Kamario Taylor reportedly returning to Mississippi State next year on $7.5 million deal that could make him college football's highest-paid QB
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Key Points:
- Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor is reportedly returning to the Bulldogs next season, with a $7.5 million deal that could reach $9 million with incentives, potentially making him college football's highest-paid QB.
- Taylor, who suffered a season-ending turf toe and right foot injury, played six games this season, throwing for 1,460 yards, 17 touchdowns, and 4 interceptions before being sidelined.
- The Bulldogs have struggled without Taylor, losing five straight games after his injury and currently holding a 4-5 record heading into their game against Auburn.
- Backup quarterbacks Parker Puckett and AJ Swann have shared playing time but have not matched Taylor's production, with Puckett throwing for 390 yards and 1 touchdown, and Swann for 351 yards and 2 touchdowns.
- Mississippi State's decision to finalize Taylor's return early is part of a growing trend to secure commitments from key players to influence recruits and transfers, aiming to strengthen the program's future.
