The recruiting momentum for Texas A&M under head coach Mike Elko is notable, especially in the Golden State. Three of the top five 2025 prospects out of California have committed to the program, led by 5-star quarterback Husan Longstreet, who is now the fourth-ranked signal caller in the cycle.
While there’s still plenty of work to be done in the 2025 class, Elko and his staff are focused on making significant headway with several 2026 prospects before starting of the 2024 college football season, as Rivals’ Adam Gorney has reported that 2026 5-star quarterback Ryder Lyons will visit Texas A&M later this month.
With two commits in the 2026 cycle thus far, Elko will continue to dip his toes in the California talent market. Lyons is currently the second-ranked QB in the class, right behind fellow 5-star signal caller Faizon Brandon.
Outside of current Texas A&M starting quarterback Conner Weigman, former Aggies head coach Jimbo Fisher failed to secure commitments from top talent at the position over his six-year reign.
Possessing an impressive arm, accuracy, and elite touch, Lyons completed over 68% of his passes for 3,578 yards, 38 touchdowns, and just eight interceptions on the year while running for 929 yards and 23 (!) touchdowns on the ground during his 2023 sophomore season at Folsom HS.
According to 247Sports, Lyons is currently ranked 11th in the 2026 cycle, third in quarterback prospect, and second in California prospect.
2026 five-star QB Ryder Lyons from Folsom, Calif., will visit Alabama, Auburn, Ole Miss and Texas A&M in late July. pic.twitter.com/vyMgsbxDK4
— Adam Gorney (@adamgorney) July 10, 2024
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