Dontay Moch and the 15 Most Freakish NFL Combine Performances of the Past Decade

The NFL combine is that annual event to show off just how athletic some of the possible draft products are.

The combine has been in existence since 1982. It was moved to Indianapolis in 1987, and it has been there ever since.

This year has had some outstanding athletic displays by guys, but how do they stack up among the best of the last 10 years of combine participants?

Obviously, the headline event of the combine is the 40-yard dash where people are always attracted to the low times. However, the combine is more than just that four-something number.

The other events the athletes are judged on are the bench press, vertical jump, broad jump, three-cone drill, 20-yard shuffle and 60-yard shuffle.

Here we will be counting down the 15 athletes that have had the best combine workouts over the last 10 years.

Read on and let us know what you think.

15. Jacoby Ford, WR, 2010

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 28: Wide receiver Jacoby Ford of Clemson runs the 40 yard dash during the NFL Scouting Combine presented by Under Armour at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 28, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Scott Boehm/Getty Images)

40 time: 4.28, first all positions

60 shuttle time: 11.58, fifth among WRs

Has it translated?: Jacoby Ford had a decent rookie year in the NFL playing for the Raiders. He had 25 receptions 470 yards and two touchdowns.

His 40 time was the thing that got him drafted into the NFL. He still will need time to progress as a player, but to this point, he has shown the ability to be a real burner on the outside.

14. Von Miller, LB, 2011

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 28: Von Miller of Texas A&M works out during the 2011 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 28, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

40 time: 4.53, second among linebackers

Vertical Jump: 37.0 inches, third among linebackers

Broad Jump: 10'6'', first among linebackers

Three-Cone Drill: 6.70, first among linebackers

20-Yard Shuttle: 4.06, third among linebackers

60-Yard Shuttle: 11.15, first among linebackers

Has it translated?: Well, obviously Von Miller hasn't gone through the draft at this point, but after seeing all the numbers he put up at this year's combine, I think Miller is going to be a very high draft pick.

He is an all-around outstanding athlete that is going to make one NFL defense better.

13. David Buehler, K, 2009

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GLENDALE, AZ - DECEMBER 25: Kicker David Buehler #18 of the Dallas Cowboys kicks a field goal during the NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals at the University of Phoenix Stadium on December 25, 2010 in Glendale, Arizona. The Cardinals defeated the Co

40 time: 4.62, first among special teamers

Bench Press Reps: 25, first among special teamers

Has it translated?: Normally, you don't see a lot of athleticism out of kickers, but David Buehler showed just how erroneous that can be.

When Buehler was recruited to play football at USC, he was actually recruited as a safety, not a kicker. He picked up the kicking game when it became clear that he would not see the field on defense.

So far in the NFL, Buehler hasn't had a ton of success as a field goal kicker. He is solid on kickoffs, but as far as putting the ball through the uprights, he is inconsistent at best. Maybe that athleticism that Buehler possesses isn't great for a kicker.

12. Eric Berry, S, 2010

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MARCH 2: Defensive back Eric Berry of Tennessee runs the 40 yard dash during the NFL Scouting Combine presented by Under Armour at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 2, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Scott Boehm/Getty Images)

40 time: 4.47, fourth among defensive backs

Vertical Jump: 43.0 inches, second among defensive backs

Broad Jump: 10'10'', second among defensive backs

Has it translated?: Eric Berry has always been an outstanding athlete, but the best thing about him is the ability to translate that athleticism onto the football field. After an outstanding combine, he was the fifth pick in the draft and had an outstanding rookie season.

Berry still has a long way to go in his NFL career, but he is on the right track towards a great career.

11. Chris Johnson, RB, 2008

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INDIANAPOLIS - JANUARY 02: Chris Johnson #28 of the Tennessee Titans runs for a touchdown during NFL game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on January 2, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

40 time: 4.24, first all-time

Vertical Jump: 35.0 inches, fourth among running backs

Broad Jump: 10'10'', third among running backs

Has it translated?: After blowing away scouts with a record 40 time, Chris Johnson continued the show by exploding with his leaping ability.

