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At the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, average 40-yard dash times across seven of eight position groups set records, with DBs and WRs at 4.44 seconds, RBs 4.45, LBs 4.55, TEs 4.63, DL 4.83, OL 5.10; QBs averaged 4.60, the second-fastest ever, leaving analysts wondering about timing methods, training, or strategic participation.
The NFL Scouting Combine data shows more sub-4.4 and sub-4.5 times in 2026, but the gains aren’t a dramatic anomaly. Some positions posted records, yet overall trends are only modestly above the 20-year average, and we’re still waiting to see full results from o-line, kickers, and punters. In short, college players are getting faster, but not in a sweeping, game-changing way—more of a nuanced uptick than a revolution.
NFL.com previews the 2026 Scouting Combine 40-yard dash, noting Xavier Worthy’s 4.21 from 2024 as the benchmark and listing 21 contenders—mostly wide receivers but also running backs and defensive backs—with a realistic shot at the throne in Indianapolis, as NFL Network/NFL+ coverage begins Feb. 26.
New fossil footprints from Mongolia, dating to about 120 million years ago, show a mid-sized theropod sprinting up to 45 km/h, the fastest known theropod trackway in the Cretaceous and evidence that smaller dinosaurs could run much faster than previously thought, aligning with biomechanical models based on stride length and hip height.
Terrance Gore, 34, a speedy outfielder who helped the Kansas City Royals win the 2015 World Series and steal 43 bases in his MLB career, died from complications after a medical procedure. He played for the Royals, Cubs, Dodgers and Mets (also appearing in the 2021 postseason with the Braves); his last major-league appearance was with the Mets in 2022. Gore is survived by his wife Britney and their children, with tributes pouring in from teammates and fans alike.
Terrance Gore, a speedy late-inning baserunner whose lightning-quick steals helped the Royals, Cubs, Dodgers and Mets in pivotal moments, died at 34 after complications from routine surgery. In eight MLB seasons he played 112 regular‑season games with 48 stolen bases in 58 attempts, and he left behind three children, with many managers recalling him as a fearless and influential teammate.
Terrance Gore, the Royals speedster who helped Kansas City win the 2015 World Series despite not recording a major league hit until 2018, died Feb. 6 at 34 from complications during routine surgery. Known for a 4.29-second 40-yard dash and a career-starting 17-for-17 in stolen bases, Gore played for the Royals, Cubs, Dodgers, Braves and Mets over parts of eight MLB seasons, appeared in the 2021 NLDS with Atlanta, and celebrated the Braves’ title during that run. Born in Macon, Georgia, he attended Gulf Coast State College, was drafted by Kansas City in 2011, and after retirement worked as a speed and baseball trainer in Panama City with his wife Britney and their three children.
Terrance Gore, longtime Royals outfielder and pinch-running specialist, died at 34 after a routine surgical procedure. In eight MLB seasons he played 112 games (14 starts) and was renowned for elite baserunning, stealing 43 of 52 bases, contributing to three World Series-winning teams (Royals 2015, Dodgers 2020, Braves 2021). He also posted solid defensive work across the outfield and spent time with several post-season contenders later in his career. MLBTR extends condolences to Gore’s family and loved ones.
Carlos Alcaraz, 22, has quickly established himself as a tennis icon, with peers describing his energy, all-court versatility, and ability to dictate points on any surface. Opponents from Djokovic to Medvedev say his relentless pressure, rapid adaptation, explosive movement, and growing serve make it feel like there are few safe options, often leaving rivals frustrated and forced into mistakes. His combination of speed, anticipation, and tactical tweaks—plus durability in long matches—has driven his rise to the career Grand Slam and a reputation for an almost unplayable level when he’s at his best.
Left-handed outfielder A.J. Ewing, a 2023 Mets draftee, has surged through the minors—showing elite speed (70 steals in 2025) and improving center-field defense—posting a combined .315/.401/.429 across Single-A to Double-A in 2025 and positioning as a top Mets prospect for 2026.
AI's true potential is being realized through on-device processing, which offers faster, more private, and cost-effective solutions by reducing reliance on cloud data centers, with ongoing advancements in hardware and specialized models driving the future of AI on personal devices.
The 1970s saw significant advancements in motorcycle speed, with several models surpassing 130 mph, including the Yamaha XS1100, Honda CBX1000, and Suzuki GS1000, driven by innovations in engine design and aerodynamics, culminating in the record 154 mph set by the Dunstall Suzuki GS1000 CS.
An Australian aerospace engineer, Ben Biggs, built a lightweight drone that set a Guinness World Record by reaching speeds of over 388mph, making it the fastest drone on Earth, after several months of design and testing.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urged the defense industry to become more agile and risk-tolerant, emphasizing significant reforms in acquisition processes to enhance speed, commercial technology use, and competition, with support from Congress and industry leaders for a more efficient military procurement system.
The Washington Commanders' defense is shifting from a veteran, reactive approach to a faster, more athletic style, as seen in Week 8 with the introduction of younger players like Magee, Owens, and Medrano, aiming to better match modern NFL offenses' speed and complexity, despite a lopsided loss to Kansas City.