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Aggies safety Bryce Anderson’s comments on recent football departures proves that this team is locked in for 2023

The Aggies’ recent football departures don’t seem to faze safety Bryce Anderson, who believes this team’s culture is committed to meeting the expectations placed on them, which is winning a national championship.

With Texas A&M entering a vital 2023 college football season in the coming months, there has been an abundance of headlines focusing on the struggles of last year. The players themselves have surely heard the noise, and based on what we’ve seen through spring ball and what we’ve heard in the postgame, this year’s group is ready to put the past behind them.

Following Saturday’s Maroon and White game that put a bow on the Aggies spring football program, safety Bryce Anderson spoke with the media about the difference between this year’s squad versus last year’s group, which notably stumbled to a 5-7 record (2-6 SEC):

“Cause I feel like that this team is committed… like last year some of the young guys were kind of like ‘loose in the head’ they weren’t really focused. But I feel this year, we coming out, everybody’s ready to practice, everybody wants to practice like it’s a whole different mindset this year.”

The larger goal at hand is what pushes this year’s group to meet the high expectations placed on them this season. And for the sophomore safety, those expectations equate to a national title:

“I want to win. I’m coming here to win, I’m coming here to win a national championship, so I’m coming here to change things.”

Anderson was a four-star recruit out of Beaumont and hails from the Aggies’ vaunted 2022 recruiting class that was ranked best in the country. But since then, A&M’s football program has seen a number of departures from that class via the transfer portal, most notably in the secondary.

Without naming names, it seems like Anderson isn’t too fazed by some of the roster changes and departures. And his words about some of the younger guys being ‘loose in the head’ last season are what stick out from his postgame comments. Growing pains are to be expected from young players, especially when thrust into the fire of SEC competition. But if questions remain about a player’s passion or desire for the game, then the reality is that it must be addressed.

Losing players to the transfer portal stings no matter how you look at it, but if those changes ensure that the individuals remaining in the locker room are committed to the goal at hand, then that’s all matters and should matter, to this football team.

This squad has heard enough of last year’s trials, and in order for them to cultivate a resounding bounce-back season it starts with leaders embodying the right mindset. From the looks of it, Anderson is more than ready to take on that mantle.

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Ainias Smith, Bryce Anderson, and Shemar Turner speak after Texas A&M’s Maroon and White Spring Game

Ainias Smith, Bryce Anderson, and Shemar Turner speak after Texas A&M’s Maroon and White Spring Game

Spring Football for Texas A&M has come to a close after the final whistle blew during Saturday’s Maroon and White Spring Game, as the Max Johnson-led White team defeated the Conner Weigman-led Maroon squad 33-19.

It was simply an exhibition game meant to work out the many kinks this team has, as most college football teams in the early offseason possess, the results were noteworthy ahead crucial summer recruiting push, while a bulk of the offensive line, wide receiver core, and defensive back group continue to heal up in preparation for fall camp.

As my Aggies Wire comrade, Pete Hernandez stated after the game, both quarterbacks showed off their arm strength in the first half, as Max Johnson connected with freshman wide receiver Micah Tease on a beautiful go route for the first touchdown of the game, while presumed 2023 starter, Conner Weigman hit star receiver Evan Stewart time and time again in what was a highlight reel game for the ascending sophomore tandem. The bottom line, both signal callers already look comfortable in Bobby Petrino’s offense, and that folks, is a very good sign.

Defensively, injuries at cornerback saw walk-on corner Kent Robinson picked off Weigman, while the vaunted Aggie’s defensive line led by Walter Nolen, Isaiah Raikes, and Shemar Turner impose their will time and time again, as Nolen’s baptism by fire last season has yielded fantastic results heading into 2023.

After the game, senior wide receiver Ainias Smith, safety Bryce Anderson, and defensive lineman Shemar Turner spoke to the media to discuss the offense and defense’s performance on the day. Here’s what they had to say.

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Everything Texas A&M safety Demani Richardson had to say before the Aggies’ 13th spring football practice

The Aggies safety spoke on topics including the Maroon and White game, QB Conner Weigman, and what factored into his decision to return to College Station.

As spring football begins to wind down for Texas A&M a few key members of the football program took a few minutes to sit down with the media ahead of the team’s 13th practice.

In addition to head coach Jimbo Fisher and tight end Max Wright, safety Demani Richardson answered questions for roughly five minutes on Tuesday. With the Aggies entering a pivotal 2023 season in a matter of months, Richardson chimed in on a variety of topics to touch on from the factors that went into his decision to return to College Station, to how his fellow teammates inspire him to perform at a high level.

The full video of Demani Richardson’s press conference can be found below, as well as our breakdown of each key topic covered during his session with the media.

Where LSU’s 2022 decommitments landed

Where did the decommits land?

The 2022 recruiting class isn’t officially wrapped up for another month or so. The LSU Tigers and head coach Brian Kelly still have plenty of work to do before Feb. 2.

The original class saw plenty of movement with their prospects. One of the key targets is still on the board with Jacoby Mathews, who was pledged to the Tigers back in April. His decision is coming up.

Other big commits such as Bryce Anderson and Bryan Allen Jr decided to sign with another team after originally going with Ed Orgeron and the Bayou Bengals.

Where did the 12 decommits end up signing for the 2022 class?

