Branden Jones brings steady-leg value to Idaho State’s kicking game
In the 2026 season, Branden Jones has already shown he can deliver when called on, going 1-for-1 on field goals in Idaho State’s season opener, with the Bengals’ kicking game off to a clean start. His value is in reliability and composure: he’s the kind of specialist coaches like because he can handle the routine stuff without drama and has shown game-action experience before. The data is still thin early in 2026, so the key question is consistency under pressure—but the early signs suggest a dependable fit for a team that wants a calm, low-maintenance kicker.
