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Kadyn Proctor

Kadyn Proctor is an American football offensive lineman from Des Moines, Iowa.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kadyn Proctor is an American football offensive lineman from Des Moines, Iowa. He played college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide and was selected by the Miami Dolphins in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Early life and high school

Kadyn Proctor grew up in the Des Moines, Iowa area and attended Southeast Polk High School. He was regarded as one of the top offensive tackle recruits in his class.

College career at Alabama

Proctor joined Alabama and became a starting left tackle, making 40 career starts. He earned All-American honours in 2025 and won the Jacobs Blocking Trophy during his time with the Crimson Tide. He graduated from Alabama in December 2025 with a Bachelor of Science degree, magna cum laude.

Professional career

Proctor entered the 2026 NFL Draft and was selected 12th overall by the Miami Dolphins. He began his NFL career as an offensive tackle for Miami.

Playing profile

Proctor is listed at 6 feet 7 inches and about 352 pounds around the 2026 draft. He is known for rare size for the position combined with notable athletic testing numbers. Sources describe him as a powerful run blocker with enough mobility to project at left tackle.

Key facts

  • Proctor played three seasons at Alabama and was a three-year starting left tackle.
  • He was selected 12th overall by the Miami Dolphins in the 2026 NFL Draft.
  • He was listed at 6 ft 7 in and about 352 lb around the 2026 draft.
  • Proctor earned All-American honours in 2025 and won the Jacobs Blocking Trophy.
  • He graduated from Alabama in December 2025 with a Bachelor of Science degree, magna cum laude.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Kadyn Proctor?
He is an American football offensive tackle who played at Alabama and was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in 2026.
What college did Kadyn Proctor attend?
He played college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide.
When was Kadyn Proctor drafted?
He was selected in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, 12th overall by Miami.
Where is Kadyn Proctor from?
He is from the Des Moines, Iowa area and attended Southeast Polk High School.
What position does Kadyn Proctor play?
He plays offensive tackle.
What honours did Kadyn Proctor win in college?
He earned All-American honours in 2025 and won the Jacobs Blocking Trophy.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kadyn_Proctor
    Supports: Birth date, college team, draft selection, and professional team.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4870976/kadyn-proctor
    Supports: NFL team, position, height, weight, birthdate, college, and draft information.
  3. NFL.com — https://www.nfl.com/players/kadyn-proctor/
    Supports: Height, weight, college, hometown, and rookie status.
  4. Miami Dolphins — https://www.miamidolphins.com/news/fast-facts-kadyn-proctor
    Supports: Draft selection, college career, starts, honours, and graduation details.
  5. Alabama Crimson Tide — https://rolltide.com/sports/football/roster/kadyn-proctor/8873
    Supports: Hometown, high school, position, height, weight, and freshman roster listing.