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Sonny Styles Shatters Vertical Record at NFL Combine

2/27/2026

Summary

Sonny Styles Shines

Sonny Styles of Ohio State University posted a 43½-inch vertical at the NFL Scouting Combine, the highest for players over 6'4" since 2003.
He also ran a 4.46-second 40-yard dash and posted an 11-foot-2-inch broad jump.
Texas Longhorns linebackers Anthony Hill Jr. and Trey Moore impressed with Hill's 4.51-second 40-yard dash and a 37-inch vertical.
Day 2 will feature defensive backs and tight ends, including Jack Endries and Jaylon Guilbeau.

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Xavier Worthy set a 40-yard dash record at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, clocking 4.21 seconds and surpassing John Ross III's previous record.
Notable fast-time contenders include Desmond Reid, Aaron Anderson, and Brenen Thompson.
The event highlights speed and athleticism, though past performance does not reliably predict NFL success.
Injuries and other factors can affect a player's career despite impressive results.

History

Historical Context

The NFL Scouting Combine, established in 1977, has evolved into a crucial event for evaluating college football talent. In 2003, a player recorded a vertical leap of 43½ inches, setting a benchmark. In 2023, Sonny Styles matched this feat while also achieving a 4.46-second 40-yard dash, reflecting the increasing athletic standards. However, impressive Combine performances do not guarantee NFL success, underscoring the unpredictable nature of player careers.

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Sonny Styles Shines

Sonny Styles of Ohio State University posted a 43½-inch vertical at the NFL Scouting Combine, the highest for players over 6'4" since 2003.
He also ran a 4.46-second 40-yard dash and posted an 11-foot-2-inch broad jump.
Texas Longhorns linebackers Anthony Hill Jr. and Trey Moore impressed with Hill's 4.51-second 40-yard dash and a 37-inch vertical.
Day 2 will feature defensive backs and tight ends, including Jack Endries and Jaylon Guilbeau.

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