Georgia Bulldogs tight end Darnell Washington showed he’s a unique combination of size and speed at the 2023 NFL combine.
Washington posted a 10-foot-2 broad jump and a 31-inch vertical jump. The 6-foot-6, 264-pound tight end has proven himself as a blocker with his college tape. Washington’s 83.75-inch wingspan is the largest ever for a tight end at the combine. Additionally, his 11-inch hands are the second-largest ever for a tight end at the combine.
Washington ran an impressive 4.64 second 40-yard dash, which is quite impressive at his size. Washington ran the sixth-fastest 40-yard dash at the tight end position.
Here’s a look at Darnell Washington’s 40-yard dash:
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Washington is considered the No. 72 prospect in the 2023 NFL draft. The former five-star recruit had an excellent showing in drills as well.
Washington ran the third-best 20-yard shuttle, so far, of any player at the combine with a 4.08 second time.
The shows his prowess as a blocker here:
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Washington had an incredible one-handed catch as well:
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