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The 2025 NFL Draft process is heating up, and with the NFL Combine set to take place in Indianapolis from February 27th through March 3rd, prospects have one final chance to impress NFL teams before Pro Days. The event will provide 321 of the top draft-eligible players with a stage to showcase their physical tools in front of NFL coaches, general managers, and scouts.
Each year, players see their draft stock rise or fall based on elite testing numbers, medical evaluations, and interviews. Below, I’ve highlighted 15 prospects who have the most to gain from a standout performance at the 2025 NFL Combine.
2025 NFL Combine: 15 Prospects Who Can Elevate Their Draft Stock
Mike Green | EDGE | Marshall | Ht: 6'4" | Wt: 250 lbs
Player Style Comparison: Haason Reddick
Analysis: Green became my favorite player at the Senior Bowl, showcasing elite burst and pass-rush technique. His speed, bend, and first-step quickness could help him vault into the Top 20 discussion if he tests as expected.
Shemar Stewart | EDGE | Texas A&M | Ht: 6'6" | Wt: 290 lbs
Player Style Comparison: Travon Walker
Analysis: Stewart is a high-upside defensive lineman with a rare blend of size and explosiveness. His sack production has been inconsistent, but a dominant Combine performance could push him into the top of round one.
Kelvin Banks Jr. | OT | Texas | Ht: 6'4" | Wt: 324 lbs
Player Style Comparison: Rashawn Slater
Analysis: Banks has been up and down on draft boards, with some viewing him as a lock for Round 1 while others have concerns about his technical refinement. A dominant testing performance could reaffirm his status as a Top 15 pick and one of the best OTs in the class.
TreVeyon Henderson | RB | Ohio State | Ht: 5'11" | Wt: 215 lbs
Player Style Comparison: Jahmyr Gibbs
Analysis: Henderson enters the Combine as my RB2 in this class and has a real shot at sneaking into Round 1 with a strong performance. His burst, acceleration, and receiving ability will be on display, and if he tests well, scouts may begin to see him in the same light as Jahmyr Gibbs.
Omarion Hampton | RB | North Carolina | Ht: 6'0" | Wt: 220 lbs
Player Style Comparison: James Conner
Analysis: Hampton was once considered the potential RB1 in this class but fell behind Ashton Jeanty in the rankings. If he puts up elite speed and agility numbers, he could regain traction as the RB2. His combination of power, balance, and vision makes him an ideal fit in gap-heavy run schemes.
Elic Ayomanor | WR | Stanford | Ht: 6'2" | Wt: 210 lbs
Player Style Comparison: Allen Robinson
Analysis: Ayomanor’s tape is impressive, but the big question remains: Is he an elite athlete? His 40-time, agility drills, and explosion tests will dictate his true ceiling at the next level. If he tests well, he could solidify himself as a late day one early Day 2 X-receiver.
Elijah Arroyo | TE | Miami | Ht: 6'4" | Wt: 245 lbs
Player Style Comparison: Darren Waller
Analysis: Arroyo was one of the best pass catchers at the Senior Bowl, and if he runs a 4.5-range 40 and posts elite jumping numbers, he could solidify himself as TE2 in this draft class. His receiving upside is undeniable, but athleticism testing will be crucial for his final projection.
Darius Alexander | IDL | Toledo | Ht: 6'4" | Wt: 310 lbs
Player Style Comparison: Not Available
Analysis: Alexander has been flying under the radar, but much like Quinyon Mitchell last year, he could rise quickly with strong NFL Combine numbers. His size, strength, and ability to penetrate gaps make him an ideal 3-tech at the next level.
Harold Fannin Jr. | TE | Bowling Green | Ht: 6'4" | Wt: 230 lbs
Player Style Comparison: Isaiah Likely
Analysis: Fannin has flashed as a move tight end but appeared stiff at times during Senior Bowl practices. If he tests well in agility and explosion drills, he could secure himself as a Top 5 TE prospect in the draft.
Kyle McCord | QB | Syracuse | Ht: 6'3" | Wt: 220 lbs
Player Style Comparison: Jared Goff
Analysis: McCord put together a record-breaking season at Syracuse and flashed NFL-caliber arm talent, yet he remains overlooked in the QB conversation. After a solid Shrine Bowl performance, a strong Combine showing—particularly in interviews could help him gain momentum as a potential Day 2 selection.
Jeffrey Bassa | LB | Oregon | Ht: 6'2" | Wt: 235 lbs
Player Style Comparison: Not Available
Analysis: Bassa stood out in coverage drills at the Senior Bowl, showing great agility and speed. If he tests well at the Combine, he could rise into the Top 50 range, as coverage ability is a premium skill for modern linebackers.
Tyler Shough | QB | Louisville | Ht: 6'5" | Wt: 225 lbs
Player Style Comparison: Trevor Siemian
Analysis: Shough was the most consistent quarterback at the Senior Bowl, showing good mechanics and touch on throws. Despite this, he hasn't received much pre-draft buzz. His athletic testing and throwing at the Combine could help solidify his standing as a late-day two, early-day three prospect.
Jack Bech | WR | TCU | Ht: 6'2" | Wt: 215 lbs
Player Style Comparison: Not Available
Analysis: Bech dominated at the Senior Bowl, capping off the week with an MVP performance in the actual game. His route running and strong hands have already caught scouts’ attention, and if he tests better than expected, he could continue his meteoric rise up draft boards.
Isaiah Bond | WR | Texas | Ht: 5'11" | Wt: 182 lbs
Player Style Comparison: Not Available
Analysis: Bond entered the season with Round 1 expectations but struggled with consistency. Now sitting in the Day 2/3 range, he desperately needs a strong Combine. His speed, quickness, and explosiveness will be his ticket back into early Day 2 conversations.
Alijah Huzzie | CB | North Carolina | Ht: 5'11" | Wt: 195 lbs
Player Style Comparison: Not Available
Analysis: Huzzie wasn’t (high) on my radar much before the Shrine Bowl (I know), but what I’ve seen is impressive. He has great instincts and physicality, and a strong NFL Combine performance could elevate his status as a potential early to mid-Day 2 pick.