I told him, 'Listen, you're a little guy. Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA (select parishes)/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. I think every kid put their hat on backwards at least once and hit a whiffle ball into the imaginary third deck of the Kingdome in their backyard. Tony Gwynn was another guy that was very similar in that way. For defensive linemen, teams will look at their 10-yard split to see how quickly they can get off the starting line. Buffalo Bills safety Jordan Poyer explains how he's approaching his upcoming free agency. Its a near breathtaking moment, buried within the Houston Astros overall brilliance. And he doesn't care [about his height]. Weight transfer is very difficult to achieve when you plant the foot into the ground early. Very few people can have the athletic swagger of Griffey or the Terminator-like efficiency of Pujols. "I've always been. Allows them to keep the good stride without losing the connection to their lower half. Altuve was a .280 hitter with that stride pattern. ET. In high school, Straw ran a 4.4 40-yard dash. Charlie Morton, Dallas Keuchel and Collin McHugh may not be around, either. It goes down on the scorecard as a simple steal of second base. What I love most about this is that it makes me hopeful that a significant part of Altuve's increased production at the plate is sustainable. Calijah Kancey showed off his speed in a major way on Day 1, logging a 4.67-second 40-yard dash. The guy's in the cage every day. Like Josh Donaldson, Carlos Gomez, Jose Bautista, and J.D. Penn State Nittany Lions defensive back Joey Porter Jr. and his father former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Joey Sr. discusses the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine with Kimmi Chex. Most guys, it's luck. @BUFootball CB Kalon Barnes was just .01 shy of John Ross' Combine record of 4.22. @NUFBFamily DL Adetomiwa Adebawore is 280 pounds running a 4.54u. In other words, theres speed and then theres Myles Straw speed. Which doesnt mean he cannot go unnoticed. It was low. What would be his timing to start the leg kick be? We fight a lot, and five minutes later I'm like, 'That's why I love you, because we fight and then five minutes later we talk like nothing happened.' He does spend a lot of time in the video room watching pitchers, working on his swing. Florida State Seminoles safety Jammie Robinson runs the 40-yard dash at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. The real aid of a proper leg lift is what occurs inside a swing when the lift is properly executed. Fifteen or so years later, hundreds of NFL hopefuls are in Indianapolis with the same simple goal: run faster than everyone else. Its highly unlikely that Straw will ever get even a single at-bat during the Astros October repeat drive. Illinois Fighting Illini safety Sydney Brown postsan official time of 4.47 seconds inthe 40-yard dash at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. Today, we look back at No. Who had the fastest 40-yard dash in 2022? It's infectious. Josh Allen runs a 4.76 unofficiallyFair use is a legal doctrine that says you can reuse copyright-protected material under certain circumstances without getting permission from the copyright owner. Bregman delivers on HR ask: 'Hit one for Uvalde', Aces out: Verlander, Cole among Ps out for ASG, Altuve, Rodon, Arenado out of MLB All-Star Game. It's October. Straws 6.25 60-yard dash time makes him a freak on the basepaths, the type of statistical outlier that Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow loves. In fact, Griffey even had a tee designed to teach this bat path. I'd like to second this sentiment. ), The Astros certainly look like the loosest and most confident team in the playoffs. As we talk in the Astros clubhouse after Game 2, Straw is struggling to sneak behind the media horde around reigning American League MVP Jose Altuveto grab the clothes out of his locker. They are able to start whenever they want, as the electronic timing method tracks them from start to finish. / AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez. Odds and lines subject to change. Everybody started to respect him. The Northwestern product had a 4.54 40-yard dash, a 1.61 10-yard split, a 37.50' vertical, and a 10'5" on the broad jump. By comparison, the immortal Mike Trout clocked a 6.30 60-yard time. Defensive ends are going to want to make a splash in the 3-cone drill. The backwards hat and upright posture was replaced by the wide stance and no stride (even though Albert has always had a stride). "It's fun to watch him on TV now," said Al Pedrique, the former big league infielder who was a special assistant to then-Astros general manager Tim Purpura in 2006, when the team signed Altuve out of Venezuela for $15,000. @PennStateFball : #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/RpeCskAR6Z. I really appreciate your response. Inside