Biggest Winners and Losers From the 2020 NFL Combine

The NFL Combine came and went in the blink of an eye, and this year's edition did not disappoint. As is always the case, the draft's premier evaluation stage featured a slew of breakout performers, but also a collection of players who left a lot to be desired.

Let's highlight some players who bolstered and damage their draft stack at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis this week.

10. Loser: Calvin Throckmorton

Throckmorton's stock was on the downswing right off the bat when his arms measured in at 32.5 inches. Things only got worse from there for the Oregon product as his 4.98 second short shuttle and 8.07-second three-cone drill will surely leave scouts thinking he'll get destroyed by agile pass rushers.

9. Winner: Willie Gay Jr

There are still questions about Gay's character, but the former Mississippi State linebacker proved teams and scout adore his versatility. The 6-1, 243-pound linebacker compiled impressive tallies across the board with a 4.46-second 40, 39.5-inch vertical, and 11' 4" broad jump.

8. Loser: Jared Pinkney

Formerly considered to be one of the most heralded tight end prospects, Pinkney delivered a forgettable performance in Indianapolis. His shocking 4.96-second 40 was worst among all TEs, and he looked alarmingly rigid in his on-field workout.

7. Winner: Denzel Mims

Mims' fiery 4.38 40-yard dash, which ranked third-best among wide receivers, might have been the topic of discussion, but his 38.5-inch vertical and 6.66-second three-cone drill were equally impressive. We'd be shocked if the Baylor product wasn't drafted in the early second round next month.

6. Loser: Trey Adams

It's really hard to do much worse than Adams did at the combine. Standing 6-8 and 318 pounds, the Washington product is a physical specimen. However, he simply lacks the agility to be trusted as a pass protector in the NFL. Adams' 5.60-second 40 was the worst of any player in Indianapolis.

5. Winner: Mehki Becton

This offensive tackle class this year is loaded with top talent, and Becton may be the cream of the crop. The 6-7, 364-pound offensive tackle (the combine's heaviest prospect) ran a breathtaking 5.10 40-yard dash and recorded a 1.80 10-yard split. Becton did wonders for his draft stock.

4. Loser: Cameron Dantzler

Dantzler's on-field workout was spectacular, but his 4.64 40-yard dash immediately sent red flags to NFL teams. The former Bulldog will need to improve that time at his pro day if he wants to avoid dropping in April's draft.

3. Winner: Justin Jefferson

Jefferson may lack the imposing physical measurables (6-1, 202 pounds), but he more than shut down the doubts of scouts with a mind-boggling set of tallies in drills. Joe Burrow's former top target at LSU logged a 4.43-second 40-yard dash, 37.5-inch vertical, and 10' 4" broad jump. More telling, however, was Jefferson's smooth on-field workout.

2. Loser: Jauan Jennings

Jennings' 6-3, 215-pound frame may look good on paper, but it did anything but translate to an imposing display at Lucas Oil Stadium. His 4.72 40-yard dash and 29-inch vertical both ranked second-worst at the WR position. The speed of the game only improves from college to the NFL, and Jennings' showing indicated that he's a step behind behind the rest of the wideouts in the 2020 class.

1. Winner: Isaiah Simmons

This was a no-brainer. Simmons, a 6-4, 238-pound "linebacker," who is just as comfortable playing cornerback and safety, ran a blistering 4.39 40-yard dash and added an equally-impressive 39-inch vertical and 11-foot broad jump. Clemson's versatile stud solidified his place as one of the most coveted prospects in the 2020 draft pool.