SEC Dominates Again as 2025 NFL Draft Pick Totals by Conference Are Revealed

As the 2025 NFL Draft winds down, the numbers are in—and once again, the Southeastern Conference (SEC) stands alone at the top. With 15 players selected, the SEC extended its reign as the premier pipeline to the NFL, continuing a long-standing tradition of sending elite talent to the next level.

Trailing behind the SEC is the Big Ten with a strong showing of 11 picks, proving its place as a consistent contributor of pro-ready players. The gap between these two Power Five titans and the rest of the field, however, is striking.

The Big 12 managed only 2 draft picks this year, tying with the ACC, which also saw just 2 of its athletes selected—far below expectations for conferences that typically pride themselves on depth and visibility. The sharp decline may raise questions about development pipelines and national competitiveness moving forward.

Meanwhile, two smaller conferences also made their mark: the Missouri Valley Football Conference (MVFC) and the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) each had one player drafted, a reminder that NFL talent can emerge from beyond the Power Five spotlight.

The 2025 draft class underscores a growing disparity between the SEC and its peers. With premier facilities, deep recruiting pools, and high-profile coaching staffs, the SEC continues to set the standard—and the NFL is watching.

As draft analysts and fans alike break down the class in the weeks to come, one thing is clear: the path to the pros still runs strongest through the South.