Two Buzzy New Openings in Frisco and the Shuttering of a Henderson Avenue Staple. The defensive linemen and linebackers will go through their drills on Thursday starting at 3 p.m. . ', "I don't know if anything's surprised me as much as I've just been able to have a front-row seat to his growth and his evolution from a really good player on some rough teams to an exceptional player on a great team. I had no idea that he was going to end up being here at this point. (Photo by F. Carter Smith. Its not as dramatic as Bautistas or Donaldson's but it is still effective. Jose Altuve getting heckled during batting practice pic.twitter.com/72dHPnlRRF, Youre not allowed to curse in here but Altuve came out so pic.twitter.com/3j5xE40IKd. One of my trips down to Venezuela, the scout [the Astros' Pablo Torrealba] -- I knew him for a long time -- he told me he had a kid that, he was small but don't go by his size. His lower body had nothing left to drive and his only hope was to spin and rely on his insane hand-eye coordination. We discuss Florida QB Anthony Richardsons results from the 2023 NFL Combine. Beyond timing issues there are a host of mechanical issues that arise when hitters get their foot down too early. JUSTIN VERLANDER (Astros pitcher since being acquired in an Aug. 31 trade): "The one thing I noticed that I didn't notice with him [before] was actually how good he is, if that makes sense. ET. Georgia Bulldogs cornerback Kelee Ringo reflects on his 2023 NFL Scouting Combine outing with NFL Network's Kimmi Chex. The average time for this drill is 7.23 seconds, and if anyone logs under seven seconds, they are known to shoot up draft boards. It's already happening. Saving up to 50% on Astros gear is a real home run. And then getting an opportunity to watch him play in spring training games, I mean, he may be 5-foot-6, but he played like he's 6-foot-6. Josh Allen runs a 4.76 unofficiallyFair use is a legal doctrine that says you can reuse copyright-protected material under certain circumstances without gett. Do Not Sell My Personal Information. It is run to evaluate the speed and acceleration of football players by teams at the NFL Scouting Combine. Copyright 2010- FantasyPros.com His new leg lift erases the problems from his prior stride. For the record, Altuve is listed at 5-foot-6, a designation that even he admits is about one inch too generous. Defensive ends are going to want to make a splash in the 3-cone drill. It was in the [rookie-level] Appalachian League [in 2009]. 3: Chris Johnson, RB, 4.24. NFL combine 40-yard dash: Who was the fastest in 2023? 40 prospect overall, 2023 NFL mock draft: Four QBs in top seven after trades, NFL combine QB measurements: Bryce Young's size, more, Top QB in draft says he doesn't want to play for 1 team, Bryce Young measures similar to former No. DALLAS KEUCHEL (Astros pitcher, 2012-present): "When I first signed, I got a glimpse of him in short-season A-ball for a month [in Troy, New York]. That's the way I handled the situation with Altuve. He elevated himself to one of the best hitters in the game with the help of a new and improved stride. Straws proven to be a quick study. Wow. He came back the next day, and to make a long story short, I got to Venezuela, saw Altuve, and it got my attention the way he swung the bat, how he handled himself on the field, the energy. Despite being 6-foot-2 and 282-pounds, Adebawore worked out with the edge rusher group and put on a show. He's a unique hitter. He can do it all. No prospect at this time : 1. This guy doesn't have enough power.' Altuve had the right size and set of mechanics to be a teaching point for younger players. The torso does need to bend but it should be done before contact, not during. NFL combine: Does Bryce Young's lack of size matter? 6-keys: media/spln/nfl/reg/free/stories, at He starts his stride plenty early. "You've got pitchers that can pinpoint where they want to throw it. The first time I met him, I loved everything about him. He was a second baseman who could really hit the ball. Adebawore's 40 time was faster than fellow Big Ten alums Aidan Hutchinson . I think that is where the concept of "getting the front foot down early" comes from. The nephew of Hall of Fame running back LaDainian Tomlinson finished tied for eighth among cornerbacks in the 40-yard dash with a 4.41, tied for sixth in the vertical with a 39" and tied for sixth in the broad jump with a 11'0". He loves baseball. Turner's time istied for the fifth-fastest at the combine everand was the fastest of any defensive player at this year's NFL combine. Don't turn anybody down. Yeah, I got a good jump, Straw tells PaperCity. Eligibility restrictions apply. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. 