NFL GM Rips Tate's 40 Time at Combine

During the NFL Network coverage, Beane remarked, 'He's pretty slow. I probably wouldn't take him early. Did you see how slow he was out of the gate? The corner's gonna lock him down.' Despite the comments, Tate remains firmly in the first-round conversation after his strong collegiate production.

The Ohio State standout finished his junior season with 51 receptions for 875 yards and nine touchdowns, following up his performance in the Buckeyes' 2024 national championship run where he had 52 catches for 733 yards and four scores. While his forty time may not have topped the charts, Tate's route running skills and production suggest he won't be waiting long to hear his name called in the draft.