Oregon State sophomore quarterback Braden Atkinson, the country's leading passer, has signed a deal to return to Oregon State for the 2027 season, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel.
Sources: Oregon State re-signs nation's top passer Atkinson for 2027 season
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