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Miami Dolphins: Ink Projected Starting Offensive Lineman with 4-year deal
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The Miami Dolphins addressed the offensive line in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, selecting Alabama Crimson Tide standout tackle Kadyn Proctor 12th overall. The 6-foot-6 5/8, 352-pound former five-star recruit instantly became the starting left tackle as a true freshman and started 40 games across his three seasons with the Crimson Tide. His accolades include SEC All-Freshman Team in 2023, Second-Team All-SEC in 2024, and First-Team All-SEC and Second-Team All-American in 2025.
In his rookie season, Proctor is expected to move to left guard and compete for a starting spot. However, with Jamaree Salyer being carted off the field on Wednesday and Austin Jackson's injury history , he could also serve as the Dolphins' swing tackle and potentially start in 2026.
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The Miami Dolphins ink a projected starting offensive lineman with a four-year deal
Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor (74) against the Oklahoma Sooners during the CFP National Playoff First Round at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
The Dolphins announced on Wednesday that they have signed Kadyn Proctor to a four-year deal. According to an X handle, Preme Football , the deal is worth a fully guaranteed $26.1 million with a $15.4 million signing bonus. In addition, because Proctor was a first-round pick, his rookie contract includes a fully guaranteed 5th-year option for the 2030 season, with the decision due in May 2029.
Here's Lance Zierlein's scouting report
Mar 2, 2023; Indianapolis, IN, USA; NFL Network Draft media analyst Lance Zierlein during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
"Proctor is a mass of humanity with rare size and length at his command. He's capable as a move blocker but shines when rolling downhill as a bona-fide people mover with bulldozing power. However, slants and quick first steps beat him to the spot in the run game. When set and centered, Proctor is a roadblock to speed-to-power charges. He has a stout anchor and strong hands to stall the rush in its track. He struggles to mirror athletes in space and lacks the range to protect deeper pocket drops against speed. Inconsistency in pass protection hasn't helped his draft standing, but he still has the potential to become a good right tackle or very good guard."
He projects as a good starter within his first two years.
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