Drew Hartlaub, special teams star, posts blistering 40-yard dash during Penn State's Pro Day
Drew Hartlaub is trying to boost his stock enough for a shot at the NFL. During Penn State’s Pro Day, he put his elite speed on display for teams in attendance.
During the workouts, Hartlaub ran a mark of 4.22 on the 40-yard dash. It is worth noting that was the time provided by Penn State and could have some wiggle room compared to final results from the NFL Combine. Still, there’s no denying Hartlaub’s speed is for real and could help him land a job.
Drew Hartlaub: 𝟰.𝟮𝟮 😳 @drew_hartlaub pic.twitter.com/2OJ5dECg3g
— Penn State Football (@PennStateFball) March 24, 2022
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Hartlaub did indicate after the workouts that he has heard from some NFL teams about a potential special teams role at the next level, per Justin Morganstein with Rivals.
Penn State special teamer Drew Hartlaub ran a 4.24, 40 today. Says he has already met with multiple teams about special teams roles. pic.twitter.com/mOjs45x9CU
— Justin Morganstein (@JmoTweets_) March 24, 2022
Punter Jordan Stout has also been campaigning for Hartlaub along the way:
Jordan Stout said when teams at the Senior Bowl and Combine asked him which under-the-radar teammate he’d bring with him he tells them…. Drew Hartlaub.
“I probably told 29 teams you need get Drew. He’s gonna be a gunner and he’s gonna be really good at it.”
— Audrey Snyder (@audsnyder4) March 24, 2022
Hartlaub finished the 2021 season as a key performer as a gunner and blocker on special teams. He finished his career with 16 tackles and 2 fumble recoveries.