NFL Combine Day 3 Stock Report: QBs, RBs, WRs Take the Field
Day 3 of the NFL combine put the quarterbacks, running backs, and receivers on display. Unfortunately, many players declined to test for whatever reason, no doubt a disappointment for the New York Giants, who need help in all three areas.
Among those who did test, explosiveness was on display as this next crop of receivers, while the running backs showed that it might be through the air that they gain their advantages over the league's incredibly fast defensive backs.
Despite the missing bigger names, there were still some impressive performances. University of Texas receiver Xavier Worthy’s 4.21 forty time is the fastest in combine history. Meanwhile, some performances left more questions than answers. Let's take a look at the latest stock report.
Running Backs
Stock Up: Isaac Guerendo, Louisville
When the day began, nobody was talking about Guerendo. But by the time it was over, he had made an impression. Guerendo posted some of the best times of any participating running back, recording a blistering 4.33 forty time.
His 41.5” vertical jump was one of the highest marks of the entire combine, and his 10’9” broad jump is an elite mark. He looked smooth through the on-field drills, and he has everyone heading back to the film to determine if his game shows signs of this level of athleticism that was initially missed.
Stock Down: Cody Schrader, Missouri
After Schrader exploded on the scene in 2023 for the Tigers and ran all over the SEC East, many people wanted to see him perform at the combine. His performance will do little to validate some claims that he could be a draft steal.
His 4.61 forty and 33” vertical jump were among the worst numbers recorded in the running back group. He did not participate in any of the other testing drills, as it was reported that he may have injured himself running the 40. It was a disappointing ending to the day and will likely slow down Schrader's feel-good story.
Wide Receivers
Stock Up: Jalen Coker, Holy Cross
Coker showed up to the combine, looking to prove that he belonged athletically. He has a tailor-made frame for the NFL and arguably the best hands in the class. He showed his hands off going through the on-field workouts, but his performance in the explosive testing drills was where he opened up his eyes.
His forty time was a solid 4.57 seconds, and although nobody looked at him as a burner, what was impressive was his 1.52 10-yard split, which was 23rd overall at the combine and only .05 seconds slower than the fastest split.
His 42.5” vertical jump was the best of the combine and his 10’8” broad jump was 21st overall. Those numbers confirm his athleticism and will certainly open the eyes of NFL decision-makers.
Stock Down: Keon Coleman, FSU
Coleman’s calling card was his athleticism, and so many undoubtedly looked forward to seeing him put on a show at the combine. He started by running a disappointing 4.61 forty. He then tested in the vertical jump and produced a modest 38” performance.
He also jumped a 10’7” broad jump. Neither are bad numbers, but they are not what many would have thought Coleman would do. It puts some pressure on his pro day to show NFL decision-makers that he has the goods to succeed at the next level.
Quarterbacks
Stock Up: Joe Milton, Tennessee
Milton was one of the few quarterbacks that did at least test in something. He jumped 35” in the vertical jump and 10’1” in the broad jump. But everyone came out to sew the arm talent, and he did not disappoint.
He threw the football at 62 miles per hour. He also unleashed a deep ball that traveled 73.5 air yards and fell comfortably in the hands of a receiver. He is 6’5” and 235 lbs with running ability and still many raw tools. He is very similar to another quarterback that Brian Daboll coached.
Stock Down: Anyone Who Didn't Take Part in on-Field Testing
Only three quarterbacks ran the forty, and only four quarterbacks participated in the vertical and broad jumps. Several other quarterbacks decided not to throw during the on-field workouts as well.
In short, there were so many wasted opportunities to show what they could do on a national stage. The real shame is that in this NFL, quarterbacks need to be plus athletes to evade all the ultra-athletic defensive players. So now, more than ever, testing matters for quarterbacks.
Check out the daily combine stock report as we finish up with the offensive line on the field next.
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