NFL COMBINE TRAINING

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PICKS Simply put, no training facility in the world can match IMG
Academy for its expertise, cutting-edge methodologies,
professional-grade facilities, convenience, and proven
history of maximizing the potential in every athlete. We will
instill in you the confidence to not only dominate the NFL
Combine and Pro Day, but establish a foundation for a
lasting NFL career.

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 THE TRAINING PROGRAM

STRENGTH
SPEED
CONFIDENCE
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WITH OUR PROVEN COMBINE TRAINING PROGRAM, YOU WILL ENTER
THE NFL COMBINE IN PEAK SHAPE PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY.

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TRAINING
PROGRAM
Experience first-hand what it takes
to perform at the combine with a
POSITION-SPECIFIC simulated mock combine, strategically
scheduled during training to identify
TRAINING and develop areas of strength and
weakness.
Receive training that fully prepares you
for the immediate challenges that occur
during the Combine evaluation, as well as
ensure strong fundamentals leading into
rookie training camp.
STRENGTH
TRAINING
Improve maximum power and strength to place
among the most explosive athletes in Indianapolis.
The end result is to increase the highest amount
of reps in the bench press test, while exerting the
greatest amount of force possible to jump higher,
jump further, and move the human body as fast and
efficiently as possible.
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MOCK
COMBINE
Understand and implement movement skill
education that reprograms the nervous
system, producing phenomenal gains
in linear and multi-directional speed. By
utilizing the world’s foremost experts and
cutting-edge video analysis, you will learn
how to improve speed and agility, including
40-yard dash times.
SPEED
TRAINING
LUKE KUECHLY,
CAROLINA PANTHERS
SPORTS
SCIENCE
MANTI TE’O,
SAN DIEGO CHARGERS
Utilize the industry’s most
progressive technology to assist
with everything from injury
recovery and prevention to training
and development. Gatorade
Sports Science Institute testing
and Motus motion capture are
TEDDY BRIDGEWATER,
MINNESOTA VIKINGS
just two of the advanced systems
available to give you an edge.
NFL
DEANDRE HOPKINS,
TAYLOR LEWAN, TENNESSEE TITANS HOUSTON TEXANS
MINDSET
Learn and apply the principles of
a “high-performance mindset”
to better understand the mental
factors that are required to
dominate the 3.5-day Combine,
JEREMY HILL,
CINCINNATI BENGALS
while becoming experienced
in the tests administered at the
Combine (Wonderlic, PAT, etc.).
VISIT IMGACADEMY.COM/NFLCOMBINE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON EACH DISCIPLINE
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 TRAINING PROGRAM
MEDIA
Prepare to maximize
opportunities with the TRAINING/ “IMG Academy has an incredible
media, successfully
conduct yourself in PERSONAL nutrition program... I now have the
interviews and within
BRAND
social media, and handle
yourself powerfully and
BUILDING proper education on how to be a fit
effectively in every type
of setting. athlete because of the tremendous
amount of resources here.”
VISION Undergo a program that is
similar to weight training, as STEPHON TUITT, PITTSBURGH STEELERS
TRAINING the eye muscles are overloaded
and trained to become more
enduring, thereby enhancing
effective communication and

NUTRITION
processing speeds within the
brain, leading to faster motor
responses (reaction speed).

Undergo full body assessment by

a physical therapist and orthopedic
PHYSICAL Identify and address nutritional requirements and deficiencies
through Gatorade Sports Science Institute testing, plus consultations
doctor to establish a corrective
exercise program to guide overall
THERAPY with nutrition experts on topics such as hydration, recovery
nutrition, meal timing, and more to create a customized nutritional
training program. Engage in daily pre- plan to optimize performance and aid in recovery. Individual
gen and recovery activities to ensure supplement consultations help you get another edge with 3rd party
your body is fully prepared, activated tested supplements considered safe for sport.  Various Dymatize
and recovered for prime performance. supplements provided according to your individual needs, schedule,
and nutrition plan improve performance by delaying fatigue,
maximizing explosiveness and power, fighting inflammation, and
increasing lean body mass while decreasing muscle breakdown.
Nutritionists work to get you to your target weight by gaining lean
muscle and losing body fat.

