Kadyn Proctor earns national weekly honor for performance vs. Georgia
By Jyesha Nance
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On Tuesday, Alabama offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor was named the Outland Trophy National Player of the Week, following his standout performance in the Crimson Tide’s 24-21 victory over Georgia during Week 5 of college football.
Proctor played every snap in the battle “between the hedges,” grading out at a team-best 89 percent while anchoring an offensive line that set the tone early in SEC play. He allowed no sacks or quarterback pressures, giving quarterback Ty Simpson time to operate the field and distribute the ball effectively.
Proctors most memorable moment came late in the second quarter, when Simpson delivered a pass to the 6-foot-7, 359-pound lineman. Proctor rumbled ahead for 11 yards on one of the game’s most unconventional – yet effective – plays, a key contribution to snapping Georgia’s 33-game home winning streak.
According to Pro Football Focus, Proctor logged 43 pass-blocking snaps, surrendered 0 pressures, and earned an 80.9 pass-block grade. His protection helped the Crimson Tide rack up 397 total yards, 25 first downs, and a 13-for-19 conversion rate on third down, while controlling possession for 35:36 against one of the nation’s most troubling defenses.
Proctor’s efforts earned him not only national recognition but also SEC Co-Offensive Lineman of the Week.
