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The road to the NFL draft runs straight through Indianapolis, where about 300 of the nation’s top football prospects will put their skills to the test in front of scouts, coaches, and executives. The NFL Scouting Combine is one of the biggest pre-draft events, where players’ performances can determine draft stock and even impact the size of their future contracts.
If you’re wondering when and where it all goes down, here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 NFL Combine.
The 2025 NFL Combine is scheduled to take place from Thursday, Feb. 27, to Sunday, March 2. However, media availability and preliminary sessions will begin a few days earlier, making it a nearly weeklong event. The Combine provides NFL teams with an in-depth look at each prospect’s athleticism, skill set, and mental makeup before the draft.
As has been the case for decades, the Combine will be held at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The city has hosted the event since 1987 and continues to be the prime location for this high-profile evaluation process.
Feb. 24-March 3: NFL Scouting Combine
March 4: Franchise tag deadline
March 10-12: Free agency window opens
March 12: New league year
March 30-April 2: Annual Meeting
April 18: Deadline for restricted free agents
April 21: Offseason workout programs begin
April 24-26: NFL Draft— bert6624 (@bert6624) February 13, 2025
The NFL Combine is split into different position groups, each going through a structured schedule that includes media interviews, measurements, on-field workouts, and the bench press. Below is a breakdown of the schedule:
Also Read: NFL Combine History: All You Need To Know About Its Location, Events, And More
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The NFL Combine is more than just a showcase of raw athleticism. It serves as a crucial evaluation period where prospects undergo a series of tests, including:
