Texas WR Matthew Golden told Kay Adams that his January ankle sprain is “still bothering” him and impacted his performance in the 40-yard dash.

18 April 2025

This is likely a non-story. Golden was timed at 4.29 seconds at the NFL Scouting Combine, registering the fastest time among wide receiver prospects. While Golden is probably just keeping himself atop news cycles, we can quietly make note of his claim regarding the ankle. Golden reportedly suffered a high-ankle sprain in January. If the ankle really is still bothering him three months later, it could be something to monitor. He was healthy enough to lead his position group at the combine’s most-watched event, though, so fans and fantasy managers alike should not be overly concerned.