In my opinion, if there’s one area where the Combine protocol could be immediately improved without shaking things up too much, it’s flexibility testing. Traditionally, five measurements are taken at the Combine: prone overhead, prone behind back, supine low back, seated V hamstring and standing hamstring. I would recommend replacing most of those — or at least starting — with a simpler but more functional movement like the knee-bend flexibility test. This test measures an athlete’s ability to get into the “universal athletic position” and is a useful way to assess composite range of motion. It’s easy to administer, and the only equipment required is an inexpensive goniometer: