Many Ohio State football players have improved their draft stock over the years by putting up fast times in the 40, but why do offensive linemen and defensive tackles have to get timed in the sprint? Does it really matter if they run a 4.9 or 5.2?
We will soon find out how fast the big guys run at the NFL Combine though.
It may make sense to see how fast a defensive end can run the 40. He often will line up outside of the tackle on one hash mark and chase the ball carrier to the other sideline.