What lessons can GAA players take from Super Bowl stars’ speed tests?

NFL players undergo a series of physical tests including the gold standard for speed — the 40-yard dash — at the NFL combine

Dublin players Dean Rock, left, Diarmuid Connolly, centre, and Con O’Callaghan breaking at pace. The 40-yard dash at the NFL combine is a big deal but how much of a correlation is there is between players that are very fast and those who are successful in the NFL and other sports? Picture: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

Whether you’re an American football superfan or a casual follower, you’re probably aware the Super Bowl is on this weekend. Tom Brady. Patrick Mahomes. All of them.

NFL superfans will be aware of the NFL combine, where those hoping to make the professional game undergo a series of physical tests including the gold standard for speed — the 40-yard dash.