Several Texas targets, former players react to Texas A&M losing DC Mike Elko

Former Texas players and current commits have certainly been doing their part recently.

With the early signing period less than a week away, coaching changes typically have a major impact on whether recruits choose to sign in December, or instead wait until February to re-examine their options. Continue reading “Several Texas targets, former players react to Texas A&M losing DC Mike Elko”

Texas Football: 10 most needed recruits

Plenty of the top targets are still uncommitted.

Rewind two weeks ago to after the TCU win. Huge games against the Oklahoma schools were on deck, with Texas having the potential to be in a good position in the recruiting world. Even a split would have done wonders.

Now, hit the live button on your remote and you’ll find two consecutive losses and not as much ammo in the storage locker. Just as they were heading into the football season, Steve Sarkisian and his staff find themselves climbing an uphill battle for some of the top prospects left on the board.

Ok, enough with the sky is falling act.

Time to recover is still there with five regular-season games plus a bowl game left on the schedule. Sarkisian has shown the potential of his team during glimpses. The past two losses have stung but a couple of slight adjustments and those are surefire wins.

With 22 commits in the class already, there are still a few holes to fill with little spots remaining. From offensive line to wide receiver, to defensive back and even more offensive line, Texas has to land a couple of big names over the next few months.

In a perfect scenario, a few moves are made to open up space. Plenty of the top targets are still uncommitted.

Here are Texas’ top 10 most needed recruits to turn around the state of the program.

Texas Football: Four-star EDGE Derrick Brown, others expected to be on campus in July

Derrick Brown, Bryce Anderson and other priority recruits are expected to be in Austin at the end of July for a BBQ/Pool party.

Texas is preparing to host numerous priority recruits for a barbecue and pool party on July 30. Continue reading “Texas Football: Four-star EDGE Derrick Brown, others expected to be on campus in July”

Five critical targets remaining in the 2022 recruiting class for Texas

After a frenzied week of recruiting, there seems to be a reset. Here are the five most important prospects remaining in Texas’ 2022 class:

The end of June and the beginning of July has been up and down for Texas’ recruiting. Running back and the offensive line has been the two main focuses, with three commitments and three or four misses.

DeAnthony Gatson was thought to be a Longhorn but opted to follow the recent Texas to USC trend. East Texas’ own Jamarion Miller ended up being the second running back in the class as a result. A fair trade for both sides.

On the offensive line, Kyle Flood ended up going two for five to begin the month of July. Cole Hutson and Connor Robertson committed to Texas, while Kelvin Banks and Cameron Williams opted for Oregon. Jacob Sexton decided to stay home at play for Oklahoma.

After a frenzy of a week, there seems to be a reset. Steve Sarkisian and his staff need to figure out how to close on their top remaining prospects left on the board. There are plenty remaining, all from within the state of as well.

Here are the five most important prospects remaining in Texas’ 2022 recruiting class:

Four-star defensive back Bryce Anderson announces top two schools

The delayed recruitment of Bryce Anderson has taken another step forward Sunday. He announced Texas and Texas A&M are his final two schools.

The delayed recruitment of Bryce Anderson has taken another step toward a commitment.

After originally saying he would shut it down on July 4, Anderson decided to push his decision back. Coming off an official visit to Texas the final weekend of June, the four-star defensive back seemed destined for an in-state battle.

On Sunday, Anderson announced that would be the case: Texas and Texas A&M are his final two schools. You can tell how important both head coaches are taking this recruitment, with Steve Sarkisian and Jimbo Fisher attempting to lock him down during the official visits.

No timeline has been given by Anderson. Trimming his list to two was the next step after removing LSU, Michigan and USC from his top five.

Texas brought Anderson and four-star cornerback commit Jaylon Guilbeau down for the same weekend. Texas ex Michael Huff was there to pose for a few photos as well. The full-court press was on; the Longhorns need a win over Texas A&M.

Anderson is one of the most important remaining targets on the board after Texas missed on Kelvin Banks. A top-50 prospect on the composite, Anderson is the No. 3 safety in the country.

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Texas commit Jaylon Guilbeau and top target Bryce Anderson pose with Steve Sarkisian

Terry Joseph had quite the weekend with defensive backs in town. See Bryce Anderson and Jaylon Guilbeau on their official visits here:

Terry Joseph had quite the weekend with defensive backs in town.

Four-star cornerback and current Texas commit Jaylon Guilbeau made his way to Austin for his official visit. The Port Arthur prospect has been on Texas unofficial visits before seeing Texas A&M and TCU.

Arguably, more importantly, four-star safety Bryce Anderson finally got to meet Steve Sarkisian and the staff. No defensive back has been a bigger target for the Longhorns than Anderson. In a classic Texas vs Texas A&M battle, getting the safety to Austin could have been the defining factor in the recruitment.

Both of the top priority defensive backs posed with Steve Sarkisian over the weekend. Anderson and Guilbeau flashed the ‘hook ’em sign,’ while also posing in front of a car in a separate photo:

You can check it out here:

After the official visit, Guilbeau seems locked into his Texas commitment. TCU was reportedly pushing hard for the cornerback but Gary Patterson is not going to get another win over the Longhorns.

As for Anderson, July 4 was supposed to be his commitment date. He thought about pushing it back due to the inability to get to Austin on an official visit. With the trip under his belt, a fireworks show could be in store for Sunday.

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