CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Mississippi State’s night at Bank of America Stadium ended with concern over its most important player for the future. Quarterback Kamario Taylor was carted off late in the fourth quarter after a low hit while scrambling, suffering what was described as an apparent lower-leg injury.
The injury happened with 1:52 remaining and the Bulldogs trailing 43–29 against Wake Forest. Taylor did not return, and Luke Kromenhoek finished the game under center. Early reporting indicated it was too soon for a clear diagnosis or timeline.
What we know right now
- Taylor suffered an apparent lower-leg injury late in the fourth quarter.
- He was carted off and did not return.
- Mississippi State was trailing 43–29 at the time of the injury.
- No official severity update was immediately available after the game.
A scary finish — and bigger questions
The ending raised an uncomfortable conversation in real time: Taylor is widely viewed as a cornerstone for Mississippi State’s rebuild, and the bowl’s final minutes became less about the score and more about risk.
Reports noted that Taylor had left the game earlier multiple times with various issues before returning, adding to the concern when he went down late. The Bulldogs now head into the offseason waiting for clarity on the injury — and with renewed urgency to improve protection in front of their quarterback.
How Mississippi State’s familiar issues showed up again
On the field, the story followed a frustrating pattern for Mississippi State. Wake Forest consistently found space on the ground, while the Bulldogs struggled to generate efficient rushing production and finished too many possessions without turning yards into touchdowns.
- Wake Forest ran effectively and controlled key stretches with long drives.
- Mississippi State’s offensive line again faced pressure, and Taylor took repeated hits.
- Early movement didn’t translate into enough points, keeping the Bulldogs chasing.
Taylor flashed promise before the injury
Even in a loss, Taylor showed why there’s optimism in Starkville. He created plays with his legs, kept drives alive with scramble ability, and hit explosive throws that briefly pulled Mississippi State back within reach. The problem was that the supporting structure — especially up front — couldn’t consistently hold.
An official medical update is expected after additional evaluation. Until then, Mississippi State leaves Charlotte with the same team-wide concerns — and one much bigger one centered on its quarterback.
Authoritative source: For ongoing updates and the latest reporting on Taylor’s late-game injury, see Sports Illustrated’s Mississippi State coverage here.
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