The 2023 NFL Scouting Combine is underway with the defensive tackles, edge rushers, and linebackers putting on a show during the on-field workouts at Lucas Oil Stadium.
All-American defensive tackle Jalen Carter was a spectator after returning to Indianapolis following his arrest for misdemeanor charges of reckless driving and racing in connection with the fatal crash that killed one of his Georgia football teammates, Devin Willock, and recruiting staffer Chandler LeCroy earlier this year.
Carter, a projected top-five pick in next month’s NFL draft, had been scheduled to speak with reporters when the arrest warrant was issued.
The workouts went on and several high-profile players including one of Carter’s Georgia teammates.
Here are ten takeaways from the top performances on the afternoon.
Calijah Kancey can fly
Calijah Kancey runs a 4.78 on his first attempt💨
— PFF College (@PFF_College) March 2, 2023
The Pitt defensive tackle has been compared to Aaron Donald and he’s definitely a twitchy athlete after this 40-yard dash time.
Calijah Kancey at 4.78 unofficial isn’t bad at all. He said he’s weighing in at 285 pounds.
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) March 2, 2023
Kancey ran faster on his second attempt.
Calijah Kancey beats his first time with a 4.73u. 👀@Ckancey8 | @Pitt_FB
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Bryan Bresee
6'5"
298 poundsAnd @ClemsonFB DL Bryan Bresee just flew with a 4.93u. 👀
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📱: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/z7ZvxfVC4B— NFL (@NFL) March 2, 2023
The Clemson defensive tackle shows up on the game tape, and he put his athleticism on display Thursday.
I haven’t been able to see all of Bresee’s workout but what I have seen is impressive. https://t.co/y5jR6I8xwM
— Matt Miller (@nfldraftscout) March 2, 2023
Gervon Dexter
Gervon Dexter 6’6 300 pounds runs a 4.93 Draft Stock 📈📈📈
pic.twitter.com/IjZTxIQyZ2— Coach K | Keith Sanchez (@TheTalentCode) March 2, 2023
Adetomiwa Adebawore
Northwestern EDGE Adetomiwa Adebawore put up an elite combine performance for his weight (282 lbs), earning a 97 athleticism score pending shuttle drills.
Combine Ranks since 2003 (275+ lbs):
🔹 4.49 40-yard dash (1st)
🔹 10' 5" broad jump (T-2nd)
🔹 37.5" vertical (3rd) pic.twitter.com/oDHpgHxDHS— Next Gen Stats (@NextGenStats) March 2, 2023
The Northwestern LB/pass rusher will rise up draft boards after his Thursday afternoon performance.
Adetomiwa Adebawore running a 4.54 at 280 LBS👀👏
— PFF College (@PFF_College) March 2, 2023
Nolan Smith
An athletic linebacker that can do more than just rush the passer, Smith may start to climb draft boards.
Pretty on the nose with this one, @MoveTheSticks. https://t.co/VhmBj6iXHM pic.twitter.com/YseZmT8Kt3
— NFL Network (@nflnetwork) March 2, 2023
The Georgia pass rusher is finally healthy again after a torn pectoral muscle and he just blazed a 4.44 40-yard dash.
4.44u@GeorgiaFootball DL Nolan Smith is out of this world.
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Byron Young, Tennessee Vols
💨@byron_97 is MOVING ‼️
4.51 40 yard dash
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— Tennessee Football (@Vol_Football) March 2, 2023
There are two Byron Youngs in the 2023 NFL draft, but the pass rusher from Tennessee could be the guy to watch.
Byron Young can FLY! 4.48🔥@Vol_Football
— PFF College (@PFF_College) March 2, 2023
Tuli Tuipulotu
Marlon Tuipuloutu’s younger brother is definitely the better athlete of the two and has made himself some money with his athleticism.
Tuli has quick feet pic.twitter.com/swJfHISeO6
— Billy M (@BillyM_91) March 2, 2023
Will Anderson one and done with the 40
Will Anderson Jr. with a 4.69u on his first run. @AlabamaFTBL
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Anderson should be long gone before Philadelphia’s first selection at pick No. 10 overall, but he put on a masterclass in Indy.
Fancy footwork from @AlabamaFTBL LB Will Anderson Jr.
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Calijah Kancey
The Pitt defensive tackle is the most athletic prospect at his position.
The official results for the 2023 defensive tackle combine class are in.@Pitt_FB's Calijah Kancey earned the top NGS athleticism score (94) among his position group after running the fastest 40-yard dash (4.67) of any DT since at least 2003.#NFLCombine | Powered by @awscloud pic.twitter.com/VP9odFfOGS
— Next Gen Stats (@NextGenStats) March 3, 2023
Owen Pappoe
Speedy group of LBs.
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📱: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/4XxNMCI35C— NFL (@NFL) March 3, 2023
The Auburn linebacker ran the fastest time for his position at the combine.
Auburn LB Owen Pappoe was MOVING! 4.46🦅
— PFF College (@PFF_College) March 3, 2023
