2025 NFL Scouting Combine: Top 10 fastest 40-yard dash times for wide receivers

On one of the biggest days of the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, the skill players took center stage. Two groups of wide receivers took the field at Lucas Oil Stadium, and the Top 10 fastest 40-yard dash times are in.

All eyes were on Isaiah Bond, the former Texas star who predicted he’d break the record set by fellow former Longhorn Xavier Worthy. He came up short, though, as he clocked in at 4.39 seconds. But teammate Matthew Golden was impressive with 4.29 seconds to lead the groups.

Golden’s figure put him inside the Top 10 fastest 40-yard dash times ever for a wide receiver at the event. Here are the Top 10 fastest runs at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine.

1. Matthew Golden, Texas – 4.29 seconds

The fastest wide receiver at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, Matthew Golden shined in the 40-yard dash. He clocked in at 4.29 seconds to become one of the fastest wide receivers to ever run in the event.

Golden was a key contributor at Texas in 2024 as the Longhorns made it back to the College Football Playoff semifinals. He led the SEC with nine receiving touchdowns to go with 987 receiving yards to lead the Longhorns.

2. Dont’e Thornton, Tennessee – 4.30 seconds

Tennessee’s top deep threat a year ago, Dont’e Thornton showed why he was so valuable on Rocky Top during the 40-yard dash. He came in at 4.30 seconds at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine to rank second among wide receivers.

Thornton was Nico Iamaleava’s top target for big plays this past year. He led the SEC with 25.4 yards per reception while totaling 661 yards and six touchdowns.

3. Chimere Dike, Florida – 4.34 seconds

After transferring to Florida from Wisconsin, Chimere Dike flourished as a top target for DJ Lagway and Graham Mertz. His speed was a big reason why, and he showed it with a 4.34-second run in the 40-yard dash on Saturday.

Dike had a big season in Gainesville, hauling in 42 receptions for 783 yards. He also added two touchdowns for Florida as the Gators surged toward the end of the year.

4. Jaylin Lane, Virginia Tech – 4.35 seconds

Checking in as one of the four fastest receivers in the 40-yard dash, Jaylin Lane impressed at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. He came in at 4.35 seconds to rank in the top half of wide receivers in the event.

Lane spent two years at Virginia Tech after starting his college career at Middle Tennessee State. In 2024, he had 466 receiving yards and two touchdowns after totaling 538 yards and six touchdowns in 2023.

5. Arian Smith, Georgia  – 4.36 seconds

Georgia’s leading receiver this past season, Arian Smith put his speed on full display during the 40-yard dash. At 4.36 seconds, he ranked among the Top 10 fastest wide receivers.

Smith had a big year in 2024 as Carson Beck’s top target. He led UGA with 817 receiving yards while adding four touchdowns as a fifth-year senior.

6. Tai Felton, Maryland – 4.37 seconds

A three-year starter at Maryland, Tai Felton used his speed to light up opposing defenses. His 4.37-second run in the 40-yard dash showed what he’s capable of as a deep threat, as well.

Felton set multiple career-highs in 2024 as he hauled in 98 receptions for 1,124 yards and nine touchdowns to lead the Terrapins. With 93.7 receiving yards per game, he led the Big Ten as a senior in College Park.

T7. KeAndre Lambert-Smith, Auburn – 4.38 seconds

The biggest addition to Auburn’s offense in 2024, KeAndre Lambert-Smith turned on the jets at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. He snuck into the Top 10 fastest wide receivers in the 40-yard dash at 4.38 seconds.

Lambert-Smith began his career at Penn State before arriving on The Plains in 2024. He had the best numbers of his career, totaling 981 receiving yards and six touchdowns as the top target.

T7. Jordan Watkins, Ole Miss – 4.38 seconds

One of the biggest beneficiaries in Ole Miss’ high-powered offense, Jordan Watkins used his speed to wreak havoc on opposing defense. With a 4.38-second 40-yard dash, he also had it on full display at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine.

Watkins led the SEC with nine receiving touchdowns in 2024 while sitting second on the Ole Miss roster with 906 receiving yards. That put him just behind teammate Tre Harris, and his draft stock is sure to be one to watch after his performance on Saturday.

T9. Isaiah Bond, Texas – 4.39 seconds

Perhaps the most-anticipated 40-yard dash on Saturday, Isaiah Bond was the second former Texas star in the Top 4 among wide receivers. He officially came in at 4.39 seconds on his second attempt.

Bond spent one year at Texas after transferring from Alabama. He shined as one of Quinn Ewers’ top targets, hauling in 34 catches for 540 yards and five touchdowns to help the Longhorns to the College Football Playoff semifinals.

T9. Jaylin Noel, Iowa State – 4.39 seconds

One of the top receivers in the Big 12 in 2024, Jaylin Noel managed to sneak into the Top 10 fastest receivers at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. At 4.39 seconds, he tied Isaiah Bond for ninth among WRs.

Noel had his first career 1,000-yard season in 2024 to lead the Iowa State offense. He totaled 1,194 yards and eight touchdowns to help the Cyclones keep pace in a jam-packed big 12.

Rest of the WRs’ 40-yard dash times

Kyle Williams, Washington State – 4.40 seconds
Luther Burden III, Missouri – 4.41 seconds
Tory Horton, Colorado State – 4.41 seconds
Dominic Lovett, Georgia – 4.41 seconds
Isaiah Neyor, Nebraska – 4.41 seconds
Jalen Royals, Utah State – 4.42 seconds
Elijhah Badger, Florida – 4.43 seconds
Elic Ayomanor, Stanford – 4.44 seconds
Sam Brown Jr., Miami – 4.44 seconds
Isaac TeSlaa, Arkansas – 4.44 seconds
Jimmy Horn Jr., Colorado – 4.46 seconds
Kaden Prather, Maryland – 4.46 seconds
Jayden Higgins, Iowa State – 4.47 seconds
LaJohntay Wester, Colorado – 4.47 seconds
Savion Williams, TCU – 4.49 seconds
Da’Quan Felton, Virginia Tech – 4.50 seconds
Roc Taylor, Memphis – 4.50 seconds
Andrew Armstrong, Arkansas – 4.51 seconds
Tez Johnson, Oregon – 4.51 seconds
Tre Harris, Ole Miss – 4.54 seconds
Traeshon Holden, Oregon – 4.57 seconds
Kobe Hudson, UCF – 4.57 seconds
Theo Wease Jr., Missouri – 4.57 seconds
Nick Nash, San Jose State – 4.58 seconds
Juice Wells, Ole Miss – 4.58 seconds
Konata Mumpfield, Pitt – 4.60 seconds
Pat Bryant, Illinois – 4.61 seconds
Ricky White III, UNLV – 4.61 seconds
Josh Kelly, Texas Tech – 4.70 seconds

The 2025 NFL Scouting Combine runs through the weekend at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. From there, the sprint is on to Green Bay for the NFL Draft April 24-26.