Texas wide receiver Xavier Worthy made headlines at the NFL Scouting Combine by shattering the 40-yard dash record with a blazing time of 4.21 seconds, surpassing the previous mark set by John Ross in 2017. Worthy’s electrifying performance immediately captured the attention of scouts, fans, and media alike, solidifying his status as one of the most explosive prospects in the draft.
On his first attempt, Worthy clocked an impressive time of 4.25 seconds, already setting the stadium abuzz with excitement. However, the determined wide receiver wasn’t satisfied and sought to break Ross’ longstanding record. With his second attempt, Worthy dashed even faster, recording an unofficial time of 4.22 seconds, before the official time of 4.21 seconds was confirmed, establishing a new combine benchmark.
Standing at 5 feet 11 inches and weighing 165 pounds, Worthy’s remarkable speed and agility left spectators in awe. His exceptional 1.49-second 10-yard split further underscored his explosive acceleration off the line. Despite Ross being heavier at the time of his record-setting run, Worthy’s feat solidifies his place in history as the new 40-yard dash king.
Worthy’s exceptional performance didn’t stop at the 40-yard dash. Prior to his record-breaking run, he showcased his remarkable athleticism with a 41-inch vertical leap and a 10-foot-11 broad jump, further highlighting his elite physical abilities. Although he opted out of participating in positional drills following his historic dash, Worthy’s combine showing cements his reputation as one of the standout performers of this year’s event.
With no other participant at the 2024 combine coming close to Worthy’s speed, he has undoubtedly set himself apart as a top prospect in this year’s draft class. As scouts and analysts continue to assess his performance, Worthy’s exceptional combine outing positions him as a coveted talent and a potential game-changer at the next level.