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All Positions OL / DL / LB / CB QB / WR / RB / TE OL / DL / LB / CB QB / WR / RB / TE All Positions OL / DL / LB / CB QB / WR / RB / TE OL / DL / LB / CB QB / WR / RB / TE All Positions

6AM Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast

Athletic Training Athletic Training Athletic Training Athletic Training Athletic Training
7AM Breakfast NFL Mindset Nutrition NFL Life Mind Gym/Test Prep Breakfast
Pre-Generation Pre-Generation Pre-Generation Pre-Generation Pre-Generation
Athletic Training Athletic Training Athletic Training Athletic Training Athletic Training
8AM
Pre-Generation Movement Pre-Generation Movement Re-Generation Pre-Generation Movement Pre-Generation Movement Pre-Generation

9AM
Movement Movement Movement Movement Movement/Lift
Football-Specific Football-Specific Football-Specific Football-Specific Football-Specific
10AM On-Field On-Field Classroom/Film On-Field On-Field

Football-Specific Football-Specific Football-Specific Football-Specific

11 AM On-Field On-Field On-Field On-Field

Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch

Noon
Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch
1 PM Massages
Lift Lift Lift Lift

2PM

3PM
Lift Lift Lift Lift
NFL Mindset Nutrition NFL Life Mind Gym/Test Prep
4 PM

5PM

6PM Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner

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 IMG ACADEMY COACHES AND SPECIALISTS ARE CONSIDERED
SOME OF THE FOREMOST EXPERTS IN THE INDUSTRY.

COACHING
& INSTRUCTION
With a team of nearly 50 coaches and specialists dedicated to helping you become your best, the IMG Academy NFL Combine Training Program is led by:

