Texas A&M Aggies
· 2026-06-30
Texas A&M Aggies coach Mike Elko enters his third season with high expectations after leading the team to the College Football Playoff for the first time in program history.
The Aggies had a successful season, with quarterback Marcel Reed throwing for 3,169 yards and 25 touchdowns, and edge Cashius Howell leading the SEC with 11.5 sacks.
The team's defense was strong, with Howell becoming the 11th unanimous All-American in Texas A&M history.
The Aggies' success last season has set the stage for a strong 2026 season, with On3 ranking them as one of five "serious contenders" for the CFP.
Coach Elko has improved the program each year, and the team has added key pieces in the portal, especially on the offensive line.
The Aggies face a tough schedule, including road games against LSU, Missouri, South Carolina, Alabama, and Oklahoma.
Their first game is against Missouri State Bears on September 5, 2026.
The team will be favored in nearly every home game, but the road slate will define the season.
And with quarterback Marcel Reed entering his third year as starter, the Aggies are looking to put it all together and play better in big games.
But the nagging question remains: can the Aggies beat Texas this season at home after two straight defeats to their bitter rival?
So the Aggies will need to be at their best to overcome the challenges ahead.
The team's defensive secondary should be outstanding, with the addition of new players in the portal.
Coach Elko has already proven that he is capable of leading the Aggies to new heights, and the team is looking to build on last season's success.
With a strong roster and a favorable schedule, the Texas A&M Aggies are poised to make a deep run in the CFP.