Jordan Schultz, "Sources: Over 20 NFL teams - including multiple GMs - are at Jordyn Tyson's personal workout today," Schultz said. "[That includes] Titans, Giants, Commanders, Eagles, Dolphins, Cardinals, Bills, Panthers, Browns, Cowboys, Lions, Packers, Raiders, Chargers, among others."

Included in this list are several teams picking inside the top 10, with another handful of teams slated in the 20s, showing that Tyson's image around the league is scattered.

What Tyson Proved

Sep 20, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils wide receiver Jordyn Tyson (0) runs with the ball against Baylor Bears linebacker Kyland Reed (45) during the first half at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images | Chris Jones-Imagn Images
  • According to an anonymous source at Tyson's workout, "He showed the twitch, explosiveness, and leaping ability we all saw in the fall," per the source. "He showed he's healthy and still explosive, which is all he needed to do."

This is point-blank evidence of what draft analysts have been saying about Tyson having a wide range of outcomes in the first round. Based on conversations around the league, Tyson can be selected anywhere between No. 5 - Giants' pick - and No. 16 - Jets' pick.

Oct 18, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils wide receiver Jordyn Tyson (0) against the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the second half at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

This illustrates how the combination of Tyson's elite production profile and injury history results in this broad projection of where the wide receiver could end up in the upcoming draft.

Regardless of concerns about Tyson's health, a team in the first round will take a shot on him, knowing the risks that come with it. However, if Tyson reverses the trend and stays healthy throughout his NFL career, he will prove to be one of the best draft values and the best receiver in this year's class.

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Logan Lazarczyk
LOGAN LAZARCZYK

Logan Lazarczyk is a graduate of the University of Missouri-Kansas City, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies with an emphasis in Journalism. Logan joined our team with extensive experience, having previously written and worked for media entities such as USA Today and Union Broadcasting.