Pete Golding and Co. return a critical component to the program's defensive success, continue reloading 2026 roster.

Alabama football will have a much different looking defensive line in 2026. Gone are all three starters, as well as several key pieces in the rotation. The Crimson Tide has backfilled and added several from the transfer portal,

Defensive Linemen: Keeanu Benton, Yahya Black, Daniel Ekuale, Derrick Harmon, Cameron Heyward, Logan Lee, Isaiahh Loudermilk, Dean Lowry, Esezi Otomewo.

The Spartans' d-line will be an essential part of Pat Fitzgerald's defensive makeover in East Lansing.