Texas A&M Aggies
· 2026-07-04
Texas A&M Aggies have landed 2027 5-star OT Mark Matthews for a $1 million deal, beating out Miami.
The Aggies' top-ranked commit is reportedly the highest-paid recruit, with Matthews set to make a whopping $1 million during his three to four-year career in College Station.
Texas A&M came in as the biggest spender, with a reported $10 million across the program's 25 commits.
Winning in the trenches is vital to any success, which, in today's player compensation landscape, garners a hefty price tag, and Matthews is essentially a lock to start at left tackle during either his first or second season.
The Aggies' No. 1 class in the 2027 recruiting cycle is led by six five-star commitments, including Matthews, who already looks like a future first- or second-round NFL draft selection.
Beating Miami for Matthews wasn't just about the money, as he has continued to help recruit other players based on his firm belief that Mike Elko is building one of the top college football programs in the country.
The Aggies also landed commitments from five-star interior offensive lineman Kennedy Brown and four-star tackles DeMarrion Johnson and Kaeden Scott.
Texas A&M will face Missouri State Bears on 2026-09-05, and with Matthews on board, they are looking strong.
Mark Matthews, ranked as the No. 1 tackle in the 2027 class, will reportedly make similar money to some of the top-ranked quarterbacks in the country, such as Texas signal-caller Arch Manning.
The Aggies' recruiting class is shaping up to be one of the best in the country, with several top players committing to the program.
And with their next game just around the corner, the Aggies are looking to make a statement.
But for now, they can celebrate the signing of Mark Matthews, a huge win for the program.
So what does the future hold for the Aggies, with Matthews and other top recruits on board?
The Aggies are looking to build on their success, and with Mike Elko at the helm, they are confident they can compete with the best teams in the country.