2023 CB Athleticism Score Leaderboard The official 40 times are in. Its a display of pure speed, an electric jolt in a sport that often finds itself reduced to strikeouts and home runs these days. But he hit 15 homers in the minors in 2011, a precursor to what he has done over the past three seasons in the big leagues. @KaayBarnes_ : #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/1uYxqNOPlg. Also preach the idea of keeping the head in the center of their bodies. Hes his own unit of measurement. If you play a skill position in football, your 40 time might be the most valuable skill event. "The Astros back then, they looked for big players, physically strong and tall. He's got such great hand-eye coordination. Georgia's Nolan Smith showed the NFL that he can leap up with the best of them, boasting a 41.5" vertical. Altuve batted .276 in his first 57 big league games, .290 in his first full season in 2012. 36 overall prospect in this class. might be gone. Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. pic.twitter.com/7gYu0xi6wg. It's incredible. That's it. Below are each of the top individual performances from Indianapolis, as several players surely improved their draft stocks by virtue of their performances. Jose Altuve has emerged as a piece that the Astros should be looking to build around. On the bus, it sounded like a girl was on our team. Blink and you will miss Altuve's hands and wrists zooming through the hitting zone. This is why I love Altuve. @SmithNoland2 @GeorgiaFootball: #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/Qb8NqQ0mZN. Suddenly Albert Pujols became the way to hit. . But every time we'd go to the park, there was this smile that was on his face. Make sure you hit line drives, hard ground balls.' According to Statcast, Altuve ran at 29.9 feet per second, reaching first base in just 3.33 seconds overall, which is apparently that's the fastest home-to-first time since 2015 when Statcast began collecting data. Limitations on exclusive rights: Fair useNotwithstanding the provisions of sections 106 and 106A, the fair use of a copyrighted work, including such use by reproduction in copies or phonorecords or by any other means specified by that section, for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching (including multiple copies for classroom use), scholarship, or research, is not an infringement of copyright. Altuve was playing every two days, every three days. The 40-yard dash is an electronic-timed sprint covering 40 yards. He's just six hits shy of getting to No. He looked like he was a 22-, 23-year-old kid.". He gets on the toe of his back foot extremely early. He's not Aaron Judge. Then he goes into his power and starts driving balls the other way and hitting balls over the fence. "I always tell my wife, 'Who was going to believe then, when we had Altuve at 15, that he was going to be a superstar?' Hes also improved the timing of his swing. What is the 40-yard dash? And if you're teetering between getting a college offer, or making the league, the 40 yard dash can be the event that pushes you over the edge. These college standouts will look to impress in measurements and drills to help boost their stock ahead of April.. One workout that tends to make the biggest headlines is the 40-yard dash. A leg lift . It can be challenging to keep a mechanics-focused article engaging, but this one managed it easily. Its time. While not a perfect representation, the purpose of his drill is to test how well the ends can turn tight corners and get around the offensive line. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Jose Altuve went 2-for-4 with two home runs and a walk in a In 2014 he hit .331 and .563 against those same pitches. Gambling Problem? The 2023 NFL Combine will begin on Thursday, March 2. originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago. The time is also the second-fastest among wide receivers. Defensive linemen need to show off their strength in the bench press but also have a chance to demonstrate the power they can generate at the line's interior. He's an incredible player, and he's evolved and gotten better every single year. Previewing Day 2 of the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. Correa proposes on field after WS win L.A. did everything right until Game 7 Our first week, the record was .500, a little bit under .500 the second week. DraftKings operates pursuant to an Operating Agreement with iGaming Ontario. The 40-yard dash is an electronic-timed sprint covering 40 yards. This is a free article. NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport reports that the Dallas Cowboys plan to place franchise tag on Cowboys running back Tony Pollard if no long-term deal is reached. Enjoy your three-day stay in New York, Altuve. But I learned from Andres Reiner -- he was the guy that opened up the academy [in Venezuela] for the Astros. You remember Correa essentially calling out every MLB fan last year. Jose Altuve Position: Second Baseman Bats: Right Throws: Right 5-6 , 166lb (168cm, 75kg) Team: Houston Astros (majors) More bio, uniform, draft, salary info MVP 8x All-Star 