Two Louisville Cardinals Receive Invitations to 2026 NFL Scouting Combine

Wide receivers Chris Bell and Caullin Lacy will showcase their skills in front of NFL scouts.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The Louisville football program will have a strong presence at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, as wide receivers Chris Bell and Caullin Lacy have both received invitations to participate. Bell, a First-Team All-ACC selection in 2025 despite missing the final two games due to injury, and Lacy, a dynamic return specialist, will look to impress scouts from all 32 NFL teams.

Why it matters

The invitations to the NFL Combine are a testament to the talent and hard work of Bell and Lacy, who have been key contributors to the Louisville football program over the past few seasons. Their performances at the Combine could significantly boost their NFL draft stock and open doors to professional opportunities.

The details

Bell, a 6-foot-2, 220-pound outside receiver, had a standout 2025 season, catching 72 passes for 917 yards and 6 touchdowns. Lacy, a transfer from South Alabama, was a Second-Team FWAA All-American as a return specialist in 2025, returning 25 punts for 454 yards and 2 touchdowns, as well as 12 kickoffs for 251 yards.

  • The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine will take place from February 23 to March 2, 2026.

The players

Chris Bell

A wide receiver for the Louisville football program who earned First-Team All-ACC honors in 2025 despite missing the final two games due to a torn ACL.

Caullin Lacy

A wide receiver and dynamic return specialist for the Louisville football program, who transferred from South Alabama and was a finalist for the Jet Award and Paul Hornung Award in 2025.

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What’s next

The performances of Bell and Lacy at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine will be closely watched by NFL scouts, as they look to improve their draft stock and secure opportunities with professional teams.

The takeaway

The inclusion of Bell and Lacy in the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine roster highlights the depth and talent of the Louisville football program, which continues to produce top-tier prospects for the next level.