The 2015 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis provided plenty to be admired. There were broken records, funny moments, amazing feats of athleticism and much more.
Below are the top 10 moments from this year's event.
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10. Bill Belichick and Rex Ryan arrive in style
The Combine was off to a good start when Belichick arrived in a 'Bill Belichick' hoodie and Ryan in a Thurman Thomas jersey. The division rival coaches surely had plenty to talk about.
Bill Belichick wore 'Bill Belichick' hoodie and Rex Ryan wore a Bills jersey... YES! #NFLCombine (via @nflnetwork ) pic.twitter.com/FUP5eokM8D
— 120 Sports (@120Sports) February 20, 2015 9. Big guys running fast
Linebacker Alvin 'Bud' Dupree didn't set any records with his 40 time, but it's hard not to be amazed by what he did (considering his size). The 6-4, 269 pounder turned in a time of 4.56, best of his group. Dupree is considered a hybrid defensive end/outside linebacker, depending on the scheme he's drafted into.
Defensive lineman Vic Beasley (6-3, 246) also impressed with speed. He posted a 4.53 40, essentially the same of Marcus Mariota's 4.52.
Offensive lineman Ali Marpet of Division III Hobart (307 pounds) ran the fastest 40 within his group (4.98) and almost posted a quicker time than Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston (4.97).
8. Winston addresses 'fat' photo
Prior to the draft, a photo of Winston appearing large in the gut made its way around the internet. The former Seminoles quarterback answered a question about the image during his podium session with the media, and he answered in the most Winston way possible: "I look good and I know it."
7. Dante Fowler's gold watch
Dante Fowler Jr. ran a 4.61 40 yd dash wearing a gold watch. #Madden16 Rating Projection = 99 SWAG. #NFLCombine pic.twitter.com/dBPVbWb88T
— EA SPORTS Madden NFL (@EAMaddenNFL) February 22, 2015 Fowler ran a 4.60 40 — impressive for a 6-3, 261-pound man. But when you add the fact he did it wearing a gold watch, the time seems even more impressive.
6. Raiders scout may or may not have fallen asleep
NFL Network cameras caught a Raiders employee who appeared to be dozing off. The network claimed the man was general manager Reggie McKenzie, but he's more likely to have been twin brother Raleigh.
We wouldn't blame McKenzie (or whoever) for dozing off — the Combine can be a drag.
5. J.J. Nelson's 4.28 40
NFL running back Chris Johnson was thankful his 4.24 40-yard dash record wasn't broken, but Nelson came close. The 156-pound UAB wideout blazed his way to a 4.29. Less than 10 players in the history of the Combine have timed below 4.3.
4. Kevin White amazes
Nelson ran the fastest 40, but one could argue White's was more impressive. The West Virginia wideout posted a 4.35 as a 6-2, 215 pounder and proved wrong numerous draft analysts who doubted his top-end speed.
White also tied for the most bench press reps (23) in his group. He dominated position drills and showed off his impressive hands. White's stock was already on the rise, and now some consider him the top wideout in this year's class.
3. Instagram Guy
The Combine puts serious pressure on the athletes — this is their job interview. So when "Instagram Guy" gets too close to the players, you better believe he's going to be told to get back.
Steelers scout Mark Gorscak yelled, "Hey hey, Instagram Guy, move!" It was a harmless interaction, but Instragram Guy learned his lesson.
2. Chris Conley's vertical leap something to be admired
Conley tied the broad jump record only to see it broken Monday (see No. 1 moment), but his vertical leap record stayed put. The Georgia wideout jumped 45 inches in the air, the best ever for a receiver at the Combine. Including his 4.35 40 time, Conley's athletic display was one of the better performances throughout the weekend.
1. Byron Jones sets Combine broad jump record
Not only did Jones set a new Combine record with his broad jump, but he set a world record, too. His 12-foot, three-inch leap broke the previous record by eight inches (set by Jamie Collins in 2013). Jones also posted a 44.5-inch vertical, falling a half-inch short of the record set by Gerald Sensabaugh in 2005. The only person to jump higher in the vertical was the previously mentioned Conley.
