After over 4,000-plus days, Texas A&M (8-3, 5-2 SEC) will host the Texas Longhorns (10-1, 6-1 SEC) on Saturday night for a spot in the SEC Championship Game and a potential spot in the College Football Playoff.
With so much on the line, it was a no-brainer for ESPN’s College GameDay crew to make their way to College Station for the season finale, as the Aggies’ postseason dreams were saved after Alabama’s shocking loss to Oklahoma in Week 14.
However, A&M has lost two of its last three SEC games. While both were on the road, the Aggies have struggled to find early consistency, relying on late scoring, including enduring a 21-0 deficit to Auburn in the first half before eventually losing in quadruple overtime.
Throw out everything I just said because this is the rivalry of all rivalries, and I fully expect the Aggies to play their best football, but Texas will certainly be the season’s biggest challenge.
So, how does College GameDay see the game shaking out? Desmond Howard chose the Aggies, citing Kyle Field’s influence and A&M’s defensive line, while Nick Saban went with the Texas Longhorns. Pat McAfee, in his usual fiery demeanor, went with the home team, while Dude Perfect obviously went with Texas A&M as well.
Last but not least, Lee Corso tossed the Sergeant hat aside for the Lonhorn headdress, sticking with the team he picked to win the National Title.
No. 19 Texas A&M will host No. 3 Texas on Saturday, Nov. 30 at 6:30 pm. CT. The game will air on ABC.
Predictions from the College GameDay crew.
Desmond Howard: Texas A&M.
Nick Saban: Texas.
Pat McAfee: Texas A&M.
Dude Perfect: Texas A&M.
Lee Corso: Texas.
— Carter Karels (@CarterKarels) November 30, 2024
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