As the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine approaches, details about the participants and their workout schedules have been released. The event will take place from February 26 to March 1 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
The NFL Combine serves as a crucial opportunity for teams and coaches to evaluate potential draft picks, despite traditionally lower viewership compared to regular season games. Since its inception in 1987, the combine has been a key event for assessing athletes” readiness for professional football.
This year”s event will feature a total of 319 athletes, categorized by position. Among the quarterbacks invited are Joey Aguilar from Tennessee, Drew Allar from Penn State, and Ty Simpson from Alabama. The running backs” list includes notable names such as Kaytron Allen and Max Bredeson.
Wide receivers set to showcase their skills include Aaron Anderson from LSU and Zachariah Branch from Georgia. The tight end group features players like Oscar Delp from Georgia and Josh Cuevas from Alabama.
Offensive linemen such as Chris Adams from Memphis and Austin Barber from Florida will also participate, alongside a robust group of defensive linemen, linebackers, and defensive backs.
The combine”s workouts will be broadcasted on the NFL Network, with specific time slots allocated for each position group. The full schedule is as follows:
- February 26: Defensive Linemen, Linebackers, Specialists at 3 PM ET
- February 27: Defensive Backs, Tight Ends at 3 PM ET
- February 28: Quarterbacks, Wide Receivers, Running Backs at 1 PM ET
- February 29: Offensive Linemen at 1 PM ET
During the combine, players will participate in various drills, including the 40-yard dash, three-cone drill, and bench press, which assess speed, strength, and agility. These metrics are essential for teams as they finalize their draft strategies.
As excitement builds for the upcoming combine, teams will be closely watching these athletes to identify potential future stars in the NFL.
