John Ross, wide receiver, Washington
Washington wideout John Ross was one of the big winners coming out of the combine. Heading into Indianapolis we all knew he was fast. Just how fast was the question.
He went out and proved the scouting reports right, which wasn’t a surprise, but he did it in style by beating Chris Johnson’s combine record for the 40-yard dash. Ross ran a 4.22 40, which was easily the best at the combine. Johnson’s previous record was 4.24.
Unfortunately, Ross pulled a muscle on his record-breaking run, and that’s what makes his Pro Day important.
For one, he’ll get a chance to prove that he’s A-OK and ready to set some more records in the NFL.
Secondly, in drills, interviews and on-field workouts, he’ll get one last chance to prove that his game is more than just speed.
Ross has the potential to be an all-around superstar wide receiver for some lucky (and smart) NFL team as a first-round pick. His pro day will be the last opportunity he gets to show firsthand that he’s more than just his 40 time as a wideout. Though that’s what he’ll be known for from here on out.