It absolutely has translated to the NFL. Johnson had a 2,000-yard season last year, and he has shown the ability to be a home-run threat.

10. Santana Moss, WR, 2001

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LANDOVER, MD - DECEMBER 12: Santana Moss #89 of the Washington Redskins runs the ball after a catch during the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at FedExField on December 12, 2010 in Landover, Maryland. The Buccaneers defeated the Redskins 17-16. (P

40 time: 4.31, tied for ninth all-time

Vertical Jump: 42 inches, fifth among WRs

Has it translated?: The 2001 combine really had some outstanding receivers present, but Santana Moss stole the show after running a blazing 40 time and nearly jumping out of the stadium in the vertical jump.

Moss has had an up-and-down NFL career to this point, but he is still a good target, but it's surprising that leaping ability hasn't translated as well yet.

9. Shane Vereen, RB, 2011

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BERKELEY, CA - NOVEMBER 20: Shane Vereen #34 of the California Golden Bears warms up for their game against the Stanford Cardinal at California Memorial Stadium on November 20, 2010 in Berkeley, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

40 time: 4.50, eighth among running backs

Bench Press: 31 reps, second among running backs

Three-Cone Drill: 6.95, 11th among running backs

60-Yard Shuttle: 11.58 seconds, ninth among running backs

Has it translated?: Shane Vereen is a name that hadn't been mentioned through most of the draft process, but he really wowed people with his numbers during the combine. Paramount among the surprising numbers is the 31 reps at the bench press.

Pair that with 4.5 speed and Vereen could end up being the steal of the draft.

8. Tim Tebow, QB, 2010

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 28: Quarterback Tim Tebow of Florida runs the 40 yard dash during the NFL Scouting Combine presented by Under Armour at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 28, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Scott Boehm/Getty Images)

40 time: 4.72, fourth among quarterbacks

Vertical Jump: 38.5 inches, first among quarterbacks

Broad Jump: 9'7'', second among quarterbacks

Three-Cone Drill: 6.66 seconds, sixth among all positions

20-Yard Shuttle: 4.17 seconds, first among quarterbacks

60-Yard Shuttle: 11.27 seconds, first among quarterbacks

Has it translated?: Tim Tebow showed just how incredible his athleticism is when he worked out at the combine. His size and speed were really amazing. 

Tebow still needs some seasoning as an NFL quarterback, but he appears to be on the right track.

7. Vernon Gholston, DL, 2008

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - NOVEMBER 21: Vernon Gholston #50 of the New York Jets Tackles Matt Shaub #8 of the Houston Texans during their game on November21, 2010 at the New Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Image

40 time: 4.67, fourth among defensive linemen

Bench Press: 37 reps, first among defensive linemen

Vertical Jump: 35.5 inches, first among defensive linemen

Broad Jump: 10'5'', first among defensive linemen

Three-Cone Drill: 7.12 seconds, eighth among defensive linemen

20-Yard Shuttle: 4.40 seconds, seventh among defensive linemen

Has it translated?: Vernon Gholston is the ultimate example of how misleading the combine can be. Gholston had an absolutely incredible workout that he parlayed into a high draft pick.

However, on the field, Gholston has been a severe disappointment. It just goes to show how tough talent is to gauge.

6. Cameron Wake, LB, 2005

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MIAMI - NOVEMBER 18: Quarterback Jay Cutler #6 of the Chicago Bears is preasured by linebacker Cameron wake #91 of the Miami Dolphins at Sun Life Stadium on November 18, 2010 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Marc Serota/Getty Images)

40 time: 4.55

Vertical Jump: 45.5 inches, second all-time

Has it translated?: Shockingly, Cameron Wake didn't get picked in the 2005 NFL Draft after showing real explosion at the combine, but he used a career in the Canadian Football League to land on an NFL team.

So far in his short NFL career, Wake has been incredible when rushing the passer.

5. Manny Lawson, DL, 2006

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LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 31: Manny Lawson #99 of San Francisco 49ers celebrates as he sacks Kyle Orton #8 of Denver Broncos during the NFL International Series match between Denver Broncos and San Francisco 49ers at Wembley Stadium on October 31, 2010 i

40 time: 4.43, first among defensive linemen

Vertical Jump: 39.5 inches, third among defensive linemen

Broad Jump: 10'4'', third among defensive linemen

Three-Cone Drill: 6.90 seconds, first among defensive linemen

20-Yard Shuttle: 4.18 seconds, third among defensive linemen

60-Yard Shuttle: 11.08 seconds, first among defensive linemen

Has it translated?: Manny Lawson was overshadowed by college teammate Mario Williams, who ended up being the first pick in the draft that season, but Lawson used a strong combine performance to end up on the San Francisco 49ers.

Lawson hasn't been able to translate that explosiveness consistently to this point, but with a new defensive coordinator in 2011, Lawson could be a breakout star.

4. Vernon Davis, TE, 2006

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SAN FRANCISCO - DECEMBER 12: Vernon Davis #85 of the San Francisco 49ers runs for a tochdown after a catch against the Seattle Seahawks during an NFL game at Candlestick Park on December 12, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/G

40 time: 4.38, first among tight ends

Vertical Jump: 42.0 inches, first among tight ends

Broad Jump: 10'8'', first among tight ends

Has it translated?: Vernon Davis blew onto the scene at the 2006 NFL Draft when he ran a staggering 4.38 40. He followed that up by showing some great leaping ability in both the vertical jump and the broad jump.

So far, Davis has had some up-and-down moments in the NFL, but he appears to be on the rise.

3. Dontay Moch, DL, 2011

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 28: Defensive lineman Dontay Moch of Nevada runs a drill during the 2011 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 28, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

40 time: 4.44, first among defensive linemen

Vertical Jump: 42.0 inches, first among defensive linemen

Broad Jump: 10'8'', first among defensive linemen

Has it translated?: All anyone has talked about at this year's combine is how incredible Dontay Moch looked in all of his workouts. The speed and explosion are incredible, but how will it translate?

Moch played at Nevada. Not exactly top-level competition, but those numbers mean there is quite a deal of athleticism there, and I think he is a guy that will translate.

2. Trent Williams, OL, 2010

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 27: Offensive lineman Trent Williams of Oklahoma runs the 40 yard dash during the NFL Scouting Combine presented by Under Armour at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 27, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Scott Boehm/Getty Im

40 time: 4.88, first among offensive linemen

Vertical Jump: 34.5 inches, first among offensive linemen

Broad Jump: 9'5'', second among offensive linemen

Has it translated?: Trent Williams used an explosive combine workout to lock up the fourth overall pick in the 2010 NFL Draft, where he was picked by the Washington Redskins.

It's tough to measure just how much success he is having with the Redskins, but he started at left tackle during his rookie season in Washington, so signs point to good things for Williams' career.

1. Julio Jones, WR, 2011

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 27: Former Alabama teammates Mark Ingram (L) and Julio Jones look on during the 2011 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 27, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

40 time: 4.39, third among wide receivers

Bench Press: 17 reps, 13th among wide receivers

Vertical Jump: 38.5 inches, seventh among wide receivers

Broad Jump: 11'3'', first among all players

60-Yard Shuttle: 11.07 seconds, fifth among wide receivers

Has it translated?: So the things that jump out by Julio Jones are the 40 time and the broad jump, but the one thing that the numbers don't tell you is that he did the entire combine with a BROKEN FOOT!

That's right, Jones is going to need surgery to put a screw in his foot to help heal a broken bone. Despite that, he still had one of the most impressive workouts in recent memory.

He would have made the list regardless of the broken bone or not, but the fact that he did all this with a broken bone in his foot makes it absolutely incredible and worthy of our top spot.