Who has the fastest 40-yard dash in history?

As such, let's take a look at the all-time top 10 40-yard dash times:
  • No. 1: John Ross, 4.22 seconds in 2017.
  • No. 2: Kalon Barnes, CB, 4.23 seconds in 2022.
  • No. 3: Chris Johnson, RB, 4.24 seconds in 2008.
  • No. 4: Rondel Melendez, WR, 4.24 seconds in 1999.
  • No. 5: Dri Archer, RB, 4.26 seconds in 2014.
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Who ran a 4.12 40-yard dash?

Baylor WR Tyquan Thornton flirts with combine record, runs 40-yard dash in 4.28 seconds. Baylor wide receiver Tyquan Thornton posted the NFL Scouting Combine's fastest 40-yard dash time of the day on Thursday after officially running the length in 4.28 seconds.
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Who ran the fastest 40 in the NFL Combine?

Take a look at the fastest 40-yard dash times in Scouting Combine history and find out.
  • 1 / 14. Chris Johnson - RB. 2008, 4.24 seconds, East Carolina. ...
  • 2 / 14. Dri Archer - RB. 2014, 4.26 seconds, Kent State. ...
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  • 4 / 14. Marquise Goodwin - WR. ...
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  • 8 / 14. Fabian Washington - CB.
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What was Tom Brady's 40 time?

In 2000, Brady ran the 40-yard dash in 5.28 seconds. If NFL Network added him to Thursday night's video, he would've been way behind the competition. Here's the reply from Brady's personal account: Mahomes finished the 40-yard dash in 4.80 seconds, which is much better than Brady's time.
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What was Randy Moss 40 time?

Of course, that begs the question, what is Randy Moss' 40 time? Randy Moss' 40 time in the 1998 NFL Combine was hand-timed at 4.25 seconds.
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Top 6 Fastest 40 Yard-Dashes



Is Bo Jackson faster than Usain Bolt?

Jackson ran a 4.12 forty yard dash. Bolt's world record 100 meter time is 9.58. Bolt is a slow starter, an Jackson hit top speed very quickly.
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How Fast Is LeBron James 40?

He is big, strong, and fast. He was once timed at 4.4 seconds in the 40-yard dash, which would give him elite speed for a position in which he would surely excel. The average NFL defensive back is just 5-foot 11, which gives LeBron a height advantage of nine inches.
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Who's faster Michael Vick or Lamar Jackson?

Madden 20: Lamar Jackson surpasses Michael Vick as fastest quarterback.
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Was Bo Jackson the fastest NFL player ever?

It is reported that Bo Jackson ran his 40-yard dash in a blazing 4.13 seconds in 1986, making him the fastest of all time. The question of the validity of that number is up for debate. The NFL now provides specific speeds on different in-game play types with their Next Gen Stats.
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Has Usain Bolt ever run a 40-yard dash?

Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt shows off his super speed as he runs the 40-yard dash at the Super Bowl, which would be a record for NFL players at the combine.
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Who is fastest running back in NFL?

Top 10 Fastest Running Back In The NFL Today
  • #8. David Johnson.
  • #7. LeSean McCoy.
  • #6. Ezekiel Elliott.
  • #5. Matt Forte.
  • #4. Isaiah Crowell.
  • #3. Tevin Coleman.
  • #2. Mike Gillislee.
  • #1. Lamar Miller.
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Was Michael Vick an accurate passer?

Michael Vick was always considered to be a running quarterback with a cannon for an arm, but lacked the accuracy to ever be an elite QB. Vick's completion percentage with the Atlanta Falcons during his six year tenure was an abysmal 53.8 percent, but his time with Andy Reid and Marty Morningwheg has obviously paid off.
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How fast did Michael Jordan run the 40?

Michael Jordan ran a blazing 4.38 40-yard dash while at North Carolina | RSN.
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What was Shaq's 40-yard dash?

Shaq takes the opportunity to run a 40 yard dash, and he clocks in at 5.8 seconds.
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What is John Ross's 40 time?

Who ran the fastest 40-yard dash in NFL Scouting Combine history? The record-holder for the fastest 40 time at the NFL Scouting Combine since 1999, when an electronic clock was first used at the event, is John Ross III. In 2017, the wide receiver ran the 40-yard dash in a record-setting 4.22 seconds.
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What was Walter Payton's 40 time?

He knows he might not even be selected in the April 24-25 draft. At the NFL Combine, he was timed in 4.6 seconds for the 40-yard dash, nothing special for a 6-foot, 220-pound running back.
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How fast was Jim Brown in the 40-yard dash?

Patriots coach Bill Belichick told Sports Illustrated that Brown moved as if he weighed 185 pounds. Legend has it in 1958, he ran a 4.5-second 40-yard dash wearing pads and starting from a three-point stance.
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Who is the fastest wr ever?

At the 2017 NFL Combine, John Ross ran a 4.22 40-yard dash. This isn't only the fastest 40-yard dash time for a receiver, but it's also the fastest 40-time for any player recorded with electric timing.
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What is tyreek hill top speed?

Tyreek Hill, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver
  • Tyreek Hill 40 time: 4.29 seconds*
  • Tyreek Hill top speed: 21.91 mph.
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What is Tua Tagovailoa 40-yard dash?

Virginia Tech's Amare Barno led the defensive ends with a jump of 10'11”. 7:04 p.m. ET: Tagovailoa-Amosa's official 40-yard dash time clocks in at 4.81 seconds. That ranked 13th out of 17 defensive ends who participated.
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