Tennessee Football: Seven Vols head to Indy, NFL Combine full schedule, more

Opening day of the NFL Combine is upon us, and Seven different Tennessee football stars will be using the next four days to showcase their talents.

The NFL Combine extends over the next four days in Indianapolis. This is a weekend where the best college football players are given the opportunity to show who they really are. Some players dominate the combine, and their draft stock goes through the roof, and sometimes it can go crashing down.

For anyone that’s not familiar with what the NFL Combine is, here is the official description from their website:

"“The NFL Scouting Combine, presented by NOBULL is a unique and pivotal step in the prospect journey from amateur athlete to NFL Pro. At Combine, 300+ of the best college football players are given the stage to showcase their skills in front of coaches, GMs, and scouts. This key stop before the NFL Draft is a chance for players to elevate their football profiles and showcase their talents to clubs and fans across the country before finding their new teams. Their performances at Combine could directly impact their Draft positions.”"

Which Tennessee football stars will be in attendance?

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QB Hendon Hooker

Last year for the Vols, Hooker threw for 3,135 yards, 27 TDs, 2 INTs, and had a QBR of 89.5.

OLB Byron Young

Over his two years with the Vols, Young had 42 solo tackles, 41 assists, 83 total tackles, 23.5 tackles for loss, 12.5 sacks, and 1 interception.

WR Cedric Tillman

Tillman was hurt for most of last season, but in the 2021 season, Tillman had 64 receptions, 1,081 yards, and 12 touchdowns.

LB Jeremy Banks

In 2021, Banks had 59 solo tackles, 69 assists, 128 total tackles, 4 pass deflections, 5.5 sacks, and 1 interception.

P Paxton Brooks

Over the past 4 seasons, Brooks has been a very accurate punter with great leg strength. He should do exceptionally well in the NFL Combine.

WR Jalin Hyatt

Last season, Hyatt had 67 receptions, 1,267 yards, and 15 touchdowns

OL Darnell Wright

Arguably the best offensive lineman in the draft, Darnell Wright is going to make a name for himself over the weekend by dominating in everything he does.

NFL Combine Weekend Schedule

Thursday, March 2nd – Defensive Linemen and Linebackers (Televised)

8:30 AM — 12:00 PM: Defensive Backs and Specialists media interviews
3:00 PM — 8:30 PM: Linebackers and Defensive Linemen workouts/drills (live TV broadcasts on NFL Network and NFL+)

Friday, March 3rd – Defensive Backs (Televised)

8:00 AM — 11:30 AM: Quarterbacks, Wide Receivers, and Tight Ends media interviews
3:00 PM — 8:30 PM: Defensive Backs and Special Teams workouts/drills (live TV broadcasts on NFL Network and NFL+)

Saturday, March 4th – Quarterbacks, Wide Receivers, Tight Ends (Televised)

8:00 AM — 11:30 AM: Offensive Linemen and Running Backs media interviews
1:00 PM — 8:00 PM: Quarterbacks, Wide Receivers, and Tight Ends workouts/drills (live TV broadcasts on NFL Network and NFL+)

Sunday, March 5th – Running Backs, Offensive Linemen (Televised)

1:00 PM — 8:00 PM: Running Backs and Offensive Linemen workouts/drills (live TV broadcasts on NFL Network and NFL+)

What drills are in the NFL Combine?

1) The 40-yard dash

NFL Records

1. WR John Ross | 4.22 (2017)
2. RB Chris Johnson | 4.24 (2008)
3. RB Dri Archer | 4.26 (2014)
4. WR Marquise Goodwin | 4.27 (2013)

2) Vertical jump

NFL Records

1. WR Chris Conley | 45.0 (2015)
2. CB Donald Washington | 45.0 (2009)
3. DB Byron Jones | 44.5 (2015)
4. CB A.J. Jefferson | 44.0 (2010)
5. S Obi Melifonwu | 44.0 (2017)
6. S Juan Thornhill | 44.0 (2019)

3) Broad jump

NFL Records

1. CB Byron Jones | 12’3″ (2015)
2. S Obi Melifonwu | 11’9″ (2017)
3. WR Emanuel Hall | 11’9″ (2019)
4. S Juan Thornhill | 11’9″ (2019)

4) 3-cone drill

NFL Records

1. CB Jordan Thomas | 6.28 (2018)
2. WR Jeffrey Maehl | 6.42 (2011)
3. CB Buster Skrine | 6.44 (2011)
4. WR Scott Long | 6.45 (2010)
5. CB David Long | 6.45 (2019)

5) 20-yard Shuttle drill

NFL Records

1. WR Brandin Cooks | 3.81 (2014)
2. DB Jason Allen | 3.81 (2006)
3. CB Bobby McCain | 3.82 (2015)
4. CB B.W. Webb | 3.84 (2013)

6) Bench press (225 lbs)

NFL Records

1. DT Stephen Paea | 49 (2011)
2. OL Mitch Petrus | 45 (2010)
3. DT Jeff Owens | 44 (2010)
4. DT Dontari Poe | 44 (2012)