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New Headline: Eagles' Proctor Wins Big: Promises to Play Mock's Team in Alabama!

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In his latest mock draft, Daniel Jeremiah has the Eagles selecting Alabama OT Kadyn Proctor, giving Philadelphia a powerful, high-upside addition to its offensive line for the future.

Philadelphia already has an Alabama -to-Philadelphia pipeline, and Kadyn Proctor could be the next Crimson Tide star to join a Super Bowl hopeful. During the NFL Scouting Combine, themassive offensive tackle said the Eagles are showing "a lot" of interest in him. At 6-7 and 350-plus pounds, Proctor is more than just his physical size, offering enough athleticism to run pass routes.

Daniel Jeremiah's No. 29 prospect in the draft, Proctor, confirmed that the Eagles are paying close attention. In his latest mock draft for NFL.

com , Jeremiah has Proctor heading to Philadelphia to learn from Lane Johnson. When it comes to addressing needs, GM Howie Roseman tends to be a year early instead of a year late. Right tackle Lane Johnson is under contract through 2027 -- but the Eagles get some insurance for the 13-year veteran now .

Proctor could also slide inside to guard if needed. Proctor could be the perfect pick to eventually replace six-time Pro Bowl right tackle Lane Johnson, who will turn 36 in May. The Iowa native was a three-year starter for the Crimson Tide, going back to his freshman year in 2023.