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Nick Saban labels Mississippi State quarterback KaMario Taylor as a top talent

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Nick Saban labels Mississippi State quarterback KaMario Taylor as a top talent
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Nick Saban identified Mississippi State quarterback KaMario Taylor as a significant talent within the SEC during a recent interview. Following a freshman campaign where he played 11 games and accounted for 13 total touchdowns, Taylor has secured the starting position for the Bulldogs this season. He opened the current schedule by throwing for 354 yards and four touchdowns in a 62-13 victory over ULM. Saban noted that Taylor possesses both passing ability and the athleticism to create plays independently. Mississippi State now turns its attention to a game against the Minnesota Golden Gophers on September 12.

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  • •KaMario Taylor recorded 629 passing yards and eight rushing touchdowns during his 2025 freshman season.
  • •Taylor passed for 354 yards and four touchdowns in the 62-13 season-opening win against ULM.
  • •Nick Saban described Taylor as a high-level athlete capable of surprising opponents in the conference.
  • •Mississippi State faces the Minnesota Golden Gophers on September 12.
Latest Updates
  • 6:12 AMYahoo Sports — Nick Saban Predicts ‘Big-Time Surprise’ From Mississippi State QB Kamario Taylor
  • 11:02 PMYahoo Sports — Mississippi State football news: Nick Saban a believer in 'real deal' KaMario Taylor
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KaMario Taylor showcased promising potential as a freshman last year. His ceiling presented an optimistic take for Nick Saban to express about the Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback . Taylor is preparing for the second year of his collegiate career with the Bulldogs. He made 11 appearances that included two starts in 2025, throwing for 629 […] The post Mississippi State football news: Nick Saban a believer in 'real deal' KaMario Taylor appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nick Saban has been one of Kamario Taylor’s loudest believers for months, and the former Alabama head coach is only becoming more convinced after seeing Mississippi State’s young quarterback open the 2026 season.Taylor exploded for 354 passing yards and four touchdowns while adding 59 rushing yards and another score in a 62-13 victory over ULM. […] The post Nick Saban Predicts ‘Big-Time Surprise’ From Mississippi State QB Kamario Taylor appeared first on HEAVY.

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