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The fastest running back at the NFL Combine was a former HBCU 1,000-yard rusher

Photo: North Carolina A&T Athletics

By Chris Stevens

(Source: HBCU Sports)

A draft hopeful who got his start at an HBCU is earning rave reviews for his performance at the NFL Combine.

Bhayshul Tuten, who began his college career at North Carolina A&T, ran the fastest 40-yard dash time for running backs with a time of 4.32 second.

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Virginia Tech RB Bhayshul Tuten Takes The  w/ 4.32.

Tuten ran for 1,363 yards and 13 touchdowns for the Aggies, who finished second in the Big South’s final year at 7-4 overall (4-1 in conference). Tuten was one of several key Aggies who transferred elsewhere following Sam Washington’s departure as head coach.

Tuten landed at Virginia Tech, where he was second-team All-ACC each of his two seasons in Blacksburg. This past season, he ran for 1,159 yards and 15 touchdowns for the Hokies.

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