Daylen Everette Shines at NFL Combine, Fueled by Kirby Smart’s ‘Hot Mic’ Challenge
Georgia cornerback Daylen Everette delivered an exceptional performance at the NFL Combine, showcasing impressive athleticism including a 4.38-second 40-yard dash, ranking him second among all cornerbacks. His stellar drills, combined with a humorous recollection of a motivating “hot mic” moment from coach Kirby Smart during his freshman year, are expected to significantly boost his 2026 NFL Draft stock. Everette’s strong combine showing positions him as a strong candidate to be Georgia’s first first-round cornerback selection since 2021.