What happened: The selection carried an assigned value of $8,336,500. The finalized bonus came in at $6.2 million.
Why it matters: Under-slot savings can be redirected to other selections without exceeding the draft bonus pool. The deal also closes off a return to LSU in 2027.
By the numbers: The $6.2 million bonus equals 74.4% of the assigned slot value, creating $2,136,500 in pool savings.
What to watch: Watch how the organization distributes the savings among its remaining draft choices.