March 2, 2025 – Indianapolis, IN
Picture this: two guys who grew up dreaming big in small towns, now standing under the bright lights of Lucas Oil Stadium, chasing the next chapter of their football lives. That’s Quinshon Judkins and TreVeyon Henderson—Ohio State’s superstar running backs—at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine yesterday, March 1. Fresh off a national championship, these two didn’t just show up; they showed out, reminding everyone why they were the heartbeat of the Buckeyes’ magical 2024 season. Their story? It’s about grit, friendship, and a whole lot of heart.
Combine Day: Running Fast, Jumping Far, Dreaming Big
TreVeyon Henderson hit the field like he had something to prove—and man, did he. Clocking a 4.43-second 40-yard dash, he was flying, hitting 23.38 mph—second-fastest among running backs that day. Then he leaped 10’8” in the broad jump, grinning ear-to-ear like a kid who just aced a test he’d been sweating over. “I felt free out there,” he said later, still buzzing. Scouts scribbled notes furiously—his speed and bounce are the kind you can’t teach.
Quinshon Judkins? He wasn’t about to let his buddy steal the spotlight. At 221 pounds, he soared 11 feet in the broad jump—like, are you kidding me? That’s a club so exclusive only one other guy has joined it since 2003. Add a 4.48-second 40 and a 38.5-inch vertical, and you’ve got a guy who’s built like a tank but moves like a sports car. “I just wanted to show I’m more than a bruiser,” Quinshon said, brushing off the sweat and flashing that quiet confidence he’s known for.
They could’ve waited for Ohio State’s Pro Day on March 26, but nah—these two were ready. Splitting carries all year kept their legs fresh, and they weren’t about to miss a chance to shine together one last time. Draft boards are buzzing now: Quinshon’s looking like a Top 50 lock, and TreVeyon’s not far behind.
Where It All Started: From Backyards to Buckeyes
TreVeyon’s Journey: Back in Hopewell, Virginia, TreVeyon was the kid everyone knew could run. A five-star recruit in 2021, he rolled into Ohio State and lit up his freshman year—1,255 yards, 15 touchdowns, and a Big Ten Freshman of the Year trophy. But the next two seasons? Rough. Injuries piled up, and doubts crept in. “There were days I wasn’t sure I’d get back,” he admitted once. Sticking around for 2024 was his bet on himself—and it paid off. Sharing the load with Quinshon, he racked up 1,016 yards and 10 scores, plus 284 yards catching passes. In the playoffs, he was untouchable—414 yards and five touchdowns. That’s the TreVeyon who’d race his cousins in the backyard, all grown up.
Quinshon’s Path: Over in Pike Road, Alabama, Quinshon was a three-star nobody thought much of—except him. He picked Ole Miss in 2022 and turned heads fast: 1,567 yards as a freshman, SEC Freshman of the Year, and a “who’s this guy?” reaction across the South. Year two brought 1,158 more yards and 15 scores. Then, in a leap of faith, he transferred to Ohio State for 2024. Result? 1,060 yards, 14 touchdowns, and a title-game performance—three scores against Notre Dame—that had fans chanting his name. “I just kept my head down and ran,” he says of his 3,785 career yards. That’s Quinshon: quiet, tough, and unstoppable.
Together, they made history in 2024—only the third Ohio State duo to both hit 1,000 yards in a season. Quinshon brought the thunder; TreVeyon flashed the lightning. “He’s my brother,” TreVeyon said of Quinshon. “We pushed each other every day.”
The Ohio State Days: More Than Stats
Playing for Ryan Day and running backs coach Carlos Locklyn wasn’t just about football—it was family. Quinshon and TreVeyon roomed together at the Combine with teammates Jack Sawyer and Will Howard, laughing about old games and late-night talks. “Ohio State was home,” Quinshon said, his voice softening. TreVeyon nodded: “Having Quinshon there—it kept me going.” Their national title run wasn’t just a trophy; it was proof two guys from different worlds could click and conquer.
Now, Ohio State’s got to move on. Freshman James Peoples and some hotshot recruits are up next, but replacing these two? Good luck with that.
What’s Next: The NFL Dream
Scouts see Quinshon as a do-it-all guy—6’0”, 219 pounds of power and finesse. He’s got vision that makes defenders miss and a knack for shrugging off tacklers. “He’s a guy you build around,” one scout said, though they’re nudging him to work on blocking. ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. has him No. 5 among running backs—think Kareem Hunt with a little more juice.
TreVeyon’s the sparkplug—5’10”, 208 pounds, and faster than you can blink. He cuts like a video game character and catches passes like a receiver. “I want to be that guy who changes the game,” he says. Durability’s the big question after those injury scares, but Kiper’s got him at No. 9—maybe a Jahmyr Gibbs vibe in the right system.
The Heart of It All
Walking off the Combine field, Quinshon and TreVeyon weren’t just numbers on a stat sheet. They were the kid from Alabama who wouldn’t quit and the Virginia speedster who fought back. From Ole Miss to Ohio State, from small towns to a national title, they’ve carried each other—and Buckeye Nation—along the way. Now, with the NFL Draft in April calling, they’re ready to run toward whatever’s next, together in spirit, even if their paths split.
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