- Worthy recorded an official time of 4.21 in the 40-yard dash to set the combined record.
- The previous record was set in 2017 by wide receiver John Ross III with 4.22.
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Texas Longhorns wide receiver Xavier Worthy set the record for fastest 40-yard dash time at the NFL Combine after posting an incredible 4.21.
The previous record was set by former Washington Huskies WR John Ross III after running 4.22 in 2017.
Worthy’s record-breaking time caught the attention of many in the NFL universe as they took to social media to react to his 40-yard dash.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes chimed in when
During his final season with the Longhorns, Worthy had five receptions for 1,014 yards and five touchdowns in 14 games.
WR Xavier Worthy set the record for fastest 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine with a 4.21
Kansas City Chiefs Quarterback Patrick Mahomes Reacted to Incredibly Quick Time on X
Worthy put his speed on full display when he reached a top speed of 22.7 mph against Iowa State.
During his three-year career with the Longhorns, Worthy totaled 197 receptions, 2,755 yards and 26 touchdowns.
His speed has been well documented this year even before the 40-yard dash after he reached a top speed of 22.7 mph while returning a punt for a touchdown in Week 12 against Iowa State that was called back due to a penalty.
That number ended up ranking as the highest speed recorded by any player in college football in 2023.
It’s also slightly faster than the speed Seattle Seahawks WR DK Metcalf reached after hitting 22.23 mph against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 13.
Many expected Worthy to be a Day 2 draft pick, and the boost to his stock after Saturday’s 40 will likely cement him a spot in the second or third round.
