Kedrick Bingley-Jones Will Face Mississippi State
Alabama defensive lineman prepares for a Saturday return to his former team's home stadium.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Football
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Alabama defensive lineman Kedrick Bingley-Jones is set to play against his former team, Mississippi State, this Saturday. The matchup will take place at Davis-Wade Stadium in Starkville.
Why it matters
The game marks a significant return for Bingley-Jones, who transitioned from the Bulldogs to the Crimson Tide during the previous offseason.
Bingley-Jones enters the game with 9 tackles, one QB hurry, and one pass breakup over 4 games this season. In his final season at Mississippi State, he appeared in 13 games and recorded 25 tackles.
The players
Kedrick Bingley-Jones
He is an Alabama defensive lineman who previously played two seasons for Mississippi State before transferring last offseason.
Jayvin James
He is a teammate of Bingley-Jones at Alabama who is currently unlikely to play in the upcoming game against Mississippi State due to an injury.
The details
Bingley-Jones currently contributes to the defensive front rotation for Alabama as the team looks to maintain momentum following their 49-18 victory over South Carolina. He will face his old teammates on the field at Davis-Wade Stadium this weekend.
Timeline
Last offseason: Bingley-Jones transferred from Mississippi State to Alabama.
Last season: Bingley-Jones appeared in 13 games for Mississippi State.
Saturday: Alabama faces Mississippi State at Davis-Wade Stadium.
Season Trajectory
This matchup underscores how player movement through the transfer portal shapes team dynamics within the SEC. Such reunions add layers to the mid-season schedule as teams adjust rosters and integrate new talent.
Alabama faces Mississippi State on Saturday following a win against South Carolina. With Jayvin James unlikely to play due to injury, the defensive rotation will rely on depth players like Bingley-Jones to maintain their defensive output.
The takeaway
Players returning to their former home stadiums provide a compelling narrative during the heart of the college football season. Understanding roster shifts helps fans track how depth and defensive rotations evolve week by week.
Further reading
For more on the current team lineup and developments, visit Football.
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