Alabama offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor enters the 2026 NFL draft as one of the most physically imposing prospects at his position.
Listed at 6-foot-7 and 352 pounds, the former five-star recruit possesses rare size and flashes of athleticism that have drawn attention from evaluators. Mel Kiper Jr. ranks Proctor as the 14th overall prospect on his big board, projecting him as a potential late first-round selection.
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Despite the measurable appeal, concerns persist about Proctor’s consistency and competitive fire.
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One NFL scout offered a pointed assessment, drawing an unflattering parallel to New York Giants tackle Evan Neal, who has been widely regarded as a bust since being selected seventh overall in 2022.
Neal recently re-signed with the Giants on a one-year minimum deal after limited production and a move to guard.
“I didn’t like Evan Neal, and this guy is exactly the same,” the scout told Go Long TD. “I wanted to like him, too. He has a little bit of movement for being so big. But the game against Auburn, he’s just standing around watching. He just teases you and, ultimately, disappoints. Big, good-looking dude but not physical, not a lot of grit. Stands around and watches.”
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Proctor’s blend of power in the run game and occasional mobility offers upside, yet questions about his effort and sustained physicality mirror the issues that have plagued Neal’s career.
Teams drafting in the first round will need to weigh Proctor’s elite traits against the risk of investing high capital in a player whose tape has left some evaluators disappointed
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: 2026 NFL draft: Scout likens Kadyn Proctor to Giants’ Evan Neal