Overview
- The SEC finished with the most selections and a new single-conference high, reported as 87 by CBS Sports and 88 by Yahoo/USA TODAY due to differing treatment of Uar Bernard, an International Player Pathway pick by the Eagles.
- The Big Ten produced more first-rounders, then trailed in overall volume as the SEC piled up picks across Rounds 2 through 7.
- Ohio State led all programs with 11 draftees, edging Alabama and Texas A&M at 10 each.
- CBS identified Oklahoma tight end Jaren Kanak as the SEC’s 80th selection, a marker in the surge that pushed the league past last year’s total of 79.
- ACC and Big 12 totals reached 38 each, signaling a broad talent base across leagues even as the SEC’s depth could strengthen its recruiting case.