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NFL Scouting Combine 2024 Day 3 Winners & Losers (QB, RB & WR)

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The biggest interview is upon these amazing college athletes. Every February they are poked and prodded to measure up to the competition to be put under a microscope which can either improve or lower their draft stock.

We are discussing winners and losers for the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine for quarterback, running back and wide receiver. We will discuss how their performance can change where they possibly land and how this can affect your dynasty and redraft leagues for 2024. Let’s see who has improved or hurt their draft stock.

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Quarterback

Caleb Williams

Coming into this draft as the QB1 and clear-cut number one overall draft pick, Caleb Williams is coming into the combine by not participating in the throwing drills. There isn’t a lot he can do or prove that he needs to throw, but he is participating in measurements and of course conversing with teams. I am looking forward to his shuttle and 40-yard dash to show off his athleticism if he does ultimately participate in the drills.

Outcome: Winner

I know it’s the easy answer but unfortunately there wasn’t anything Caleb could do to improve or hurt his stock. He will be the 1.01 this upcoming draft and should be in all rookie dynasty drafts.

Jayden Daniels

With Jayden Daniels not throwing, the biggest focus for him this week is to show his athleticism. I would’ve loved to have seen him throw like many others, but the 40-yard dash and other drills could help elevate Daniels this upcoming draft. He is seen as the QB2 and expected to be a top 5 pick. Any team drafting the Heisman winning quarterback will be glad they did.

Outcome: Winner

We didn’t learn much from an official athletic standpoint, but interviews sounded like they did well, and his team mentality is great. Jayden didn’t hurt his stock and should end up as the second overall quarterback off the board.

J.J. McCarthy

McCarthy has the biggest gain this week. He has committed to throwing and drills which could help his draft stock. J.J. McCarthy wasn’t asked to throw a lot in Michigan compared to Jayden Daniels or Caleb Williams so the combine could help his stock rise. Teams want to see how performs with other receivers and if he can make the throws. I wouldn’t be surprised if he turns out to be the big winner after this.

Outcome: Neutral

I wanted to put him in the winner circle, but he didn’t wow me at the beginning of the throwing drills. He started to get comfortable and made some great throws but not enough to move his stock. I still think teams have question marks due to the lack of usage at Michigan.

Drake Maye

Drake Maye comes into the draft with an impressive arm. Showed talent, making big plays and ability to throw in congested areas. Downside to Maye has been his ability to go for the big play and a little too confident in his arm causing turnovers. Maye decided not to throw at the combine so there are still questions I have but he clearly believes he is in a great spot with draft.

Outcome: Neutral

I don’t believe Maye hurt or improved his stock. I have him as the third best quarterback in this draft and I believe after the combine, he is still there. Had Maye possibly thrown, there’s a chance he could’ve risen behind Caleb Williams, or he stayed behind Jayden Daniels. Maye measured as a prototypical quarterback size at 6’4″ 223lbs.

Bo Nix

Bo Nix comes into the draft second in passing yards with 4,508 and FBS leading 45 passing touchdowns. He still has a lot to prove in the combine, going through passing drills and his interview process. How he breaks down routes and reads will be important to help him in the draft process. I don’t expect him to be a first-round pick but a year behind a veteran this upcoming season can benefit him and the team, possibly getting a steal for any dynasty owners who draft him.

Outcome: Winner

I’m giving Nix the winner status based off his ability to make adjustments to receivers he has no connection with. Watching him throw during the drills, sure there were a couple of misses, but he threw well. Able to make almost every throw and footwork looked great.

Michael Penix Jr.

Talking about FBS leading, Michael Penix Jr. led the FBS in passing yards with 4,903 and helped his team get to the National Championship. He comes into the draft as either the third QB or fourth depending on who you ask and what time of day it is. So, the combine is very important to help his draft stock before April arrives. He has a good but not great arm, so passing drills will be important and his movement will be huge. He is one quarterback that absolutely can see himself move up from the second to first round in the draft and easily become a first-round fantasy pick.

