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FCS Lineman Makes NFL Draft History
25 Apr
Summary
- Kaleb Proctor was the first FCS athlete drafted in 2026.
- He was selected 104th overall by the Arizona Cardinals.
- Proctor is the first Southeastern player drafted in a decade.
Southeastern defensive lineman Kaleb Proctor achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first Football Championship Subdivision athlete drafted in the 2026 NFL Draft. Proctor was selected by the Arizona Cardinals as the 104th overall pick in the fourth round.
This selection marks a significant moment for Proctor and his alma mater, Southeastern. He is the first player from the program to be drafted into the NFL in a decade. The last Southeastern player to be drafted was defensive back Harlan Miller in 2016, also by the Arizona Cardinals.
During his collegiate career at Southeastern, Proctor earned the Southland Defensive Player of the Year award in 2025. He concluded that season with an impressive 43 tackles, 8 sacks, and 2 pass deflections. The Oak Grove native's achievement highlights the growing talent emerging from the FCS.
In other draft news, three former LSU players, Mansoor Delane, AJ Haulcy, and Zavion Thomas, were selected during the first two days of the draft. Additionally, former Tulane wide receiver Chris Brazzell II was drafted by the Carolina Panthers after transferring in 2024.
