Gators QB Graham Mertz (Left), P Jeremy Crawshaw (Middle) and LB Shemar James (Right) are a part of the nine Gators invited to the 2025 NFL Combine
NFL Combine Extends Invitation to Nine Draft-Eligible Gators
Thursday, February 13, 2025 | Football
Florida has had a total of 278 players invited to the combine all-time, which ranks second in the SEC since 1987.
GAINESVILLE, Fla. - The National Football League (NFL) announced its official list of invites on Thursday with nine Gators receiving the opportunity to display their skills in front of NFL personnel in the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine.
Jeremy Crawshaw (P)
Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson (OL)
Chimere Dike (WR)
Cam Jackson (DL)
Shemar James (LB)
Montrell Johnson Jr. (RB)
Jason Marshall Jr. (CB)
Graham Mertz (QB)
A total of 329 prospects will partake in this year's event from Feb. 24 through March 3 in Indianapolis. Live drills begin on Thursday, Feb. 27 at 3 p.m. EST on NFL Network and NFL+. For a full coverage schedule see below.
Florida has had a total of 278 players invited to the combine all-time, which ranks second in the SEC since 1987.
The NFL Combine brings together more than 300 prospects to be evaluated by NFL personnel, including coaches, executives and player personnel. The event serves as an opportunity for players to showcase their skills through a series of drills, tests and interviews ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft.
2. Florida - 278
3. LSU - 274
4. Georgia - 267
Gators best marks in the NFL Combine:
*No NFL Combine in 2021, mark comes from Pro Day.
2025 NFL Combine Coverage on NFL Network
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2025 NFL Scouting Combine Gators Invitees
Elijhah Badger (WR)Jeremy Crawshaw (P)
Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson (OL)
Chimere Dike (WR)
Cam Jackson (DL)
Shemar James (LB)
Montrell Johnson Jr. (RB)
Jason Marshall Jr. (CB)
Graham Mertz (QB)
A total of 329 prospects will partake in this year's event from Feb. 24 through March 3 in Indianapolis. Live drills begin on Thursday, Feb. 27 at 3 p.m. EST on NFL Network and NFL+. For a full coverage schedule see below.
Florida has had a total of 278 players invited to the combine all-time, which ranks second in the SEC since 1987.
The NFL Combine brings together more than 300 prospects to be evaluated by NFL personnel, including coaches, executives and player personnel. The event serves as an opportunity for players to showcase their skills through a series of drills, tests and interviews ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft.
SEC Invitees since 1987
1. Alabama - 2902. Florida - 278
3. LSU - 274
4. Georgia - 267
Gators best marks in the NFL Combine:
| Combine Drill | Result | Player (Year) |
|---|---|---|
| 40-Yard Dash | 4.32 | Louis Murphy (2009) |
| Bench Press | 40 | Zach Piller (1999) |
| Vertical Jump | 42 | Ricky Pearsall (2024) |
| Broad Jump | 136 | Kadarius Toney (2021*) |
| Shuttle | 3.93 | Chris Rainey (2012) |
| 3 Cone | 6.50 | Chris Rainey (2012) |
2025 NFL Combine Coverage on NFL Network
| Day | Time | Position Groups |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, Feb. 27 | 3 p.m. | Defensive Lineman & Linebackers |
| Friday, Feb. 28 | 3 p.m. | Defensive Backs & Tight Ends |
| Saturday, March 1 | 1 p.m. | Quarterbacks, Wide Receivers & Running Backs |
| Sunday, March 2 | 1 p.m. | Offensive Linemen |
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