2026 NFL Combine: Defensive backs set new speed record

Defensive backs dominated the 2026 NFL Combine, with the fastest group of cornerbacks and safeties ever recorded. The fastest 40‑yard dash was a 4.32 by Missouri’s Toriano Pride Jr., followed by a 4.38 by Georgia’s Daylen Everette and a 4.41 by Stephen F. Austin’s Charles Demmings. The class also produced standout performances from Washington’s Tacario Davis and other prospects, all showcasing elite speed and athleticism.

In addition to the secondary, tight ends Kenyan Sadiq and Eli Stowers set new Combine records, underscoring the depth of talent across positions. The New York Giants, who have a need in the secondary, are likely to take notice of this deep class of defensive backs.