DR. MATT RHEA SCOTT GADEKEN DWIGHT PHILLIPS DR. TARYN MORGAN

Head of Sports Science
A renowned international expert on athletic
performance enhancement, Dr. Rhea has
consulted for several high school, college
and professional teams. His innovative ap-
proaches to long-term athlete development
have included a heart rate-based training
system, a sport sequence training model,
and multi-dimensional injury prediction and
prevention programs.
Head of Physical Conditioning
Gadeken puts each athlete through a train-
ing program designed to help maximize
strength, power, and speed, tailored exclu-
sively for the grind of Indianapolis. With 15
years of experience in the Division I setting,
10 bowl game appearances including a
National Championship at LSU, Gadeken
brings years of success to the program.
Speed Specialist
A former Olympic gold medalist, Phil-
lips has both the personal and teaching
experience to propel athletes to previously
unprecedented personal speed and agility
bests. Athletes learn how to perform not
only in Combine drills, but practical appli-
cations to improve on the field.
High-Performance Mindset Specialist
A former Division-I student-athlete, Dr.
Morgan’s work on sport psychology has
been published in multiple journals. She
has presented her expertise to several
national and international organizations.
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DONNIE ABRAHAM
Defensive Backs Specialist
Former NFL player and Pro Bowl
selection, Donnie Abraham played
9 seasons with the NY Jets and
Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Abraham,
who co-led the NFL in 1999 for
interceptions, will oversee position-
specific training and provide
guidance for defensive backs.
ANTHONY BECHT
Tight End Specialist
A former first-round pick, Becht
played 11 years in the NFL for
the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, St.
Louis Rams, Arizona Cardinals and
Kansas City Chiefs.
LUKE KUECHLY, CAROLINA PANTHERS, &
KIRK COUSINS, WASHINGTON REDSKINS
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KENNETH STILLS
Defensive Backs Specialist
Kenneth Stills has experienced
every aspect of the game - as
a player, as a coach, and as a
parent. After his playing days with
the Packers and Vikings, Stills has
continued to stay connected to the
game by coaching athletes at every
level.
EARNEST BYNER
Running Back Specialist
Byner carved out a 14-year NFL
career despite being drafted in
the 10th round of the NFL Draft.
A two-time Super Bowl champion,
Byner ranks in the top 50 of all-time
NFL leaders in rushing attempts,
rushing touchdowns and total
yards. After retiring, Byner coached
in the league for 15 years with the
Ravens, Redskins, Titans, Jaguars
and Buccaneers.
PAUL DUNN
Offensive Line Specialist
A former OL standout at the
University of Pittsburgh, Dunn has
coached at the professional and
collegiate level for over 30 years.
His most recent stops include the
Atlanta Falcons (2008-2013) and
the Houston Texans (2014).
RAY HAMILTON
Defensive Line Specialist
A 9-year NFL vet, Hamilton has
coached in the NFL for 25 years
with the Buccaneers, Browns,
Jaguars, Jets, Patriots, Raiders and
Falcons.
NOTABLE COACHES
JEFF FITZGERALD
Linebacker Specialist
One of the most notable linebacker
coaches in the NFL, Fitzgerald
has coached in the league for over
20 years with the Buccaneers,
Bengals, Cardinals, Colts, Ravens,
and Redskins.
BILLY MILLER
Kicking/Punting Specialist
A 2-time college All-American,
Miller is a well-respected special-
ists coach with experience at the
collegiate and NFL level.
HENRY ELLARD
Wide Receiver Specialist
A 3-time Pro Bowl selection,
Ellard retired as the Los Angeles
Rams career leader in receptions,
receiving yards, 100-yard games
and total offense. After retiring,
Ellard coached in the league for
more than a decade with the New
York Jets, St. Louis Rams and New
Orleans Saints.
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THE IMG ACADEMY
CAMPUS IS DESIGNED
TO GIVES ATHLETES THE
ULTIMATE ENVIRONMENT TO
FACILITATE DEVELOPMENT
WITH EVERYTHING YOU
NEED ALL IN ONE PLACE.
FACILITIES & ACCOMMODATIONS
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Athletic Facilities Campus Accommodations
1 11 Apartment-style housing
Stadium field and eight-lane track
2 Two full-size practice football fields 12 Nutritionally-optimized dining halls
3 40,000 square-foot field house with 13 Wellness Spa
multiple strategy rooms
14 Multiple swimming pools
4
10,000 square-foot weight room
15 Golf carts provided to each trainee
5 Covered turf training area for campus travel
6 Multiple film rooms for video analysis 16 Close proximity to Sarasota and
7 Hydrotherapy room
Tampa airports
8 Advanced nutrition/vision training rooms
9 Gatorade Sports Science Institute
10 Motus biomechanical analysis lab
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 Jeff Heuerman
26 bench press reps
[#2 for his position]

Nick Boyle Eric Reid

4.23 20-yd shuffle 4.53 40-yard dash

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[#1 for his position] [#2 for safeties]

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11.65 60-yd shuffle 11’2” broad jump
[#1 for his position] [overall record]

Adrian Amos Geno Smith

Kenyan Drake
4.03 20-yd shuffle 4.58 40-yard dash NOTABLE TRAINEES
[#2 for his position] 10’4” broad jump
4.45 40-yard dash (#3 RB) [#1 for quarterbacks]
4.21 20-yard shuttle (#3 RB)

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Mike Hull 33.5” vertical
31 bench press reps [#2 for quarterbacks] QB RB/WR/TE
Joe Thuney [#2 for his position] Drew Brees Alfred Morris
4.95 40-yard dash (#2 OL) Justin Hunter
39.5” vertical Russell Wilson Eddie Lacy
11’4” broad jump Cam Newton DeAndre Hopkins
Peyton Barber Ryan Tannehill Darren McFadden
[#1 for wide receivers]
4.21 20-yard shuttle (#3 RB) Geno Smith Stephen Hill
Tyler Eifert

