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Why some NFL draft prospects skip Combine workouts

February 25, 2025 09:50 AM

Mike Florio and Chris Simms discuss what factors compel NFL draft prospects to skip Scouting Combine workouts, including why some players prefer opportunities to connect with specific teams via interviews.

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