2x World Series Gold Glove 6x Silver Slugger 3x Batting Title ALCS MVP 2x ML PoY 27 27 Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free. . Smith ran an incredible 4.39 40, 1.52 10 yard splits, and a massive 41.5 vertical. His new leg lift has given him an easier way to time the baseball. A Surprising Closure on Oak Lawn, Texas Monthly Highlights New Dallas Spots, and Coffee Comes to a Forme A Vancouver-Based Restaurant Comes to NorthPark, and Two Local Markets Debut This Spring. "He can kind of hit the ball where he wants to do it. While WRs, RBs and DBs typically have the fastest times, the 40-yard dash is considered an important Combine event for all positions. This gives him more balance and better plate coverage. As Junior's allure faded, a new model jumped to the forefront. If you enjoyed it, consider subscribing to Baseball Prospectus. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Watch the full on-field workout from Maryland Terrapins cornerback Deonte Banks at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. Fastest 40-time for a RB at the NFL Combine. 13 where Starlin . Everything fires when it should. UPDATE: Its been quite a day for EDGE rushers at the NFL Combine, highlighted by Georgias Nolan Smith going off in his drills. ), When the Cleveland Indians have bobbled the ball in the outfield, the Astros have made them pay. This will be their chance to strut their stuff in front of NFL executives and coaches to try and raise their draft stock for the 2023 NFL Draft in April. Forever my American League MVP. The greatest lineups ever? Watch as Michigan Wolverines cornerback DJ Turner II, South Carolina Gamecocks cornerback Darius Rush, Georgia Bulldogs cornerback Kelee Ringo, Mississippi State Bulldogs cornerback Emmanuel Forbes, Maryland Terrapins cornerbacks Deonte Banks and Jakorian Bennett put up the six fastest official 40-yard dash times among all defensive backs invited to participate at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. 41.5" vertical Nolan Smith got hops. Kancey -- CBS Sports' fourth-ranked defensive tackle and the No. ), Alex Bregman always goes all out for the Houston Astros. Last year, 33 players posted a 40 time of 4.40 seconds or quicker. It's exciting to see the results at every position, especially seeing the biggest players on the . Time of game: 3:03. As such, let's take a look at the all-time top 10 40-yard dash times: No. Adebawore's 40 time was faster than fellow Big Ten alums Aidan Hutchinson and Nick Bosa. His hips stop moving forward after his front foot lands. The Yankees had won five in a row. ", A.J. Astros embrace, enjoy their moment Latest on Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN As Jose Altuve begins the final act of his MVP-worthy season, everyone seems to have a short story that reads more like a tall tale of the first time the All-Star second baseman wowed them. The sign-stealing/buzzer rumors didnt help, either. Heres his heatmap against all breaking pitches for the past two seasons. Tre'Vius Hodges-Tomlinson is a small player, but you know what they say: You can't run away from the DNA. No, I'm a California resident looking for the California Consumer Privacy Act form. Get more of Dallas top restaurant, real estate, society, fashion and art in your news feed. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. TCU Horned Frogs defensive back Tre'Vius Hodges-Tomlinson discusses how his uncle, Hall of Fame running back LaDainian Tomlinson, made an impact on his career. Michigan Wolverines EDGE Mike Morris looks at his prom photos and talks about what his style for the draft will be. Here's how WBC offenses stack up with MLB's best. But his compatriots also put up some eye-popping numbers. Despite being sick and losing weight over the last 48 hours, he insisted on working out on Thursday. For a guy his size to come out and do that, it's incredible. Joey Porter Sr. watches his son Joey Porter Jr. run the 40. Alabama Crimson Tide edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. reacts to his workout video and how thankful he is to be here. Who had the fastest 40-yard dash in 2023? It was a back field, and it was like him and eight other guys. Kurkjian celebrates the little guy in baseball, Altuve addresses Astros' buzzer conspiracy. The guy's amazing.". Altuve was different compared to everybody else. The defensive linemen and linebackers will go through their drills on Thursday starting at 3 p.m. Edge rushers are built different these days. The 2023 NFL Combine will begin on Thursday, March 2. That would beat many of even the NFL's elite receivers. His average had risen to .389 between two minor league levels in 2011 when the Houston Astros decided to call him up directly from Double-A. An easy way to see this is to watch how hitters who land too early tend to have their hips sliding behind them as they hit the ball.
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