University of Georgia offensive lineman Jared Wilson. Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

Watch: Georgia OL Jared Wilson surprises in 40-yard dash at combine

By Clark Dalton | Last updated Mar 2, 2025 6:46 PM ET

Georgia Bulldogs center Jared Wilson's 40-yard dash time at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis on Sunday may have raised eyebrows.

After running a 4.9-second 40-yard dash on his first try, Wilson (6-foot-3, 310 pounds) set an even better time on his second attempt, posting a 4.84. That was the fastest time among O-linemen at the combine.

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According to Next Gen Stats, Wilson reached a top speed of 21.04 mph, the third-fastest figure by an O-lineman over the last three years. He's the only interior O-lineman to eclipse 21 mph.

Georgia center Jared Wilson just ran an unofficial 4.84-second forty, reaching a top speed of 21.04 mph, the 3rd-fastest top speed by an offensive lineman over the last three years, and the only interior OL to eclipse 21 mph.

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Per On3's Jake Rowe, Georgia head coach Kirby Smart said Wilson's GPS times were close to that of the team's defensive backs last spring. It seems he wasn't bluffing.

Wilson — who allowed zero sacks in 12 games in 2024, per Pro Football Focus — is considered one of the best prospects in the draft. On his updated big board, ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. lists him as his No. 1 center.

While a fast 40-yard dash isn't a requirement for an O-lineman, it should still boost Wilson's stock.

Clark Dalton

Dalton is a 2022 journalism graduate of the University of Texas at Austin. He gained experience in sports media over the past seven years — from live broadcasting and creating short films to podcasting and producing. In college, he wrote for The Daily Texan. He loves sports and enjoys hiking, kayaking and camping.

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