Former Crimson Tide Defender Takes ACC Coaching Job

Alabama assistant Jamey Mosley hired as Stanford's new defensive line coach

Jan. 28, 2026 at 12:55am

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Jamey Mosley, a former Alabama linebacker who won two national championships with the Crimson Tide, has been hired as the new defensive line coach at Stanford University. Mosley joined the Alabama staff as an analyst after his playing career and has worked closely with defensive line coach Freddie Roach for the past few seasons.

Why it matters

This move represents an opportunity for Mosley to take the next step in his coaching career, joining the staff of a Power 5 program in the Pac-12. As a former Alabama player, Mosley brings valuable experience and insights that could help strengthen Stanford's defensive line.

The details

Mosley played outside linebacker for Alabama from 2014-2018, winning two national championships with the Crimson Tide. He joined the team as a walk-on but earned a scholarship and played in 25 games over his final two seasons, recording 20 tackles and two sacks. After going undrafted, Mosley spent time on the practice squads of the New York Jets and Arizona Cardinals before returning to Alabama as an analyst.

  • Mosley played for Alabama from 2014-2018.
  • He joined the Alabama staff as an analyst after his playing career.
  • Mosley has worked closely with defensive line coach Freddie Roach for the past few seasons.

The players

Jamey Mosley

A former Alabama linebacker who won two national championships with the Crimson Tide. He is now the new defensive line coach at Stanford University.

Freddie Roach

The defensive line coach at the University of Alabama, who has worked closely with Jamey Mosley in recent seasons.

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What they’re saying

“Sources: Stanford is expected to hire Alabama assistant defensive line coach Jamey Mosley as the school's new defensive line coach. He's a former player at Alabama who won two national titles as a player.”

— Pete Thamel

What’s next

Mosley will look to make an immediate impact on Stanford's defensive line as he takes on his first full-time Power 5 coaching role.

The takeaway

Jamey Mosley's move from Alabama to Stanford represents an opportunity for the former Crimson Tide player to take the next step in his coaching career, bringing his championship-winning experience to help strengthen the Cardinal's defensive unit.