No. 16 Mississippi State presents Alabama's next major test

Alabama faces undefeated No. 16 Mississippi State after the Bulldogs beat Minnesota, South Carolina and Missouri. Running back Kamario Taylor's 1,192 yards and 14 touchdowns make the matchup a significant test for Alabama's inconsistent run defense and its ability to handle a dangerous opponent in Starkville; recent preview stories add no confirmed major development and include a factual error calling Taylor a quarterback.