NFL Scouting Combine 2026 Mississippi State's Brenen Thompson blazes 4.26-second 40-yard dash, history.
Mississippi State wide receiver Brenen Thompson recorded the fastest 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, clocking an official time of 4.26 seconds in Indianapolis.
Thompson finished ahead of Ohio State safety Lorenzo Styles Jr. (4.27 seconds) and LSU wide receiver Zavion Thomas (4.28 seconds) to lead the overall speed rankings.
The 2026 NFL Combine also produced impressive performances across multiple position groups. Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq set a new tight end 40-yard dash record with 4.39 seconds, while Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green delivered an exceptional 4.36-second run.
Here is the complete breakdown of the fastest 40-yard dash times, position winners, and biggest workout standouts from the 2026 NFL Combine.
2026 NFL Scouting Combine: What is the fastest 40-yard dash ever in Indianapolis since 1986.
1987: Rod Woodson, 4.33
1988: Gaston Green, 4.29
1989: Deion Sanders, 4.27*
1990: James Williams 4.34
1991: Randal Hill, 4.34
1992: Rico Smith, 4.33
1993: John Morton, 4.39
1994: Andre Coleman, 4.41
1995: Joe Aska, 4.42
1996: Leeland Mcelroy, 4.35
1997: Yatil Green, 4.35
1998: Tony Simmons, 4.35
1999: Rondel Melendez, 4.24
2000: R. Jay Soward and Antwan Harris, 4.34
2001: Santana Moss, 4.31
2002: Aaron Lockett, 4.31
2003: Kevin Garrett, 4.31
2004: Carlos Francis, 4.31
2005: Jerome Mathis, 4.26
2006: Tye Hill, 4.30
2007: Yamon Figurs, 4.30
2008: Chris Johnson, 4.24
2009: Darrius Heyward-Bey, 4.30
2010: Jacoby Ford, 4.28
2011: Demarcus van Dyke, 4.28
2012: Josh Robinson, 4.33
2013: Marquise Goodwin, 4.27
2014: Dri Archer, 4.26
2015: J.J. Nelson, 4.28
2016: Keith Marshall, 4.31
2017: John Ross, 4.22
2018: Donte Jackson, 4.32
2019: Zedrick Woods, 4.29
2020: Henry Ruggs, 4.27
2021: No combine
2022: Kalon Barnes (Baylor CB), 4.23
2023: DJ Turner (Michigan), 4.26 seconds
2024: Xavier Worthy, WR: 4.21 seconds (2024)
2025: Maxwell Hairston (Kentucky CB), 4.28
2026: Brenen Thompson (Mississippi State WR), 4.26
What is the 40-yard dash?
The 40-yard dash is exactly what it sounds like. Players start in a track position and then sprint 40 yards as fast as they can. They are able to start whenever they want, as the electronic timing method tracks them from start to finish.
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Who had the fastest 40-yard dash in 2026, Results, Full List of Draft Winners in Combine in All Positions.?
Top 10 Fastest 40-Yard Dash Times at the 2026 NFL Combine
1. Brenen Thompson (WR, Mississippi State) – 4.26 seconds
2. Lorenzo Styles Jr. (S, Ohio State) – 4.27 seconds
3. Zavion Thomas (WR, LSU) – 4.28 seconds
4. Deion Burks (WR, Oklahoma) – 4.30 seconds
5. Jeff Caldwell (WR, Cincinnati) – 4.31 seconds
6. Robert Spears-Jennings (S, Oklahoma) – 4.32 seconds
7. Toriano Pride Jr. (CB, Missouri) – 4.32 seconds
8. Mike Washington Jr. (RB, Arkansas) – 4.33 seconds
9. Treydan Stukes (CB, Arizona) – 4.33 seconds
10. Bryce Lance (WR, North Dakota State) – 4.34 seconds
Fastest 40-Yard Dash Winners by Position
Here are the fastest players at each position in the 2026 NFL Combine:
1. Wide Receiver: Brenen Thompson, Mississippi State – 4.26 seconds
2. Safety: Lorenzo Styles Jr., Ohio State – 4.27 seconds
3. Cornerback: Toriano Pride Jr., Missouri – 4.32 seconds
4. Running Back: Mike Washington Jr., Arkansas – 4.33 seconds
5. Quarterback: Taylen Green, Arkansas – 4.36 seconds
6. Tight End: Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon – 4.39 seconds
7. Edge Rusher: Arvell Reese, Ohio State – 4.46 seconds
8. Linebacker: Sonny Styles, Ohio State – 4.46 seconds
9. Defensive Tackle: Zane Durant, Penn State – 4.75 seconds
10. Offensive Lineman: Logan Jones, Iowa – 4.90 seconds
Biggest Workout Winners at the 2026 NFL Combine
Several prospects also impressed in jumping and strength drills.
1. Kenyon Sadiq (Oregon): Recorded a 43.5-inch vertical jump, 11-foot-1 broad jump and 26 bench press repetitions.
2. Eli Stowers (Vanderbilt): Set a tight end vertical jump record with 45.5 inches and led the event with an 11-foot-3 broad jump.
3. Taylen Green (Arkansas): Recorded a 43.5-inch vertical jump and 11-foot-2 broad jump.
4. Sonny Styles (Ohio State): Posted a 43.5-inch vertical jump and 11-foot-2 broad jump.
5. Dillon Thieneman (Oregon): Combined a 4.35-second 40-yard dash with a 41-inch vertical jump.
6. Deion Burks (Oklahoma): Recorded a 4.30-second 40-yard dash, 42.5-inch vertical jump and 26 bench press repetitions.
What Is the NFL Combine 40-Yard Dash Record?
Xavier Worthy holds the all-time NFL Combine 40-yard dash record with an official time of 4.21 seconds, set in 2024. He broke John Ross's previous record of 4.22 seconds from 2017.
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