Sources: QB Taylor finalizing deal to return to Mississippi State in '27

Mississippi State star quarterback Kamario Taylor is finalizing a deal Wednesday to return to the Bulldogs in 2027, sources told ESPN.

Taylor, a sophomore who projects as one of the top prospects for the 2028 NFL draft, led Mississippi State to a 4-0 start to this season before suffering a turf toe injury against Missouri on Sept. 26. He attempted to play through the injury but ultimately elected to have season-ending surgery on Oct. 29.

Taylor is in line to return for spring practice and again be the face of the program in 2027.

The deal is significant for Mississippi State. Throughout the negotiations, the Bulldogs indicated to Taylor and his camp that there will be an increased uptick in…