4-star WR Khalil Taylor names top six schools

Contenders emerge for Pittsburgh Pine-Richland wide receiver

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

Four-star wide receiver Khalil Taylor has named Colorado, Georgia, Nebraska, Ohio State, Penn State, and Syracuse as his top six schools. The 5-foot-11, 180-pound prospect decommitted from Penn State in October and is now considering several top programs as he heads into the spring evaluation period.

Why it matters

Taylor is a highly sought-after recruit, ranked as the No. 73 overall prospect and No. 16 wide receiver in the 2027 class. His decision will have a significant impact on the recruiting landscape, as several powerhouse programs are vying for his commitment.

The details

Taylor told Rivals' Hayes Fawcett that Colorado, Georgia, Nebraska, Ohio State, Penn State, and Syracuse are his top six schools. He decommitted from Penn State in October. The 5-foot-11, 180-pounder is the No. 73 overall prospect and No. 16 WR in the 2027 cycle, according to the Rivals Industry Ranking. He's also the No. 3 player in Pennsylvania.

  • Taylor decommitted from Penn State in October.
  • He has a spring trip to Nebraska set for March 7.
  • He has already set official visits with Colorado (May 15), Georgia (May 29), Penn State (June 5), and Syracuse (June 19).

The players

Khalil Taylor

A 4-star wide receiver from Pittsburgh Pine-Richland High School, ranked as the No. 73 overall prospect and No. 16 WR in the 2027 class.

James Franklin

The former head coach of Penn State, whose tenure came to an end.

Matt Campbell

The new head coach of Penn State, who has brought restored hope to the program.

Kemon Spell

A 5-star running back who recently committed to Georgia, the top-ranked RB in the 2027 cycle.

Deion Sanders

The head coach of Colorado, who is making an early push for Taylor.

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What they’re saying

“I mean, the love man. I love this new staff. They are very caring, and they bring a different type of energy. I asked some players about the new staff and they said they love them as well. Like, they are super hyped for this season.”

— Khalil Taylor (Blue and White Illustrated)

“What excites me is (Georgia) really noticing my talents and making me a top target in this process and how much of a winning program it is and knowing they want me to be a part of that is a blessing.”

— Khalil Taylor (Rivals)

“Man just getting the opportunity to be recruited by Coach Prime thats a blessing!”

— Khalil Taylor (Rivals)

What’s next

Taylor will continue to hone in on his top six schools as he heads into the spring evaluation period. He has a spring trip to Nebraska set for March 7 and has already set official visits with Colorado (May 15), Georgia (May 29), Penn State (June 5), and Syracuse (June 19).

The takeaway

Khalil Taylor's recruitment has become a hotly contested battle, with several top programs vying for the talented wide receiver's commitment. His decision will have a significant impact on the 2027 recruiting landscape, as he weighs offers from some of the nation's premier football programs.