A familiar face returns to the University of Alabama after a brief stint in the Big Ten.
Kadyn Proctor, an Iowa native, transferred to his hometown team after Nick Saban announced his retirement from coaching the Crimson Tide, but he is now returning. The Iowa Hawkeyes have announced that Proctor has entered the NCAA transfer portal, with Tuscaloosa, Alabama, as his destination. He originally joined the Tide as a five-star offensive tackle in the 2023 signing class.
The 6-foot-7, 360-pounder won the starting job at left tackle in fall camp and got better throughout the season.
Proctor assisted Alabama to a Southeastern Conference Championship and a berth in the College Football Playoff, but what does his return mean for the program? Chris Kapilovic, the Tide’s offensive line coach, mentioned to reporters in the first week of spring practice that Alabama does not have experienced starters at tackle. Proctor gives this year’s team that experience, yet he must earn his spot back. He missed out on the Fourth Quarter Program and early moments of spring ball, so there is catching up he has to do. If he is able to quickly get back into the rhythm, Proctor could claim his position at left tackle. He will compete against Elijah Pritchett, Naquil Betrand (transfer from Texas A&M), Miles McVay, Wilkin Formby and others for the job.
Right tackle could be an option for Proctor if left does not work out.
