Taz Bateman brings compact, bursty backfield value to Georgia State
In the 2026 season, Taz Bateman has been a versatile Georgia State back with 109 carries for 444 rushing yards and a 4.1-yard average, while also contributing as a receiver and returner.[1][5] At 5-foot-8 and about 185 pounds, he’s a low-center-of-gravity runner who can squeeze through traffic, and past coverage noted that injuries have at times slowed him, making his health a key part of his value.[2][7] If a team wants a tough, multi-use RB with steady production rather than a headline-grabbing power back, Bateman looks like a useful fit.[1][2][7]
