Texas A&M Aggies
· 2026-06-25
Texas A&M Aggies start their 2026 season on September 5 against Missouri State Bears.
The Aggies' run to the College Football Playoff last season felt premature for head coach Mike Elko.
Texas A&M Aggies had a relatively easy schedule in 2025 but lost to Texas 27-17 and Miami 10-3 in the playoffs.
The Aggies' best win was a 41-40 thriller at Notre Dame in Week 2.
With quarterback Marcel Reed returning for his second season, the Aggies should be in better shape to make a run in the CFP.
Reed made a bold claim that he doesn't lose to LSU at a youth camp this spring.
The Aggies will face LSU on September 26, Alabama on October 24, and Texas on November 27.
These games will define Texas A&M's season and test their strength against elite SEC contenders.
The Aggies blew out LSU 49-25 in Baton Rouge last season, but the Tigers will look different under Lane Kiffin.
Alabama will not be a lock to make the CFP after losing quarterback Ty Simpson and much of the front seven.
The Crimson Tide's performance will depend on the play of whoever wins the quarterback battle between Keelon Russell and Austin Mack.
The Aggies' game against Texas will be huge as it could be the last time Elko can impress the CFP selection committee.
And the Aggies will need to finish strong to make a run in the CFP.
But they have a tough schedule ahead and will need to play well to win.
So the Aggies will look to their experienced players to lead them to victory.
The Aggies' four transfers on the offensive line will be tested against a rebuilt defensive line for LSU.
Texas A&M Aggies will need to improve their running game to compete with the best teams.
The Aggies' coach Mike Elko will look to make adjustments to his team's strategy to win.
The Aggies will face a challenging season but have the potential to make a deep run in the CFP.