Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor draws national attention before SEC opener

Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor has drawn national attention after two strong performances to open the 2026 season, including an appearance Monday on The Paul Finebaum Show. The Bulldogs enter their Southeastern Conference opener at South Carolina with Taylor ranked fourth nationally in total yards per game and points responsible for.

Taylor is averaging 363 total yards per game and is responsible for 48 points, according to the supplied figures. He also became the first Mississippi State quarterback since Dak Prescott to begin a season with at least seven passing touchdowns and at least one rushing score through the first two games.

Mississippi State's offense is averaging 620.5 yards per game, while the defense has allowed one touchdown so far. Taylor's performance, versatility and Mississippi roots have made him a central figure in the Bulldogs' early-season success.

The next challenge comes Saturday against South Carolina. Mississippi State coach Jeff Lebby said Taylor had an outstanding practice Monday, spent Sunday in the building and would be prepared for the game. Lebby described South Carolina as a strong defense with significant pass-rush ability and said the Bulldogs needed to take their next step.

Source: Mississippi State Athletics.