Outcome: Winner

Penix Jr comes into the combine with a couple question marks. Biggest was his medical history. He had nothing but great news from the medical standpoint which I believe only helps his draft stock. He also had measured at 6’2″ 216lbs and 10 1/2″ hands, with his size and ability to move in the pocket, he could be a great second round rookie pick.

Spencer Rattler

Coming out of the Senior Bowl as the MVP, Spencer Rattler is looking to shine at the combine to improve his draft stock. A little bit of a gun slinger mentality which causes turnovers and affects his team. Accuracy and reads will be his biggest area of growth. Athletic quarterback and should show up well in the drills. I look forward to seeing him in the passing drills.

Outcome: Loser

Officially measured at 6’0″ and 211lbs, a little smaller than you would’ve liked to have seen from Rattler. He didn’t do enough to really improve his value and going off his athletic measurements and game film, not quite sure he can be worth more than a late rookie third round pick.

 

 

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Running Back

Blake Corum

Blake was the feature player for the National Champs at Michigan, he’s a smaller back (5’7″) with big upside. Great runner between the tackles and can punish defenses, especially late in the game.
His receiving aspect is something to be desired, but I look forward to seeing how he performs in Indy with the receiving gauntlet. Something to look forward to seeing is how he performs in the shuttle and 40-yard dash, which could help or hurt his draft stock.

Outcome: Winner

Corum looked great in the drills. Showed great feet, ability to use head movements while breaking in and out of breaks. Measuring over 200lbs was also a plus and finishing his 40-yard dash with a 4.53 was great which should keep Corum as a day two player this draft.

Bucky Irving

Size is the biggest concern for Bucky Irving coming into the draft. Small backs are starting to show value in the NFL like James Cook or DeVon Achane. Speed will be something to watch for at the combine. He’s explosive and has shown great value in the receiving game leading the FBS in receptions with 56. His shuttle and receiving gauntlet should help his stock in April.

Outcome: Loser

Bucky showed great explosion and speed in the bag drills but underwhelmed in the 40-yard dash with 4.55 seconds and 10-yard split with 1.54 seconds. Great feet and movement through the drills as well as performing well in the receiving aspect. He didn’t help his stock but could end up being a steal for someone in the draft.

Ray Davis

Coming into the draft he has had over 1,000 rushing yards with three different colleges. Received a 69.6 PFF grade for receiving which adds value for him for any future team. A natural runner through blockers and shows patience. The combine can only help when he shows his quick feet, receiving capability and athleticism. I look forward to seeing how Ray Davis performs in the 40-yard dash and improve his stock.

Outcome: Neutral

Davis had an average 40-yard dash with 4.52 seconds but performed well in the bag drills and receiving aspect at the combine. He has good size at 5’8″ and 211lbs with the quick feet and able to run smooth routes out of the backfield. I didn’t see his stock move much at all, keeping in the same spot I had him before.

Jonathon Brooks

Brooks finally got his shot to start after following Bijan Robinson and Roschon Johnson. Finished with 10 TDs on the ground and showed great running ability. Could be the top back coming into the draft even after tearing his ACL November 11th against TCU. Jonathon Brooks is heading to Indy and expected to participate in interviews discuss where he is at in his rehab process.

Outcome: Neutral

Still in rehab from his torn ACL, Brooks shared the latest in that with team interviews. He shared everything is ahead of schedule and will be ready by training camps. At this point in the draft process, Brooks is expected to be the first running back off the board and an early to mid-second round picks in most rookie drafts.

MarShawn Lloyd

One of the best pass-catching running backs coming out of college this draft class. Great lateral movement and acceleration, which showed at the Senior Bowl. The combine should only help Lloyd moving up in the draft. Showing his ability in the shuttle and the gauntlet. Senior Bowl helped him a lot more, but I only imagine the combine helped his draft stock.

Outcome: Winner

Lloyd looked great at the combine and showed his natural running ability. Had great footwork and hip movement throughout his drills. Had a great 40-yard dash with a 4.46 and comes in at 220lbs. Coming off the Senior Bowl and now a good combine, his stock is rising.

