Ohio State set the pace in Indianapolis, but several Big Ten programs saw their top prospects strengthen their draft profiles with strong testing and polished on‑field work.
Ohio State LB Sonny Styles
Styles delivered one of the most explosive linebacker workouts in recent combine memory. His combination of size, speed, and leaping ability placed him among the elite athletes in this year’s class and solidified his status as a likely top‑10 pick.
Ohio State EDGE/LB Arvell Reese
Reese matched his reputation as a rare hybrid defender. His speed and fluidity in drills backed up his tape and positioned him as one of the most versatile defensive prospects in the draft.
Penn State QB Drew Allar
Allar’s throwing session was one of the cleanest among quarterbacks. He showed consistent mechanics, strong velocity, and the kind of command that reassured evaluators about his long‑term upside.
Penn State EDGE Dani Dennis‑Sutton
Dennis‑Sutton continued his upward trajectory with a strong athletic showing. His explosiveness and movement skills helped confirm his rise into the early‑round conversation.
Indiana CB D’Angelo Ponds
Ponds impressed with smooth transitions and competitive energy throughout drills. His performance helped offset concerns about size and kept him firmly in the Day 2 mix.
Ohio State WR Carnell Tate
Tate delivered a steady, professional workout. His times aligned with expectations, and his decision to participate in full testing earned positive marks in a crowded receiver class.
Ohio State RB CJ Donaldson
Donaldson didn’t complete every test, but his size and movement profile remain intriguing. Teams will look to his pro day for a fuller athletic picture.
Indiana RB Roman Hemby
Hemby posted solid explosiveness numbers and moved well in positional work, giving teams a clearer sense of his athletic range.
Nebraska RB Emmett Johnson
Johnson turned in a balanced workout highlighted by solid jumps and agility numbers. His testing helped establish him as a dependable rotational back with developmental upside.
Draft Implications
Ohio State’s top defenders were among the biggest winners of the week, with both Styles and Reese performing like early first‑round selections. Penn State’s headliners reinforced their high ceilings, while running backs from Indiana and Nebraska provided useful clarity in a deep class. In a year with significant depth at wide receiver and defensive back, steady performances like Carnell Tate’s and D’Angelo Ponds’ helped maintain momentum heading into pro‑day season.
