SEC Talent on Full Display in NFL Draft
After a relatively quiet first round, the Southeastern Conference reasserted its dominance on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft, with a staggering 29 players selected in the second and third rounds. This surge brought the conference's total to 36 picks through the first 100 selections, solidifying the SEC's reputation as the premier pipeline to professional football.
Texas A&M led the charge with a remarkable six players hearing their names called on Friday night. The Aggies' haul included offensive lineman Chase Bisontis (No. 34 to the Arizona Cardinals), defensive end Cashius Howell (No. 41 to the Cincinnati Bengals), and tight end Nate Boerkircher (No. 56 to the Jacksonville Jaguars). Defensive tackles Tyler Onyedim and Albert Regis, along with offensive lineman Trey Zuhn III, rounded out the impressive class for the Aggies, setting a program record for the most top-100 picks in a single draft.
Other SEC programs also saw their stars selected. The Florida Gators produced two more draftees in center Jake Slaughter (No. 63 to the Los Angeles Chargers) and offensive tackle Austin Barber (No. 86 to the Cleveland Browns). The Georgia Bulldogs continued their tradition of elite tight ends with Oscar Delp going to the New Orleans Saints at No. 73 overall. Additionally, players from Alabama, Auburn, and Tennessee were selected, showcasing the depth of talent across the entire conference.
QUICK HITS
- Missouri Baseball's Skid Continues: The Missouri Tigers' baseball struggles deepened with a 6-0 shutout loss to No. 24 Arkansas, marking their ninth consecutive defeat. The Tiger bats were silenced, managing only two hits against the Razorbacks' pitching. This loss clinches a third-straight SEC series loss for Missouri.
- Oklahoma Softball Powers Past Georgia: The No. 1 ranked Oklahoma Sooners cruised to a 10-2 victory over No. 11 Georgia in their series opener. The game, shortened to six innings, was highlighted by a record-setting home run from OU's Kendall Wells and a six-RBI performance from Gabbie Garcia.
- Texas A&M Softball's Streak Snapped: The No. 10 Texas A&M softball team saw its nine-game winning streak end in a 3-1 loss to No. 24 South Carolina. A three-run homer by the Gamecocks in the second inning proved to be the difference. The Aggies' lone run came from a solo home run by Mya Perez.
- Auburn Baseball Takes Opener from Oklahoma: In a battle of ranked teams, No. 11 Auburn defeated No. 14 Oklahoma 6-4 in the first game of their series. The Tigers held off the Sooners to secure the victory at home.
PORTAL WATCH
There has been no new transfer portal activity reported across the SEC in the last 12 hours.
RECRUITING BUZZ
No new recruiting commitments have been announced for SEC football or basketball programs in the past 12 hours.
GAMES TO WATCH
A full slate of SEC action is on tap for Saturday, April 25th. Here are a few key matchups:
- Baseball: No. 14 Oklahoma at No. 11 Auburn (SECN+)
- Softball: No. 11 Georgia at No. 1 Oklahoma (ESPN2)
- Baseball: Texas A&M at Florida (SEC Network)
- Baseball: LSU at Mississippi State (ESPN2)
- Baseball: Texas at Vanderbilt (SEC Network)