Keelon Russell leads No. 7 Alabama past No. 16 Mississippi State 56-23

Keelon Russell threw for 285 yards and three touchdowns while adding another rushing score as No. 7 Alabama defeated No. 16 Mississippi State 56-23 on October 3. Alabama controlled the game, gaining 179 yards rushing compared to Mississippi State's 18. The Bulldogs struggled with turnovers, including two interceptions by quarterback Kamario Taylor and a fumble that contributed to an early 14-0 lead for Alabama. Despite a strong effort from Anthony Evans III, who recorded 12 catches for 166 yards and two touchdowns, the Bulldogs could not recover. Alabama's next game will be against No. 2 Georgia, while Mississippi State has a bye week before playing No. 11 LSU on October 17.

• 7:56 PMYahoo Sports — Keelon Russell accounts for 4 TDs as No. 7 Alabama routs No. 16 Mississippi State 56-23