2026 NFL Scouting Combine Takeaways: Biggest Winners, Risers & Draft Stock Shifts

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down the biggest winners from the 2026 NFL Combine, highlighting the prospects whose elite testing numbers and on-field drills sent their draft stock soaring ahead of the NFL Draft.

Brad and Alex discuss why Jeremiah Love may have cemented himself as a top-5 pick after an explosive 4.36 forty at over 200 pounds, and how Mike Washington’s blazing 4.33 speed and elite jumps may have launched him into the Day 2 conversation.

The guys dive into some of the most jaw-dropping athletic performances in Indianapolis, including quarterback Taylen Green’s historic testing numbers, wide receiver Brennan Thompson becoming the fastest player at the combine, and several explosive receivers like Chris Brazzell, Zachariah Branch, and Deion Burks who helped their draft stock with elite speed.

They also analyze standout performances from the defensive side of the ball, including Sonny Styles’ freakish linebacker workout, Arvell Reese’s top-5 upside, and edge rushers David Bailey, and Malachi Lawrence who flashed rare size-speed combinations.

The episode also highlights record-setting performances from defensive backs and tight ends, including Dylan Thieneman’s first-round caliber safety workout, D’Angelo Ponds’ elite 43.5" vertical, and tight ends Kenyon Sadiq and Eli Stowers, who led one of the most athletic TE groups ever recorded at the combine.

From historic athletic testing to positional trends across the league, Brad and Alex break down which prospects helped themselves the most in Indianapolis and what it means for the 2026 NFL Draft.

If you're looking for 2026 NFL Draft risers, NFL Combine winners, and in-depth draft analysis, this is the episode you want.

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