What We Saw: 2020 NFL Combine

Jerry Jeudy, Alabama
6’1” 193 lbs
40-yard dash: 4.45 seconds

 

Jerry Jeudy ran an impressive 4.45 forty but had a mediocre vertical jump (35) and short shuttle (4.53). Jeudy had to slow down for his second over-the-shoulder target but still made it look easy. His sideline drill wasn’t amazing but that could have been due to poor QB throws.

Fantasy Stock

Jeudy didn’t really “wow” anybody but he didn’t have to. At the very most he could have dropped back to the second wide receiver spot on the big board. Teams will still be champing at the bit to grab Jeudy as soon as possible. He should be a popular rookie dynasty pick in 2020.

 

CeeDee Lamb, Oklahoma
6’1 5/8″ 198 lbs
40-yard dash: 4.5 twice

 

Lamb performed well in his measurable but truly impressed on the field. He made his first over-the-shoulder look natural as CeeDee plucked the ball out of the air. Lamb also had a fantastic catch on the sideline to close out the first day of the combine that was pretty similar to OBJ. He twisted to highpoint the ball and dove with good control.

Fantasy Stock

There were plenty of times CeeDee took his opportunity to dazzle the combine scouts. His performance very well could have put him atop the Wide Receiver rankings before the 2020 draft. He seems like a legitimate talent that could put up some fantasy-relevant numbers with the right team.

Jalen Reagor, TCU
5’10” 5/8 206 lbs
Vertical Jump: 42 inches

 

Reagor posted a disappointing (for him) 40-yard dash at 4.47 seconds. That’s pretty darn average for a guy TCU claimed could run a 4.29. We know his top speed is crazy fast but his mediocre burst certainly holds him back. There was further evidence of poor initial speed in the short shuttle drill (4.46 seconds). Reagor messed up a catch on the last throw of the gauntlet but made his second gauntlet run count. He showed solid agility and a good turn and burn at the end. Jalen had a good catch on the sideline but couldn’t quite get two feet inbounds.

Fantasy Stock

If he gets paired with the right team that embraces his playmaking ability, Reagor could be a solid rookie pick, especially in dynasty leagues. Wherever he goes, Reagor will likely be returning kicks. This should offer more value in leagues that award points for kick return yards.

 

Laviska Shenault Jr., Colorado
6’0” 5/8 227 lbs
Bench Press: 17 reps

 

Shenault Jr. didn’t have the best 40-yard dash. The big guy ran his 40 with a baggy shirt and didn’t seem all too concerned about proving anything during this particular drill. He ran a 4.58-second 40-yard dash and showed bad burst speed getting off the line. Weighing in at 227 pounds and benching 17 reps showed that Shenault Jr. is physically ready to play with the big boys of the NFL. Leviska showed off his good hands in pretty much every on-field drill.

Fantasy Stock

I wish I could have seen Shenault Jr. compete in the short shuttle drill. It’s likely plenty of NFL scouts felt the same way after his workout. Be that as it may, a needy enough team could give Shenault Jr. plenty of reps in 2020. He looked NFL-ready in his stature and during the catch drills.

 

Tee Higgins, Clemson
6’3” 5/8 216 lbs

 

Although he took part in medicals and team interviews, Tee Higgins did not participate in any drills. He says his season was longer than most and he didn’t have the time to prepare.

 

Henry Ruggs III, Alabama
5’11” 188 lbs
40-yard dash: 4.27 seconds

 

Ruggs posted a lightning-fast 4.27-second 40. He was just a half step behind John Ross’ record. His torso was leaning backward which could have cost him a tenth of a second (or two). It seems Alabama wasn’t kidding about their speedster and that 40 time will certainly have scouts talking. He also had an impressive 42-inch vertical jump, which should make up for his slightly undersized frame.

Fantasy Stock

With guys like Tee Higgins and Bryan Edwards not participating in the 2020 combine, Ruggs could be climbing the draft board after his performance. His big-play ability makes him an intriguing option in 2020 fantasy leagues as he could blow up during any week of the season.

 

Bryan Edwards, South Carolina

6’2″ 212 lbs

Bryan Edwards did not work out in the 2020 combine because he has a broken foot.

 

Justin Jefferson, LSU
6’1” 2/8 202 lbs
40-yard dash: 4.43 seconds

 

Overall, Justin Jefferson showed scouts he’s a well-rounded player. He posted a good 40-yard dash and looked like a complete player during most on-field drills. Jefferson made his first over-the-shoulder look effortless. Justin showed a good pace during his gauntlet drill. He turned and burned well at the end of his first but stumbled a bit on his second. His sideline drill has a little mediocre but he still impressed a lot of scouts.

Fantasy Stock

Jefferson could find himself climbing draft boards as well. He could turn into something special in the right system with enough time but I doubt he will start breaking records in 2020.

 

Antonio Gandy-Golden, Liberty
6’4” 223 lbs
Bench Press: 22 reps

 

I was personally pretty impressed with Gandy-Golden. His stature and strength are NFL-ready. His burst speed isn’t great, but I think that’s forgivable given his size. Antonio ran a 4.6 40-yard dash. He showed his impressive hands during the combine’s on-field drills with a nice over-the-shoulder on his first run. He also ran an effortless gauntlet.

Fantasy Stock

I could see Gandy-Golden heading to a team that needs a possession receiver. I think he’s got the physicality to start performing immediately in the NFL.

 

Quintez Cephus, Wisconsin
6’0” 7/8 202 lbs
Bench Press: 23 reps

 

Agility and burst speed were some of the biggest concerns for Cephus heading into the 2020 combine. His 40-yard dash was poor (4.73 seconds) but his 3 cone drill (7.2 seconds) and 20-yard shuttle (4.33) weren’t too shabby. Cephus looked good in the gauntlet drill but his hands were pretty hard.

Fantasy Stock

It’s difficult to predict where Quintez might land. He had some off-field issues in his collegiate career and his draft stock may hinge on his team interviews. That being said, he seems to be in good enough shape to immediately perform in the NFL.

 

– Ryan Kruse (@ryanpkruse)