Texas HC Steve Sarkisian Reacts to the Spotlight on Xavier Worthy After Record-Breaking NFL Combine

The Texas Longhorns are getting a lot of attention due to impressive performances at the Scouting Combine. Under the guidance of head coach Steve Sarkisian, they’ve notched strong game film and even better testing numbers. Their WR Xavier Worthy has made waves with a record-breaking performance, but he’s not the only standout. Many other Longhorns have impressed the scouts, showcasing their talent and potential.

A recent video spotlighting their skills has even drawn the attention of Sarkisian, who responded gratefully. The clip also reaffirms that Texas is a hub of potential talent worth watching closely for future success in the NFL world.

Steve Sarkisian’s reaction to Texas’ show-stealing moment

Texas fans witnessed firsthand Xavier Worthy‘s speed over the last three seasons. But on Saturday, he surpassed all expectations by officially running a 4.21-second 40-yard dash, breaking the previous record. Head coach Sarkisian and several others joined him to celebrate this NFL record on social media. Meanwhile, NFL Network also released a recent video praising Texas football’s recent achievements which caught the coach’s attention. 

Chase Daniels, a sports analyst on NFL Network, pointed out that it wasn’t just Xavier Worthy who stole the show, but the entire Texas football team. “The Longhorn Nation with all those guys that they had….Xavier Worthy, Keilan Robinson, Adonai Mitchell, Ja’Tavion Sanders… the whole combine was this Texas clinic”, he said.

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He also praised Xavier Worthy’s performance, stating, “It was insane, and you look at this… 4.21 seconds… he is the fastest man ever in the combine.” He also added how Worthy initially ran a 4.25, which would have been the fifth fastest in combine history. The Texas football team and head coach Steve Sarkisian reposted the video with the caption “Stole the Show.”

Texas Talent shines at NFL scouting combine

Along with Xavier Worthy’s record-breaking 40-yard dash, teammate Adoni Mitchell impressed with the third-fastest time (4.34 seconds) among receivers. He is also projected to be a potential first-round pick. The Longhorns’ talent doesn’t stop there. Keilan Robinson placed fourth in both the 40-yard dash (4.42 seconds)  and broad jump (10-foot-4), showcasing his explosiveness. Even TE Ja’Tavian Sanders displayed impressive speed with his 4.69-second 40-yard dash.

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The performances are likely to boost the draft stock of these Texas players. The Longhorn’s success extends beyond just these few names. Ryan Watts, T’Vondre Sweat, and Byron Murphy II all showed their strong presence with impressive Combine performances. This is a clear moment of pride for Texas coach Steve Sarkisian, who is seeing his players shine on the national stage.

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