Audric Estime

My dark horse going into the NFL draft, Estime looks to use the combine to really move himself up in the draft. He’s a big back with that bruiser mentality and a pure runner. Graded high for PFF with a rushing grade of 94.0 and will look to show his athleticism with drills and the 40-yard dash. He does need to improve in the passing game, but he will be drafted to be the David Montgomery type back.

Outcome: Loser

Disappointing is the key word here. I myself had him as one of my favorites coming into the rookie draft but unfortunately didn’t perform well at the combine. He looks like a pure runner, especially grading well in college but had the worst 40-yard dash among participating running backs with a 4.71. He had a strong 10-yard split and broad jump, but the 40-yard dash will affect his draft stock.

Braelon Allen

A large back coming into the draft with pre-combine measurements at 6’2″ and 245lbs, he has a lot to prove if he is as dynamic and quick as he is physical. He is still learning the position transitioning from linebacker (where he was recruited as) to running back. He has shown signs and possible development to turn into a three down back with the right coaching staff and scheme. With the shuttle, 10-yard split and 40-yard dash, it can absolutely help or hurt him for sure with the questions some teams have but he is expected to be one of the top backs this year.

Outcome: Loser

Braelon chose not to run the 40-yard dash which I believe could’ve been a way to improve his stock. A big question mark for him is his athleticism and how he shows up. Without performing in the 40 or some of the other athletic drills, I have to lower him a little.

Trey Benson

A very patient runner at times, reads his blocks well but tends to take the outside lane more often due to his quick burst. Should perform well in showing his burst and in the receiving aspect in the gauntlet. His measurements in body size should help his stock as well. I can’t wait to see how he performs in drills that focus on his feet and hip movement which could help his dynasty value.

Outcome: Winner

What a way to help really improve his draft stock. Benson had a 4.39 40-yard dash and showed up well in his vertical and broad jump that he is slowly moving up as one of the best backs in this class. At 6’0″ and 216lbs, he has the size to be an every down back and with his athletic drills coming in as one of the best, I can see him as an early second round rookie pick.

Emani Bailey

One of my favorite running backs coming into the draft. Watched him at the Senior Bowl and he looked great. Running through the lanes and showed patience and elusiveness. Tends to be an outside the tackle runner that can miss open lanes. Showed value in the receiving game and can be eased into an offense when he shows better pass blocking ability. The drills in the combine should help his stock rise and become nice late second or third round draft in your rookie draft.

Outcome: Loser

Coming out of the Senior Bowl, Bailey’s stock was slowly rising. His 4.61 40-yard dash didn’t necessarily improve where he stands with his peers. He had to show up well in drills and have a bit better 40 to help himself become a potential backup in the NFL. He now falls into a stronger value on a team as the third down receiving back which has little value in your upcoming rookie draft.

 

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Wide Receiver

Troy Franklin

Franklin is coming into the combine and draft as a top receiver in April. He is very explosive (estimated 4.35 40), and his big-play ability allows him to open up the deep threat in any offensive scheme he’s in. His biggest concern really is his route tree and his lighter frame, so I’m curious how he will measure out and can’t wait to see his route running.

Outcome: Neutral

Franklin impressed at the combine with his athleticism but didn’t quite run in the 4.3s as some had expected. He ran a 4.41 40-yard dash and a strong broad jump. Where I wish he would’ve shown improvement was his route running. There were still many times he didn’t have his feet under him properly and routes weren’t crisp and rounded off instead.

Keon Coleman

One of the larger and big play receivers coming into the draft is Keon Coleman. Led Florida State with 11 receiving touchdowns and immediately was a star there. His size and 40-yard dash will be a big test for him in Indy, which could help his draft position for sure. I look forward to seeing his route work and adjustment to deep routes during the drills.

Outcome: Loser

I may have a different opinion than others on Coleman but watching him all season at Florida State, the questions I had for him coming into the combine didn’t get answered. He finished with a 4.61 40-yard dash which isn’t too surprising since Coleman is a better athlete with the ball in his hand than prior, with that said, the lack of explosion and route running still has question marks that will need to be improved upon when he’s in the league. Separation and route tree needs to improve.

