Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor surges into Heisman race after three games

Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor has had a breakout start to the 2026 season, passing for 832 yards and 11 touchdowns in three games, leading the Bulldogs to a 3-0 record. His performance has put him in the Heisman conversation, with analyst Desmond Howard ranking him second. Concerns about Taylor entering the transfer portal have emerged, prompting athletic director Zac Selmon and alum Chris Jones to pledge support to keep him at the university.