Mizzou WR Caleb Goodie Impresses NFL Combine Attendees with Blazing Speed

Former Cincinnati teammates praise Goodie's elite straight-line speed and big-play ability

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Caleb Goodie, a wide receiver transfer from Cincinnati to Missouri, has impressed NFL scouts and his former teammates with his blazing speed. Goodie's Cincinnati teammates Joe Royer and Jeff Caldwell raved about Goodie's ability to "take the top off of defenses" with his 23-24 mph top speed, and predicted he will run a sub-4.1 40-yard dash at next year's NFL Combine.

Why it matters

Goodie's elite speed gives the Missouri offense a much-needed deep threat to open up the passing game, complementing the Tigers' other talented receivers. His ability to stretch the field vertically should create more opportunities for the intermediate passing game as well.

The details

Goodie was ranked as one of the five fastest wide receivers in the country in 2024 by Telemetry Sports. His former Cincinnati teammates said he can "run every route well" and is not just a deep threat, making him a versatile weapon in the passing game. The Tigers are hoping Goodie's speed and playmaking ability can help improve an offense that has struggled to consistently move the ball downfield in recent seasons.

  • Goodie played for Cincinnati in 2025 before transferring to Missouri.
  • The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine is where Goodie's former Cincinnati teammates spoke about his speed.

The players

Caleb Goodie

A wide receiver who transferred from Cincinnati to Missouri for the 2026 season, known for his elite straight-line speed.

Joe Royer

A tight end who played with Goodie at Cincinnati and praised his speed and versatility as a receiver.

Jeff Caldwell

A wide receiver who played with Goodie at Cincinnati and predicted Goodie will run a sub-4.1 40-yard dash at next year's NFL Combine.

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What they’re saying

“That dude can go. He's a 23, 24-mile-per-hour runner. He can take the top off of defenses.”

— Joe Royer, Cincinnati Tight End (Sports Illustrated)

“You're gonna get a guy who can probably run a 4.1, a guy who can make plays, a dynamic playmaker down the field. I feel like you're gonna see him here next year.”

— Jeff Caldwell, Cincinnati Wide Receiver (Sports Illustrated)

What’s next

Goodie will look to showcase his elite speed and playmaking ability when he joins the Missouri offense in 2026, as the Tigers aim to improve their downfield passing attack.

The takeaway

Caleb Goodie's blazing speed gives the Missouri offense a much-needed deep threat that could open up the entire passing game. If he can translate his Cincinnati success to the SEC, Goodie could emerge as one of the most dynamic receivers in the conference.