Oregon State sophomore quarterback Braden Atkinson, the country’s leading passer, has signed a deal to return to Oregon State for the 2027 season, per ESPN sources. Oregon State will have two of the country’s top playmakers next year, as the country’s leading receiver, Jesse Legree, has also re-signed for 2027. Atkinson leads the nation in passing yards (3,169) and total offense (351.3) for coach JaMarcus Shephard. Atkinson is also No. 4 in touchdown passes (25).