Ladd McConkey

McConkey didn’t originally come into this upcoming draft as a huge name, but the Senior Bowl really helped elevate his exposure which he took full advantage of. He was graded as one of the best receivers in college against single man coverage. He showed great burst and ability to get open in space. What I am looking forward to at the combine for him is that his 40-yard dash is great and his 3-cone drill and 10-yard split. Just to validate his burst and athleticism.

Outcome: Winner

McConkey only helped himself this upcoming April. Very explosive receiver, smooth route runner and natural-hand catcher. His 186lbs will always be a concern in the next level but if he can gain 5-8lbs of muscle, that should improve his longevity. Last thing to talk about is his 40-yard dash of 4.39 opened a lot of eyes and his rookie draft stock rose.

Luke McCaffrey

A talented athlete, Luke comes into the combine needing to prove something. Coming out of college only playing wide receiver for two years, he’s still a bit unpolished and learning the position. Has good size and shows soft hands, allowing himself to be very consistent when thrown to. I look forward to seeing how he performs in the drills and what his speed looks like

Outcome: Neutral

Outdoing his brother Christian McCaffrey is no easy task but Luke was able to do that in the 40-yard dash but by beating him by .01. Luke had a 4.46 dash and showed up well in the receiving aspects of the combine but didn’t quite stand out. Again, transitioning from quarterback to wide receiver does put Luke a bit behind, especially in this deep class. He should find himself in a good position and could be worth a third-round pick.

Rome Odunze

The finalist for the Biletnikoff Award, Odunze comes off an amazing junior year, finishing with 87 receptions for 1,553 yards and 13 touchdowns. Being part of that great Washington offense really showed off his skillset. Odunze measurements and drills at Indy I believe can only help him move up and get closer to Nabers and Marvin Harrison Jr.

Outcome: Winner

What isn’t there to like about Odunze’s game? He had a 4.45 40-yard dash and 10′ 4″ broad jump. Looked great in the receiving drills all with a 6’3″ and 212lb frame. His interviews and on field measurements puts Odunze as the wide receiver three in this class.

Marvin Harrison Jr

For many, Marvin Harrison Jr is the clear-cut number one wide receiver coming into the draft. With that said, Harrison Jr decided not to participate in the combine but will have interviews with teams. He is a great route technician, aware of space and coverage. Allowing his frame and hands to catch just about any pass his way with a 60% contested catch percentage. His focus is the draft.

Outcome: Neutral

Marvin Harrison Jr completed team interviews while in Indy but other than that, didn’t participate. As the first wide receiver off the board, there wasn’t anything he need to prove.

Malik Nabers

Another amazing LSU wide receiver talent heading into the draft. Leaving LSU as the all-time leader in receiving yards (3,003) he comes in as the other wide receiver one. Amazing route runner and the ability to move inside and out. With Harrison Jr not participating in drills, this gives Nabers a chance to possibly move ahead of him and being the first receiver off the board.

Outcome: Neutral

Like Marvin Harrison Jr, he didn’t participate at the combine and will do so at his pro day. He measured in at 6’0″ and 200lbs but until his pro day, at this point he is currently right behind Harrison Jr.

Brian Thomas Jr

Following behind Nabers is Brian Thomas Jr, comes out of LSU as another great talent. Had a great season finishing as FBS receiving touchdown leader with 17 and over 1,000 receiving yards. Very explosive and the ability to open up defenses, the combine should show off that athleticism. What I want to see are his routes and if he can keep them clean and crisp, which could help his stock.

Outcome: Winner

What an athlete. Measuring in at 6’3″  and 209lbs, Brian had a strong 40-yard dash with 4.33 seconds and a strong start off the line. Showed an improvement in his routes at the combine and did a great jump in the gauntlet without affecting his speed. His stock has risen for sure.

Devontez Walker

Tez Walker is coming into the combine with something to prove. Coming away from the Senior Bowl, there seemed to be questions added to his game. He struggled to make plays but was thrown to a lot in the game. In college he was a great playmaker, able to win 50-50 contested passes and with his frame, the ability to run after the catch. The 40-yard dash and gauntlet should help before the draft.

