The 2025 NFL Combine will be taking place from February 27 to March 2, bringing together over 320 of the top draft prospects for a week of workouts, interviews, and evaluations. This is one of the biggest events of the year for all 32 NFL teams, especially those picking early, looking to acquire young players that will hopefully turn into legends of the game.
While the combine is best known for the 40-yard dash and other athletic drills, it’s much more than that. Scouts will analyze everything from players’ footwork to reaction time, while team executives will meet with them behind closed doors to evaluate their football IQ and character.
Kickers, Defensive Linemen, and Linebackers NFL Combine Schedule
- Wednesday, Feb. 26: Media availability session, kicking workout
- Thursday, Feb. 27: Measurements and on-field workout
- Friday, Feb. 28: Bench press
The first group to hit the field will be the defensive linemen and linebackers. They will showcase their explosion, agility, and strength in position drills, while kickers will go through a specialized kicking workout.
Scouts will look for linemen with quick get-offs and powerful hand techniques, while linebackers will be tested in coverage drills, change-of-direction exercises, and tackling form tests.
Defensive Backs and Tight Ends NFL Combine Schedule
- Thursday, Feb. 27: Media availability session
- Friday, Feb. 28: Measurements and on-field workout
- Saturday, March 1: Bench press
Defensive backs will be tested on their ability to backpedal, break on the ball, and change direction quickly, all while proving they can stick with receivers in coverage. Tight ends, on the other hand, will be evaluated as both blockers and pass-catchers, with a focus on route-running.
Running Backs, Quarterbacks, and Wide Receivers NFL Combine Schedule
- Friday, Feb. 28: Media availability session
- Saturday, March 1: Measurements and on-field workout
- Sunday, March 2: Bench press
This is always one of the most anticipated sessions of the combine.
Quarterbacks will go through accuracy, deep ball, and quick-release drills, showing off their ability to make every throw on the field. Wide receivers will be tested on route-running, hands, and separation skills, while also running the famous 40-yard dash.
Running backs will go through agility tests, pass-catching drills, and vision-based exercises to prove they can handle every aspect of an NFL offense.
For many of these skill position players, this workout can be the difference between being a top-10 pick or falling down the draft board.
Offensive Linemen NFL Combine Schedule
- Saturday, March 1: Media availability session
- Sunday, March 2: Measurements and on-field workout
- Monday, March 3: Bench press
The final group to take the field, offensive linemen will be tested in footwork drills, agility movements, and strength tests. Scouts will watch closely to see how well they move in space, as today’s NFL requires linemen who can handle both speed rushers and power defenders.
