How to Succeed at the NFL Draft Combine: Jalyx Hunt Reveals His Secret Weapon

Jalyx Hunt has emerged as a standout on the grandest stages of the NFL. Despite coming from a smaller school, the Houston Christian University All-American and Philadelphia Eagles third-round draft pick dominated at the NFL Scouting Combine, impressing a national audience with his athletic prowess.

Standing at 6-foot-4 and weighing 252 pounds, Hunt transitioned from safety to defensive end. At the Combine in Indianapolis, he clocked an impressive 4.64 seconds in the 40-yard dash, one of the fastest times for his position. He also excelled in other drills, ranking first among edge rushers with a 10-8 broad jump, achieving a 37 1/2-inch vertical leap, bench pressing 225 pounds 19 times, and recording a 6.9-second three-cone drill and a 4.16-second short shuttle.

Key to his success? Blumaka Konnect Performance Insoles.

"It's like a secret weapon," Hunt shared. "You can't see it. It's like an undercover agent."

Blumaka Konnect Performance Insoles are engineered with proprietary anti-slip technology, ensuring superior grip, reducing the risk of injury, and optimizing energy transfer for maximum control and explosiveness in football cleats. Hunt's achievements at the Combine underscore the competitive edge these insoles provide.

"At the Combine, it's about high quality, high performance, and high stakes," Hunt said. "You can't afford anything that might slow you down. Blumaka insoles were crucial for me. Every millisecond counts in those drills. You need to show you can move efficiently, and Blumaka is so helpful. It's all about angles and being able to have a more aggressive angle, to lean forward, and to be explosive. You can't put a price on it. They really helped me achieve my best times. Watch the video. You can see me running these times with aggressive ankle flexion. The insoles keep my feet fast and strong."

Whether he's relentlessly chasing down quarterbacks and running backs on the field or training, Hunt relies on Blumaka Konnect Performance Insoles in his cleats and training shoes. "Honestly, I love them," Hunt said. "During the draft process, it's crucial not to slip. The non-slip technology allows you to grip the ground more aggressively, generating power and speed to move faster and redirect effectively. Every pro has their routine, and this is now a staple in mine."

"You know you can perform at a high level without slipping out of your shoes. You won't hesitate to make a last-minute cut. Sometimes, the grass or turf might not be favorable, but with a little more grip, you can perform better. The confidence it provides is invaluable. You can't do anything if you're not confident. You grip the ground and don't slip as you would in other shoes without the insoles."

Hunt's stats speak volumes: 46 tackles, nine for losses, 6 1/2 sacks, one interception returned for a touchdown, a blocked kick, and a finalist for the prestigious Buck Buchanan award. He also shined at the Senior Bowl all-star game. Over two seasons at Houston Christian, after transferring from the Ivy League, he tallied 13 1/2 sacks and five forced fumbles.

On the line of scrimmage, Hunt faces opponents often much larger than himself. He can't afford to slip.

"Playing defensive end-outside linebacker, we're some of the most athletic people on the field," Hunt said. "I have to cover slot receivers or running backs and be powerful and fast enough to get past offensive tackles or a 280-pound tight end. You have to be confident in what's in your cleats. With Blumaka insoles, I don't have to worry. They're always in my workout shoes, and I keep a pair in my cleats. They're part of how I win on the football field, in the weight room, and on the track. I love them.”