Outcome: Winner

I’m giving him the winner tag because he showed improvement at the combine. His speed off the line and 40-yard dash of 4.36 was great. Now being that this is a controlled environment and no true competition, I still have some hesitation with him but his athleticism and if drafted by the right team, could make Tez a steal in your rookie draft.

Xavier Worthy

The combine will be a big step for Worthy. His measurements, more specifically weight size, and his 40-yard dash could either hurt or keep his stock strong. Very explosive receiver, absolute deep threat and can make plays after the catch. I can’t wait to see his route tree and the ability to keep his speed through routes while making adjustments on the deep pass.

Outcome: Winner

The talk of the combine for day 3, Worthy broke the 40-yard dash record with a 4.21. With his size, 5’11” and 165lbs, he showed amazing explosion. He had a 41″ vertical and a 10’11” broad jump. The only knock currently for him is his 165lb frame, but his ability to run and create mismatches will be any offensive coordinators dream player.

Roman Wilson

Roman comes into the draft as great intermediate and deep route runner. Wasn’t utilized a lot at Michigan which focused on the run game. This combine will be important for him to show his athleticism and ability to run the route tree. A bit on the smaller size compared to a lot of his peers but his smooth routes and consistent hands should help him become a solid draft pick. Especially in late second early third rounds.

Outcome: Winner

Wilson leaves the combine as a winner with his ability to run great routes, a 40-yard dash of 4.39 and natural hands. He is a highly efficient route-runner with sudden breaks, good salesmanship, and the necessary burst to create separation. His size 5’11” and 185lbs is his only real knock on him.

Xavier Legette

One of my favorite receivers in this class, Xavier Legette comes into this class as a great route runner. He had a strong PFF grade of 86.1 against man coverage and the ability to go deep. I look forward to his 40-yard dash and his talent to show his crisp routes, especially in-and-out routes.

Outcome: Winner

Finishing his 40-yard dash with a 4.39 helped his stock. Measuring at 6’1″ and 211lbs, his route running has some concerns where he can’t keep his feet under him, but he has great hands and shows his big play ability. His vertical 40″ and broad jump 10’6″ show that he can be explosive and be a threat deep.

Adonai Mitchell

“AD” Mitchell is going to wow many in this upcoming draft. He has incredible body control, coordination, and ball-tracking ability working the boundary. He has outstanding hands, able to grab almost any pass his way without having to use his body. Can easily transition into a pro system and the combine should show his athleticism helping his draft stock rise.

Outcome: Winner

Mitchell absolutely improved his stock and should be drafted in the first round in April. His 4.34 40-yard dash only validated his deep threat capability. He has a great frame at 6’2″ and 205lbs, with a strong broad jump of 11’4″ but I would’ve loved to have seen a better vertical. He will be a late first round rookie draft pick.

Johnny Wilson

Now a big question for Johnny is going to be his size. One of the bigger receivers in this class, it has already been brought up by some NFL teams about him transitioning into an off the line tight end, using his athleticism in mismatches. He should show up well in the 40-yard dash and the gauntlet but I’m curious how he will do in the receiving drills adjusting to quarterbacks he’s not used to.

Outcome: Loser

With all of the talent in this class, Wilson will unfortunately be someone who could fall in the draft. With his size 6’6″ and 231lbs, he seems like a great red zone threat, but teams are hoping he would transition to tight end. He had a good 40-yard dash with 4.52 which is impressive due to his size, but he didn’t stand out and because of that, I believe his stock won’t rise.

Jamari Thrash

Thrash comes in with some question marks. One big one is his ability to improve on his catching, where his seems to struggle. He has great ball tracking skills on deep routes and his ability to get open with an arsenal of moves against defensive backs. His overall size and athleticism will be in question, but he should perform well in the 40-yard dash and shuttle.

Outcome: Neutral

Measuring at 6’0″ and 188lbs, there wasn’t much Thrash could do to improve his stock. Had a 4.46 40-yard dash and a 34″ vertical. He would’ve had to have an impressive 40 or broad jump to possibly stand out a bit among this deep wide receiver class.

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