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Teddy Bridgewater Tyler Eifert
Elijah Shumate 37.5” vertical Eli Manning Gavin Escobar
18 bench press reps (#3 S) 10’11” broad jump Tony Romo Clay Harbor
Stephen Hill [both #2 for tight ends] Alex Smith Mohamed Sanu
Trevone Boykin 4.28 40-yard dash Vance McDonald Christian Ponder Heath Miller
4.77 40-yard dash (#2 QB) [#1 overall] Kirk Cousins LaDainian Tomlinson
31 bench press reps
11’1” broad jump Matt Barkley Jeremy Hill
at 225 pounds
[tie #1 overall] DeAnthony Thomas
[#1 for tight ends]
10’11” broad jump OL Terrance West

TRACK
Luke Kuechly Devin Funchess
[#2 for tight ends] Anthony Castonzo
27 bench press reps
Cordy Glenn
[tie #1 for linebackers] Sharrif Floyd Rodney Hudson DL/LB
38” vertical 4.92 40-yard dash Luke Joeckel Luke Kuechly
4.12 shuttle [#1 for interior lineman] Peter Konz Cliff Avril
[#2 for linebackers]
Rodger Saffold D’Qwell Jackson
Sheldon Richardson

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Justin Gilbert Ryan Shazier Russell Wilson Taylor Lewan Tamba Hali
4.37 40 yard dash 42 inch vertical 11’8” broad jump
4.53 40-yard dash Zack Martin Sheldon Richardson

RECORD
[#1 for his position] [#1 for his position [#1 for interior defensive
4.06 shuttle Jack Mewhort Bjorn Werner
[#4 overall fastest time] [#1 overall] lineman]
[#2 for quarterbacks] Trai Turner Manti Te’o
10’10 broad jump Trevardo Williams Kendall Reyes
Taylor Lewan Kendall Reyes
[#1 for his position]
4.87 40 yard dash 30 bench press reps DB Sharrif Floyd
9’5” broad jump [#1 for linebackers] Ryan Shazier
[#1 for his position] Arthur Lynch Johnathan Joseph
[#1 for interior defensive Trent Murphy
9’9 broad jump 28 reps on bench Eric Reid
linemen] Jeremiah Attachou
[#1 for his position] [#2 for his position] Dunta Robinson
34.5” vertical Stephon Tuitt
Dominique Rodgers-
36 bench press reps Henry Anderson
Cromartie
[#2 for interior defensive
Justin Gilbert
linemen]
Adrian Amos
SHELDON RICHARDSON, NY JETS

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 IMG PARTNERS WITH THE WORLD’S LEADING SPORTS
PERFORMANCE COMPANIES TO BRING TOP TECHNOLOGIES,
PRODUCTS, AND SERVICES TO OUR PROGRAMS.

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Gatorade Sports Science Institute focuses on improving
performance from a nutrition, hydration, and recovery
perspective by providing usable knowledge, strategies, and
tools that directly impact performance. By participating in
GSSI testing, we can help you identify your strengths and
weaknesses, while at the same time, establish a baseline of
your current physiology.
Offered to every trainee is the world’s most
innovative footwear, apparel, and accessories
provided by Under Armour
Motus Global, a leading motion-capture and sports
technology company, provides high-end biomechanical
analyses that gather 3-D data on how you move to
evaluate your joint mobility/stability and to highlight
strengths and weaknesses in the body in order to help
the training staff meet your custom needs!

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“I’ve focused on everything.
Running fast, jumping high and
getting my body in the best
shape it’s ever been. This is a job
now, and I have to treat it that
way. I have all of the tools
(at IMG Academy) to get better.”
ERIC REID, SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS

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