Alabama Football Loses Key Defensive Starter to Transfer Portal
Alabama football is facing significant changes in its defensive lineup as key players depart the program. Jordan Renaud, a prominent member of the 2025 Bandit defensive linemen, has entered the transfer portal, as reported by 247Sports and On3.
Details on Jordan Renaud’s Departure
Renaud played a crucial role during the last stretch of the season, starting three games at the hybrid defensive end/edge rusher position. His notable appearances included games against:
- Oklahoma at Bryant-Denny Stadium
- Georgia in the SEC Championship Game
- Indiana in the Rose Bowl
This 6-foot-4, 265-pound defensive lineman from Sarasota, Florida, joined Alabama before the 2023 season. Over 15 games in the recent season, he recorded:
- 16 tackles
- 8 pressures, according to Pro Football Focus
Across his three seasons with Alabama, Renaud accumulated a total of 34 tackles and 0.5 sacks. His departure, along with several other defensive players, raises concerns for the defensive line.
Alabama’s Defensive Line Changes
In addition to Renaud, Alabama has also lost other key defensive linemen, notably:
- LT Overton – entered the NFL draft after exhausting eligibility
- Keon Keeley – transferred to Notre Dame
- Tim Keenan III
- James Smith
Despite these losses, Alabama aims to strengthen its roster. The team has added new talent, such as:
- Kedrick Bingley-Jones from Mississippi State
- Caleb Smith from Washington
- Devan Thompkins from Southern California
The transfer portal is set to close this Friday, prompting urgency for teams looking to finalize their rosters. Alabama’s defensive line overhaul will be critical as they prepare for the upcoming season without several key players.
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