As the NFL draft season kicks into high gear, the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine presented by NOBULL emerges as a pivotal event for teams to assess potential prospects ahead of the upcoming draft, scheduled for April 25-27 in Detroit.
This year’s combine promises a showcase of promising talents competing to impress scouts, coaches, and decision-makers from NFL franchises. The Chicago Bears currently hold the coveted No.1 pick.
Commencing on Thursday, Feb. 29, in Indianapolis, the next generation of NFL stars will demonstrate their abilities in various drills and exercises over the course of the event, concluding on Sunday, March 3.
Over 300 players have received invitations to participate, with a notable change in format where quarterbacks, wide receivers, and running backs will showcase their skills on the same day, Saturday, March 2.
Coverage of combine activities begins with defensive linemen and linebackers’ drills at 3 p.m. ET on Thursday, airing live on NFL Network and spanning through Sunday. Streaming options are available on NFL+.
Exclusive content on NFL+ includes the Players Only Combine on Saturday, featuring Kurt Warner, Michael Irvin, Steve Smith Sr., Maurice Jones-Drew, and Michael Robinson providing live analysis from Lucas Oil Stadium. Further details on NFL+ can be found here.
Here’s an overview of key details for the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine:
- Dates: Feb. 27 to March 3, 2024
- Location: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis
- Viewing Options: NFL Network and NFL+ offer comprehensive coverage.
- NFL Network Schedule:
- Thursday, Feb. 29: 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET (Defensive linemen, linebackers)
- Friday, March 1: 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. ET (Defensive backs, tight ends)
- Saturday, March 2: 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. ET (Quarterbacks, wide receivers, running backs)
- Sunday, March 3: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. ET (Offensive linemen)
- NFL+ Schedule:
- Saturday, March 2: 2 p.m. ET (Players Only Combine Presented by NOBULL)
- Participants: A total of 321 prospects have been invited.
- Purpose: The combine serves as a platform for prospects to showcase their skills through on-field drills and interviews with NFL teams.
- Notable Drills: Includes the 40-yard dash, bench press, vertical jump, broad jump, three-cone drill, 20-yard shuttle, and 60-yard shuttle.
- Results: Results and updates from the 2024 scouting combine will be available through various NFL channels and platforms.
Stay tuned for comprehensive coverage and insights from the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine as teams evaluate potential talent for the upcoming season.