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Texas A&M freshman WR shows off his speed on the track during the Corky Classic

Texas A&M wide receiver Ernest Campbell makes his track and field debut at the Corky Classic

When Texas A&M coach Mike Elko arrived, he wanted to make it a point to bring in speed to make his team dynamic, and one player he could hang on to was wide receiver and return specialist Ernest Campbell.

If we are 100% honest, it might be a while before he sees time on the football field, given his size and where he currently sits on the depth chart. Entering Texas A&M, he stood at 5’6″ and maybe 160lbs soaking wet.

However, as a true freshman, he shines the most with his elite speed. The four-star prospect was a 2A champion in the 100m and 200 m meters while attending Refugio High School and signed with A&M to play football and run track.

While he did not log any playing time on the football field, he did see his first action on the track in Lubbock, Texas, at the Corky Classic. Competing in the 60m dash, Campbell came second in heat 2 with a time of 6.74, sending him to the semi-finals. Even with a slight improvement to 6.73, he missed out on the finals, but he had a strong start to his indoor season with minimal practice.

Below, you can watch Campbell in action on the first day of the meet.

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Texas A&M’s 2025 wide receiver room is built on speed and potential

Texas A&M’s 2025 WR room is as deep as it’s been in years

Texas A&M has landed five commitments from the transfer portal, led by the newest addition of former Mississippi State wide receiver Mario Cramer, who is coming off an impressive freshman season with the Bulldogs.

On Sunday, former five-star and Texas Tech wide receiver Micah Hudson announced his commitment to the program, filling out what looks like the best WR room Texas A&M has had under both Jimbo Fisher and Mike Elko, even though both new additions don’t bring in substantial on-field production.

While Hudson and Cramer will immediately compete for starting spots, the return of incoming senior Noah Thomas and sophomore Terry Bussey look like the 1-2 options on paper. At the same time, it’s important to note that five-star freshman WR Jerome Myles will not be present during the spring football season.

However, incoming sophomores Ashton Bethel-Roman and Izaiah Williams are names to watch after briefly showing off their skills during the 38-0 w win over New Mexico State. Speedster Ernest Campbell looks like the forgotten man on the roster after not seeing the field this season.

Lastly, Jerome Myles is joined by two of the faster receivers in the 2025 class. Kelshaun Johnson and TK Norman were risers toward the end of their recruitment, bringing immediate depth to a stacked rotation.

Compared to last season, OC Collin Klein’s focus on creating mismatches in the passing game should see more success with the added speed and athleticism that will pair well with the run game and set up play-action shot-downs field.

Mario Craver continues to be the name to watch. During his freshman season, he averaged 21 yards per catch, including 54, 46, and 72-yard receptions, consistently displaying his deep speed.

Incoming redshirt sophomore quarterback Marcel Reed has a lot of work ahead of him to improve after an up-and-down first season, but with these new additions to the receiving corps, Reed has plenty to work with to improve significantly next season.

Here is the current wide receiver depth chart in his current form:

  1. Noah Thomas (4-star prospect)
  2. Terry Bussey (5-star prospect)
  3. Micah Hudson (5-star prospect)
  4. Mario Craver (4-star prospect)
  5. Jerome Myles (5-star prospect)
  6. Ashton Bethel-Roman (4-star prospect)
  7. Izaiah Williams (4-star prospect)
  8. Kelshaun Johnson (4-star prospect)
  9. Ernest Johnson (4-star prospect)
  10. TK Norman (3-star prospect)

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Texas A&M freshman WR Ernest Campbell continues to dominate on the track

Texas A&M freshman wide receiver Ernest Campbell is still destroying the competition on the track

Texas A&M and head football coach Mike Elko are gaining one of the fastest athletes in the country in 2024. Three-star wide receiver Ernest Campbell, who also happens to be a star in several events in track & field, has once again conquered the competition in the 100-meter dash.

For the fourth consecutive year, Campbell has won the race in class 2A. This time, he ran a highly impressive time of 10.49, defeating the second-place finisher by .24 seconds. However, this isn’t his fastest time, as Campbell finished with a lighting-fast time of 10.22 last May and 10.32 two years ago.

Some Aggie fans may still ask if this track speed transfers to the football field, and the answer is a resounding yes. Standing at 5-8 and just over 150 pounds, Campbell is extremely light on his feet and an instant weapon in the return game. His route-running skills are still a work in progress, but there’s a lot of potential once he hits the ground running.

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Watch: 2024 Texas A&M signee Ernest Campbell is bringing elite speed to Aggieland

2024 Texas A&M signee shows off his speed winning his fourth straight district title

At 5’8″ and weighing only 145 pounds, Refugio wide receiver Ernest Campbell does not appear intimidating on the football field. However, there is a valid reason he is a Rivals four-star, as he was flooded with over 20 Division I offers. Gifted with elite speed that transfers to the football field, Campbell won back-to-back Texas Class 2A 100M titles and is a 4-time District Champ.

As a sophomore, he was named the District 15-2A Newcomer of the Year, with 597 yards receiving and 277 yards rushing. If there is one thing Texas A&M can use more of, it is speed. Campbell checks that box for the 2024 class on the offensive side of the ball. Below, you can watch as Campbell claims his fourth district title in the 100M dash with a time of 10.24.

