Kadyn Proctor just added a major accolade to his résumé - and it’s one that carries serious weight in college football circles. On Thursday, the Alabama left tackle was officially recognized as a consensus All-American for the 2025 season, a distinction that cements his place among the elite at his position across the nation.
To earn consensus status, a player has to be named to the first team on at least three of the five All-America teams recognized by the NCAA. Proctor checked that box in style, landing first-team honors from the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA), the Walter Camp Football Foundation, and the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA). He also picked up second-team nods from both the Associated Press and Sporting News, rounding out a decorated postseason for the junior lineman.
This isn’t just a personal milestone for Proctor - it’s a big one for Alabama, too. He becomes the Crimson Tide’s first consensus All-American since linebacker Dallas Turner in 2023, and his selection snaps what had been a rare dry spell for the program.
In fact, Alabama didn’t have a consensus All-American last season, marking the first time since 2010 that the Tide had been left off that exclusive list. That’s a long time for a powerhouse like Bama, and Proctor’s performance this season helped restore that standard.
His FWAA selection also keeps an impressive streak alive: Alabama has now had at least one player named to the FWAA All-America team for 18 straight seasons. That kind of consistency speaks volumes about the program’s ability to develop top-tier talent - and Proctor is the latest example of that pipeline in action.
Proctor’s dominance at left tackle has been a cornerstone of Alabama’s offensive line for the past three years. A natural anchor on the blind side, he combines size, footwork, and football IQ in a way that NFL scouts love.
It’s no surprise, then, that he was a finalist for the Lombardi Award, given annually to the nation’s top lineman or linebacker. While the award ultimately went to Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez, Proctor’s presence in that final group is another testament to the impact he’s had this season.
Looking ahead, Proctor is widely projected to be a first- or second-round pick in the upcoming NFL Draft in April. That’s not just based on potential - it’s a reflection of the tape he’s put out over three years of high-level SEC football.
Proctor has faced the best edge rushers in the country week in and week out, and he’s more than held his own. That kind of battle-tested experience is gold for NFL teams looking to shore up their offensive fronts.
As Alabama reloads for another run, Proctor’s legacy is already secure. He’s earned his place among the greats to wear the crimson and white - and the next chapter of his football journey is just getting started.