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Sonny Styles, Arvell Reese Deliver Fastest 40-Yard Dash Times at 2026 NFL Combine
Ohio State linebackers lead the field on opening day of combine workouts.
Published on Feb. 27, 2026
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The 2026 NFL Combine kicked off on Thursday with defensive linemen and linebackers taking the field. Ohio State linebackers Sonny Styles and Arvell Reese led the way, both finishing the 40-yard dash in 4.46 seconds, the fastest times of the day. Penn State defensive tackle Zaven Durant also impressed with a 4.75-second 40-yard dash, the best among defensive tackles.
Why it matters
The 40-yard dash is one of the most closely watched events at the NFL Combine, as teams look to identify the fastest prospects who could make an immediate impact at the professional level. Strong performances in the 40 can significantly boost a player's draft stock.
The details
On the opening day of the 2026 NFL Combine, defensive linemen and linebackers took the field to showcase their speed and athleticism. Ohio State linebackers Sonny Styles and Arvell Reese led the way, both finishing the 40-yard dash in 4.46 seconds, the fastest times of the day. Penn State defensive tackle Zaven Durant also impressed with a 4.75-second 40-yard dash, the best among defensive tackles.
- The 2026 NFL Combine kicked off on Thursday, February 27, 2026.
The players
Sonny Styles
An Ohio State linebacker who recorded the fastest 40-yard dash time of the day at 4.46 seconds.
Arvell Reese
An Ohio State linebacker who tied Sonny Styles for the fastest 40-yard dash time of the day at 4.46 seconds.
Zaven Durant
A Penn State defensive tackle who recorded the fastest 40-yard dash time among defensive tackles at 4.75 seconds.
The takeaway
The impressive performances by Sonny Styles and Arvell Reese at the 2026 NFL Combine showcase the depth of talent at the linebacker position in this year's draft class. Their blazing 40-yard dash times will likely boost their draft stock and make them highly sought-after prospects.
