In his latest 2026 NFL Mock Draft, Dane Brugler of The Athletic projects the Philadelphia Eagles selecting Alabama offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor with the No. 23 overall pick.
This would be a move that would signal a clear investment in the future of the trenches.
At 6-foot-7 and nearly 360 pounds, Proctor fits the exact physical archetype Philadelphia has prioritized for years.
With Lane Johnson battling injuries for much of the season and now entering the later stages of his career, Philly could soon be forced to plan for life without its longtime O-Line cornerstone.
While Proctor could eventually be viewed as a long-term successor to Johnson at tackle, his value in Philadelphia goes beyond Lane’s replacement.
His size, power, and experience at left tackle also give the Eagles a potential plug-and-play option at guard.
This would offer immediate flexibility to allow the coaching staff to manage Johnson’s workload and durability moving forward.
Kadyn Proctor’s Draft Profile
Proctor declared for the 2026 NFL Draft in early January after three seasons as Alabama’s starting left tackle.
He finished his Crimson Tide career with 40 starts.
In 2025, he started all 15 games and allowed just three sacks.
Proctor earned Consensus All-American and First-Team All-SEC honors.
Physically, Proctor is rare.
Scouts consistently highlight his jarring power at the point of attack, massive frame, and surprising athleticism for his size.
Defenders are often overwhelmed by his size, and his run blocking routinely creates wide lanes in gap and power schemes.
That said, Proctor remains raw and needs to improve in some areas.
Early in the 2025 season against Florida State, he surrendered seven pressures and a sack, along with a costly false start late in the game.
While his play improved as the season progressed, concerns persist about pass-protection consistency, footwork, and leverage against quick edge rushers.
One scouting report labeled him a “boom-or-bust” prospect.
They project a high ceiling with real questions, including a potential move inside to guard at the NFL level.
Why the Fit Makes Sense in Philadelphia
For the Eagles, taking a chance on a guy like Proctor makes sense.
With Lane Johnson getting older, questions surrounding Landon Dickerson’s long-term outlook, and Tyler Steen struggling to find consistency, Proctor could step in an immediate role on the interior while also developing as a future option at tackle.
The Eagles’ offensive line took a noticeable step back in 2025 and lost its usual dominance.
The offense finished around 24th-25th in total yards per game.
These numbers come one year after being the league’s most productive units.
Philadelphia’s rushing attack dropped to 115.2 yards per game (17th) after ranking second in 2024.
Their third-down efficiency fell to the bottom five of the league (roughly 34%) and the offensive line also allowed 42 total sacks.
With a new offensive coordinator expected to have a strong voice in decisions, reinforcing the front is a top priority.
Proctor’s profile aligns perfectly with Philadelphia’s O-line longterm developmental prospects.
Offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland has built a reputation for maximizing raw and powerful linemen.
That’s exactly what Proctor is.
Proctor’s flaws are mostly technical, not physical and there would be no better situation for him to reach his full potential than in Philly.
Eagles Eye 6’7″, 360-Pound Potential Successor for Lane Johnson in Latest 2026 Mock Draft