Kaleb Proctor Draft Grade | Round 4, Pick 4 | FanVerdicts

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Big Board Rank: #155 · Day 3 Sleeper

Kaleb Proctor is a late-blooming developmental defensive tackle from Southeastern Louisiana who has steadily improved throughout his college career. Originally a two-star recruit, Proctor transformed his body and technique over four years to become the Lions' primary interior pass rusher. His powerful bull rush and surprising burst for his size caught evaluators' attention during Senior Bowl practices. While his competition level raises questions about NFL readiness, his motor, coachability, and raw power projection make him an intriguing Day 3 developmental pick who could carve out a role as a rotational pass rush specialist.

Strengths

+Explosive first step allows him to consistently beat guards off the snap, generating immediate pressure up the middle in pass rush situations.

+Powerful bull rush technique that can collapse the pocket when he gets proper hand placement and leverage on opposing centers.

+Outstanding motor and effort level - rarely takes plays off and pursues ball carriers sideline to sideline despite his size.

+Strong hands that allow him to disengage from blocks once he establishes initial contact and shed technique.

+Improved pass rush arsenal including a developing swim move and occasional club-rip combination that shows NFL potential.

+Excellent leverage player who understands how to get low and drive upfield, maximizing his shorter frame against taller linemen.

+Exceptional work ethic and coachability demonstrated by 25-pound weight loss and improved conditioning between junior and senior seasons.

+Solid run defender who can hold his ground at the point of attack and clog running lanes in A-gap assignments.

+Shows good football IQ with ability to recognize screen passes and make tackles in space despite limited athleticism.

+Strong leadership qualities as a three-year captain who elevated the play of teammates around him.

+Consistent availability with only one missed game due to injury throughout his entire college career.

Weaknesses

-Limited athletic ability and change of direction skills that could be exposed against more athletic NFL offensive linemen.

-Pass rush moves beyond bull rush are still developing and lack the refinement needed to consistently win at the next level.

-Competition level at FCS raises significant questions about his ability to make the jump to facing Power 5-caliber offensive lines.

-Shorter arms for the position limit his ability to keep blockers off his chest and maintain separation during pass rush.

-Can be susceptible to quick-set passing games where guards can get hands on him before he develops momentum.

-Limited lateral mobility makes him a liability in pursuit situations and potential mismatch in sub packages.

-Needs to improve hand fighting technique and counter moves when his initial rush is stalled or redirected.

-Occasionally gets too high in his rush, losing leverage advantage and allowing linemen to ride him past the pocket.

NFL Comparison: Grady Jarrett

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