Miami Dolphins' first-round draft pick Kadyn Proctor is eager to block for running back De'Von Achane in the upcoming 2026 season. Proctor expressed confidence in their ability to dominate the run game together.
Key points
Kadyn Proctor was drafted 12th overall by the Miami Dolphins.
He plays as an offensive lineman from Alabama.
Proctor is excited to block for running back De'Von Achane.
He predicts a strong run game for the Dolphins in 2026.
Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide tackle Kadyn Proctor poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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
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
Q&A
Who is Kadyn Proctor and what position does he play?
Kadyn Proctor is a first-round draft pick for the Miami Dolphins, playing as an offensive lineman.
What did Kadyn Proctor say about blocking for De'Von Achane?
Kadyn Proctor stated, 'We’re going to run the (bleep) out of the ball,' expressing excitement about blocking for De'Von Achane.
When was Kadyn Proctor drafted by the Miami Dolphins?
Kadyn Proctor was selected by the Miami Dolphins with the 12th overall pick on April 23, 2026.
What can fans expect from the Dolphins' run game in 2026?
Fans can expect a strong run game in 2026, as Kadyn Proctor is enthusiastic about blocking for De'Von Achane.
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Oct 25, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor (74) rushes the ball against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the second quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images
Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson (15) and 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
Nov 22, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor (74) catches a short pass and runs the ball during the game with Eastern Illinois at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images
Apr 22, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide tackle Kadyn Proctor during the NFL Draft prospects clinic at Hazelwood Green Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
March 25, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Offensive lineman Parker Brailsford blocks against fellow lineman Kadyn Proctor during Pro Day in the Hank Crisp Indoor Practice Facility at the University of Alabama.
March 25, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor runs a drill for scouts during Pro Day in the Hank Crisp Indoor Practice Facility at the University of Alabama.
March 25, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor runs a drill for scouts during Pro Day in the Hank Crisp Indoor Practice Facility at the University of Alabama.
Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Alabama offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor (OL41) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images
Mar 1, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Alabama offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor (OL41) at the vertical jump station during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Mar 1, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Alabama offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor (OL41) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Photos of Kadyn Proctor, Miami Dolphins' first-round NFL draft pick
Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide tackle Kadyn Proctor poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Photos of Kadyn Proctor, Miami Dolphins' first-round NFL draft pick
Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide tackle Kadyn Proctor poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Photos of Kadyn Proctor, Miami Dolphins' first-round NFL draft pick
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
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Photos of Kadyn Proctor, Miami Dolphins' first-round NFL draft pick
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
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Photos of Kadyn Proctor, Miami Dolphins' first-round NFL draft pick
Oct 25, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor (74) rushes the ball against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the second quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images
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Photos of Kadyn Proctor, Miami Dolphins' first-round NFL draft pick
Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson (15) and 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
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Photos of Kadyn Proctor, Miami Dolphins' first-round NFL draft pick
Nov 22, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor (74) catches a short pass and runs the ball during the game with Eastern Illinois at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images
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Photos of Kadyn Proctor, Miami Dolphins' first-round NFL draft pick
Apr 22, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide tackle Kadyn Proctor during the NFL Draft prospects clinic at Hazelwood Green Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Photos of Kadyn Proctor, Miami Dolphins' first-round NFL draft pick
March 25, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Offensive lineman Parker Brailsford blocks against fellow lineman Kadyn Proctor during Pro Day in the Hank Crisp Indoor Practice Facility at the University of Alabama.
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Photos of Kadyn Proctor, Miami Dolphins' first-round NFL draft pick
March 25, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor runs a drill for scouts during Pro Day in the Hank Crisp Indoor Practice Facility at the University of Alabama.
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Photos of Kadyn Proctor, Miami Dolphins' first-round NFL draft pick
March 25, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor runs a drill for scouts during Pro Day in the Hank Crisp Indoor Practice Facility at the University of Alabama.
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Photos of Kadyn Proctor, Miami Dolphins' first-round NFL draft pick
Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Alabama offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor (OL41) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images
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Photos of Kadyn Proctor, Miami Dolphins' first-round NFL draft pick
Mar 1, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Alabama offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor (OL41) at the vertical jump station during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Photos of Kadyn Proctor, Miami Dolphins' first-round NFL draft pick
Mar 1, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Alabama offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor (OL41) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
“It feels so good to block for a guy who makes your job easier,” Proctor said. “He’s going to make plays. He’s a great running back. Fast as hell. I can’t wait to block for him.”
Proctor said he and his agent had brainstormed on where he might be drafted — and their predictions proved right on the money.
“I thought top 20 where my range was,” he said. “I think my agent thought the draft starts at 12 for me — and that’s exactly what happened. This is just crazy, a surreal feeling. I had some good talks at the ’30’ visit with the Dolphins. ”
March 25, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor runs a drill for scouts during Pro Day in the Hank Crisp Indoor Practice Facility at the University of Alabama.
March 25, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor runs a drill for scouts during Pro Day in the Hank Crisp Indoor Practice Facility at the University of Alabama.
Proctor admitted there were tears streaming down his face upon taking the call from coach Jeff Hafley, general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and others in the Dolphins draft room.
Other highlights:
◦ On his attitude when lining up opposite a defensive player: “It's physicality. You're trying to put a man on the ground. That's my favorite part about the game.”
◦ On his meetings with Hafley and Sullivan: “I loved the meetings with them. I mean, they laid it out for me, kind of just laid it down and told me how it was. You know, they're straight shooters and I love that. And they told me, ‘We're trying to play fast, physical, tough football.’ ”
◦ On clips of him as a receiver and ballcarrier: “I go out there and I just try to handle my business, like I said. I'll play guard, I'll play tackle, I'll play center. It doesn't matter, you know, wide receiver. If that means that I'm going out there to help my team win in any way, I'm gonna do it. No question.”
◦ On criticism, including from Nick Saban on the air, that Proctor might not be a self-starter: “It was like that. I was 400 pounds and it was there, in the offseason. That's some of my freshman year, but I feel like I've got a couple of years under my belt to where I've kept that in check. I've built and put a plan in place to go succeed and to be at the weight that I need to be to go out there and provide opportunity.”
◦ On his background: “I have some, you know, family stuff going on, you know, different things. Like, my parents ain't the richest, so I feel like that's definitely an external motivator.”
◦ On his familiarity, if any, with South Florida: “The first time I was in Miami/Florida, was for my ’30’ visit. And I love the city. And I feel like it's going to be a good time, have a fun time down there. But the biggest thing for me is, hey man, no state taxes. That's a blessing right there.”
