The 2020 NFL Scouting Combine kicked off Thursday with the quarterbacks, wide receivers and tight ends working out on the field at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN.
Here are three Chargers takeaways from the workouts.
No. 1, Justin Herbert & Jordan Love shine
While LSU’s Joe Burrow and Alabama’s Tua Tagovailoa spectated, Herbert and Love earned the spotlight as they threw in front of all 32 NFL teams in hopes of separating themselves as this year’s QB3.
Herbert, who has been commonly paired to the Chargers in mock drafts. The former Oregon product showcased his arm talent, delivering wonderful spiral and throw power while placing the ball in perfects throw locations. He made all of his throws look easy, especially on the deep ball.
Herbert is known for his athleticism, and the testing numbers reflected. The Eugene native ran a strong 40-yard dash, clocking in at an official 4.68. He also finished second among quarterbacks in the vertical jump (35.5 inches) and third in the broad jump (10-foot-3).
Love, who has faced questions about his inconsistencies during a disappointing redshirt junior season, threw the ball well. He delivered pretty passes with his loose and live arm to remind everyone that there’s plenty to like other than what the stat sheet showed in 2019.
As for the testing portion, Love finished tied second among quarterbacks with a 35.5-inch vertical jump, and finished fifth in the broad jump at 9-foot-10.
Herbert has just about solidified himself as a top-10 selection, but Love could have as well. On the NFL Network broadcast, Ian Rapoport said buzz was picking up about Love as a potential top-10 pick.