Three Early Winners From the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine

In a college football game between Tennessee and UTEP, defensive lineman James Pearce Jr. (27) sacked UTEP quarterback JP Pickles (19) at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. Pearce showcased freakish speed and explosiveness with a 4.5-second 40-yard time, positioning himself as a top-10 target for teams like the Carolina Panthers and Chicago Bears. Meanwhile, South Carolina’s Nick Emmanwori impressed at the NFL Combine with straight A’s in his performance, solidifying his status as a first-round selection alongside players like Malaki Starks and Xavier Watts. Additionally, Virginia Tech’s Bhayshul Tuten stood out as the fastest running back at the combine with a 4.32-second 40-yard time, catching the attention of teams like the Denver Broncos in need of an RB1 to pair with Bo Nix.

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