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Jordan Ta’amu makes cut for Golden Arm Award

Ole Miss’ senior quarterback Jordan Ta’amu is one of 15 finalists for the 2018 Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, presented by A.O. Smith. The award is given annually to the nation’s top performing quarterback.

Quarterback Jordan Ta’amu tries to outrun Auburn defensive end Jamel Dean last Saturday. Auburn won the game 31-16. File photo by Christian Johnson

Through eight games, the Pearl City, Hawaii, native is at or near the top of every passing statistic in the SEC. He leads the conference in completions, attempts and total passing yards, with nearly 600 more yards than Alabama’s Tua Tagovailoa, who ranks second.