Harris, stout defense lead Alabama past Mississippi State
Buy Now

Kent Gidley / UA Athletics Alabama running back Najee Harris (22) scored four touchdowns in Saturday's win over Mississippi State, including three in the first quarter alone.

 Kent Gidley

A career day from Najee Harris along with a standout defensive performance led No. 5 Alabama to a dominant 38-7 road win against Mississippi State at Davis Wade Stadium on Saturday.

On offense, Harris continued his impressive stretch with another career day, totaling four touchdowns, all of which came in the first half. Harris recorded three of his four scores in the first quarter alone, making him the first Alabama running back to score three touchdowns in the first quarter of a single game. He totaled 88 rushing yards on 17 carries to go along with three rushing touchdowns while also catching three passes for 51 yards and a score.