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Nick Saban Backs Kadyn Proctor as First-Round Projections Split

Late mocks link the Alabama tackle to Houston at No. 26 or Philadelphia at No. 23.

Overview

  • Nick Saban told The Pat McAfee Show that Proctor is “so talented,” citing size, power and movement skills, and he predicted strong NFL production.
  • Saban acknowledged Proctor’s weight can drift when he is away from team oversight but called it a manageable issue for an NFL staff.
  • SB Nation’s community mock placed Proctor with the Texans at No. 26, and analyst Barrett Brooks suggested the Eagles could take him at No. 23 if he is on the board.
  • A national roundup shows a wide first-round range for Proctor, from No. 9 (NFL.com’s Chad Reuter) to No. 28 (ESPN’s Jordan Reid), reflecting a divided evaluation.
  • The 6-foot-6, roughly 352-pound All-SEC left tackle started 15 games last season, with scouting reports praising his run-game power but questioning his ability to mirror speed rushers, which fuels talk of right tackle or guard in the NFL.