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Combine tests consist of body measurements, physical tests and position-specific drills. Physical tests are used to determine a player's size, speed, quickness and strength. Position drills allow players to demonstrate their ability in fundamental skill areas necessary for their position.
Body Measurements
Height
Height and weight measurements determine a player's size. Height is measured to 1/8th of an inch accuracy.
Weight
Weight is measured to the nearest pound.
Body Photo
The body portrait provides a visual image of a player's body type and build. Players are photographed from the front wearing shorts only.
Hand Span
Spread hand is measured from tip of thumb to tip of pinky.
Arm Length
Extended arm is measured from shoulder blade to tip of middle finger.
Physical Tests
40 Yard Dash
The 40 yard dash is a measure of straight ahead speed. Each player runs twice. Two times are recorded for each run. The best time is used for scoring purposes. Timing is done by pro scouts.
20 Yard Short Shuttle
The 20 yard short shuttle is a measure of quickness. Each player is timed twice, once to the left and once to the right. Both times are recorded. The best time is scored.
Vertical Jump
The vertical jump is a measure of lower body strength. The test is conducted using the Vertec measuring device. Each player jumps twice. The highest jump is scored.
225lb. Bench Press
The 225 pound bench press is a measure of upper body strength. Each player completes as many repetitions as possible.
Position Drills
QB
QB's are filmed in isolation performing 3, 5 and 7 step drops and also throw to WR's in one-on-one coverage against DB's.
RB/TE vs LB
Running Backs and Tight Ends compete against Linebackers in man coverage during a one-on-one passing drill. The offensive player selects his routes from a designated list of patterns.
WR vs DB
Wide Receivers compete against Defensive Backs in man coverage during a one-on-one passing drill. The WR selects his routes from a designated list of patterns.
OL vs DL
All lineman are timed in the 10yd and 20 yd dash. They then perform several cone drills to evaluate foot speed and quickness. Finally, lineman compete one-on-one Pass Rush/Block Drills. Helmets are worn during the blocking drills.
Punters
Punters perform two punting drills; the Baseline Strength Test and Random Selection Scenario Test. During the Baseline Strength Test, punters are measured for hang time, distance and get-off time on a total of six punts. During the Random Selection Scenario Test, punters are tested on their ability to perform six different types of punts (Direction Right, Direction Left, Deep Center, Deep Nose Over, Straight Pooch, Float Pooch).
Kickers]
Kickers perform kickoffs and Field Goals. During kick-off tests, kickers will be measured for hang time, location and distance on three consecutive kicks. During FG tests, kickers will be asked to kick 8 FG's at randomly selected distances ranging from 30 to 55 yards.
Long Snap
Players experienced in long snapping are tested at both 7 and 15 yards. Each player completes 7 snaps at each distance and is graded on time and accuracy.
