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Kamario Taylor and Keelon Russell emerge as top breakout stars in college football

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Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Kamario Taylor and Keelon Russell emerge as top breakout stars in college football
Summary

The first month of the college football season has highlighted standout performances from quarterbacks Kamario Taylor of Mississippi State and Keelon Russell of Alabama. Taylor has propelled Mississippi State to No. 16 in the US LM Coaches Poll with consistent success, including multiple three-touchdown games. Russell has notched impressive performances against Florida State and South Carolina, driving the Crimson Tide's offense. Additionally, several other young talents, such as Xavier Lewis, Jason Legree, and Kingston Lopa, have significantly impacted their teams early in the season, showcasing new stars in the chase for college football honors.

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  • •Kamario Taylor has 14 touchdowns and 360 yards passing in a recent win.
  • •Keelon Russell has 685 yards and seven touchdowns across notable victories.
  • •Xavier Lewis ranks second nationally with six sacks from the defensive line.
  • •Jason Legree has 585 receiving yards, second nationally for the season.
  • •Kingston Lopa leads FBS with five interceptions, earning top defensive honors.
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  • 10:02 AMYahoo Sports — Kamario Taylor, Keelon Russell lead college football breakout stars from first month
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The first month of the college football season has seen several surprising players. A look at the 10 breakout stars.

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