2024 NFL Scouting Combine: Fastest 40-yard dash times for wide receivers

In what looks to be a loaded class in the 2024 NFL Draft, the wide receivers took to the field Saturday in Indianapolis at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine. They broke into two groups to run the 40-yard dash, and the fastest times are in.

In the first go-round, former Texas standout Xavier Worthy stole the show, logging an unofficial 4.22-second 40-yard dash to lead the wide receivers – topping his 4.25-second first run to tie the Combine record. The official times came in shortly after, and it became a 4.21. The next closest time was former LSU star Brian Thomas Jr., who checked in at 4.34 seconds to finish second in the group.

Here’s the full breakdown of the 40-yard dash times for wide receivers. All times are unofficial.

Xavier Worthy, Texas – 4.22 seconds

As if the hype wasn’t already building around Xavier Worthy, teams know his name now. His 4.22u stands as the best time in the history of the NFL Scouting Combine, and that adds to his potential to work his way into the first round of the 2024 draft.

Worthy is coming off a monster year at Texas, totaling 1,014 receiving yards and five touchdowns. A fringe first-round pick entering the Combine, it’s safe to say he won’t have to worry much about falling into the second round with that kind of speed.

Brian Thomas Jr., LSU – 4.34 seconds

While Malik Nabers gets most of the hype as an LSU receiver in the draft, Brian Thomas proved he might not be that far off. He turned in the second-best time of the day at 4.34 seconds as he, too, tries to get into the first round.

Thomas was the No. 2 option in Baton Rouge this past season, but he put up the numbers of a top receiver. He had 1,177 yards and 17 touchdowns as a key piece of the LSU offense to help Jayden Daniels to a Heisman Trophy.

Adonai Mitchell, Texas – 4.35 seconds

After two years at Georgia, Adonai Mitchell became a key target for Quinn Ewers in Texas’ high-powered offense. He put together a big season, hauling in 55 receptions for 845 yards and 11 touchdowns to generate some NFL hype.

Mitchell added to that chatter with his performance in the 40-yard dash, as well. His time led all wide receivers and is helping start more of a discussion about his draft hopes with so much talent at the position.

Tez Walker, North Carolina – 4.36 seconds

It wasn’t the year Tez Walker necessarily envisioned with eligibility issues to start the year. After getting back on the field for North Carolina, he became the top target for Drake Maye and looks like he’s ready to hear his name called in the NFL Draft.

In eight games, Walker hauled in 41 receptions for 699 yards and seven touchdowns. He then showcased his speed in the 40-yard dash with one of the top times at 4.36 seconds.

Jacob Cowing, Arizona – 4.38 seconds

Another notable transfer receiver, Jacob Cowing impressed in two seasons at Arizona. His biggest year came in 2022 when he had 1,034 yards and seven touchdowns, but followed that up with 13 touchdown receptions in 2023.

Cowing also has impressive speed, finishing just behind Adonai Mitchell with a 4.38-second 40-yard dash. He could find himself as a sleeper pick in the draft.

Xavier Legette, South Carolina – 4.39 seconds

In a conversation with 5GOATs last month, Xavier Legette made it clear he planned on putting on a show at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine. He did just that on his second run, breaking through with a 4.39-second 40-yard dash.

Legette is coming off the best year of his career at South Carolina, hauling in 71 receptions for 1,255 yards and seven touchdowns to lead the Gamecocks. He has been projected as a second-round pick with first-round upset, and his performance in Indianapolis likely helped cement that status.

Ladd McConkey, Georgia – 4.40 seconds

Although he dealt with his share of injury issues at Georgia, there was no denying Ladd McConkey was one of the most exciting playmakers in the SEC. His speed was a big part of that, and his 4.40-second 40-yard dash proved that.

McConkey also has elite route-running ability, and that helped with his success in Athens. Over three years at UGA, he finished with 1,687 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns while also adding 216 rushing yards and four touchdowns on the ground.

Anthony Gould, Oregon State – 4.40 seconds

Anthony Gould is coming off the best year of his career at Oregon State in 2023, finishing with 718 receiving yards and two touchdowns for the Beavers. He also put his speed on display in Indianapolis, finishing with a 4.41-second 40-yard dash.

Gould ended his time in Corvallis with 1,360 yards and six touchdowns over four years with Oregon State. He hasn’t generated much chatter yet as one of the top receiver prospects, but in such a highly touted class, he could make an impression on scouts with his performance at the Combine.

Troy Franklin, Oregon – 4.41 seconds

A focal point of Oregon’s potent offense in 2023, Troy Franklin could also be in the mix as an early round pick come April. His time of 4.41 seconds ranked in the top 10 of the wide receivers in the 40-yard dash as he hopes to do just that.

Franklin was a top target for Bo Nix and totaled 1,383 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns in 2023. It wasn’t just a one-year thing, either, after an 891-yard, nine-touchdown showing as a sophomore in 2022.

Roman Wilson, Michigan – 4.40 seconds

J.J. McCarthy’s favorite target at Michigan this past season, Roman Wilson also possesses some high upside in the draft. He rounded out the Top 10 times for the wide receivers in the 40-yard dash, turning in a 4.40-second run.

Wilson had a big year in 2023 to help the Wolverines win their first national championship since 1997. He hauled in 48 receptions for 789 yards and 12 touchdowns to lead the charge.

Rest of the 40-yard dash times for WRs at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine

Ricky Pearsall, Florida – 4.41 seconds
Jha’Quan Jackson, Tulane – 4.42 seconds
Bub Means, Pitt – 4.43 seconds
Ryan Flournoy, Southeast Missouri State – 4.44 seconds
Lideatrick Griffin, Mississippi State – 4.44 seconds
Cornelius Johnson, Michigan – 4.45 seconds
Rome Odunze, Washington – 4.45 seconds
Jermaine Burton, Alabama – 4.46 seconds
Jamari Thrash, Louisville – 4.46 seconds
Luke McCaffrey, Rice – 4.47 seconds
Malik Washington, Virginia – 4.47 seconds
Jalen McMillan, Washington – 4.48 seconds
Devaughn Vele, Utah – 4.48 seconds
Brenden Rice, USC – 4.50 seconds
Ja’Lynn Polk, Washington – 4.52 seconds
Johnny Wilson, Florida State – 4.53 seconds
Javon Baker, UCF – 4.54 seconds
Jalen Coker, Holy Cross – 4.57 seconds
Keon Coleman, Florida State – 4.62 seconds
Isaiah Williams, Illinois – 4.64 seconds

The 2024 NFL Draft will be held in Detroit, Michigan, with the first round on Thursday, April 25. Then, the second and third rounds will be April 26, and the fourth through seventh rounds April 27. Before that, the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine runs through March 4 in Indianapolis.