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Several Texas A&M 2024 commits reveal their standing with the program after Jimbo Fisher’s dismissal

In the aftermath of Jimbo Fisher’s firing, recruiting will likely take a hit, but several 2024 commits did announce their current status.

On Sunday, Nov. 12, shockwaves were sent through the college football landscape after it was announced that Texas A&M head coach Jimbo Fisher had been relieved of his duties, effective immediately.

While three games (including the bowl game) remain on the 2023 schedule, interim head coach Elijah Robinson will take the reins, and while the current roster is tentatively in good hands, future recruiting may or may not take a hit as the months progress.

However, concerning two of the Aggies 2024 commits, including five-star defensive tackle Dominick McKinley and four-star wide receiver Ernest Campbell, Fisher’s dismissal has not impacted their decision as things currently stand.

McKinley, who committed to Texas A&M on Sept. 1, announced on social media (X) that he is still locked in, specifically referencing his relationship with Elijah Robinson, who is credited with landing the future star, also serving as the Aggies defensive line coach. Campbell, one of the more underrated speedsters in the 2024 cycle, also noted that as far as things stand, he remains fully committed to the Maroon & White.

Among other Aggie commits, four-star wide receiver Jaylan Hornsby, four-star quarterback Anthony Maddox, and three-star linebacker Tristan Jernigan were all surprised by the news due to their close relationship with Fisher. Still, until his successor is announced, they all remain in a neutral state.

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Just how fast is new Texas A&M WR commit, Ernest Campbell?

After 2024 4-star WR Ernest Campbell committed to Texas A&M on Saturday, those unfamiliar with his skill set are in for a treat.

On Saturday, Texas A&M’s 2024 recruiting class is now 18 players deep after four-star wide receiver Ernest Campbell, currently one of the fastest human beings on the planet (it’s a long list), committed to the Maroon and White, joined fellow wide receiver commits in Cameron Coleman, Drelon Miller, Jaylan Hornsby, and Debron Gatling.

Don’t be fooled; Campbell isn’t just a Track & Field star but a darn good football player as well, recording 35 receptions for 597 yards in 15 games while running for 277 yards and two touchdowns during his 2022 junior season at Refugio High School.

Becoming the 2A 100-meter and 200-meter state champion, Campbell’s 10.22-second time in the 100 sets a new 2A record which ties him for the 6th all-time in Texas in the 100m, following all levels to competition.

Credit Good Bull Hunting Managing Editor Robert Behrens, who smartly noted that former Texas A&M running back Devon Achane’s 10.53 100m high school time pales in comparison to Campbell’s recent achievement, who is also one of the fastest players in the country, and already one of the fastest in the NFL before even taking a snap.

Yes, Campbell is only 5-8 and just over 150 pounds, but echoing Behrens, who cares when you possess speed like that, and just like Devon Achane, once he enters Texas A&M’s strength and conditioning program next spring/summer, adding healthy mass shouldn’t be an issue. As they say, speed kills, and in 2024, the Aggies’ wide receiver room will be loaded with it.

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2024 4-Star WR Ernest Campbell commits to Texas A&M

Boom! 2024 4-star WR and Track & Field star Ernest Campbell is now the 18th commit in Texas A&M’s 2024 recruiting class.

Boom! Texas A&M has secured its 18th commitment and fifth wide receiver in its 2024 recruiting class, landing four-star wide receiver Ernest Campbell, who joins fellow wide receiver commitments in Cameron Coleman, Drelon Miller, Jaylan Hornsby, and Debron Gatling.

Speed, speed, and more speed define Campbell’s on-field ability, and According to 247Sports Composite rankings, Campbell is currently the 66th-ranked wide receiver prospect in the 2024 cycle and the 77th-ranked player in Texas.

Campbell may be undersized at 5-8 and just over 150 pounds. Still, after posting at 10.22 second time in the 100-meter dash, Jimbo Fisher and newly minted offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino indeed have visions of Campbell lining up in the slot and outrunning every defender on the field while utilizing his versatility in the backfield with a mix of sweeps and bubble screens.

During his 2022 junior season at Refugio High School, Campbell caught 35 passes for 597 yards in 15 games while running for 277 yards and two touchdowns. Ernest Campbell is more than a track and field star but needs to add more bulk to his frame before entering the collegiate ranks. Texas A&M beat out Nebraska, Texas Tech, and Oregon, while his official visit to College Station on June 2 looked to have sealed the deal. Congratulations, Ernest! Gig ’em!

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These are the high-profile 2024 football prospects visiting Texas A&M this weekend

Texas A&M is set for a busy month as they welcome close to a double-digit number of recruiting visits, beginning with this weekend’s list of high-profile 2024 football prospects.

While the summer months may separate fans from meaningful college football, it doesn’t negate exciting news to stop flowing in. As we officially turn the page to June, the 2024 recruiting cycle enters the exciting stage of campus visits.

Texas A&M and head coach Jimbo Fisher are set for a busy month as the Maroon and White is nearing double-digit visiting numbers from a handful of top football prospects. The coming weekend of June 2 to June 4 will see some of the best recruits on both the offensive and side of the ball get a preview of Aggieland, with the hope that they see College Station as their next home for the future.

While a handful of this weekend’s visitors are still progressing through their decision process, at least one current commit of a rival program is making his way to Aggieland in the coming days, offering an opportunity for the Maroon and White to help him reconsider his decision.

Here’s the list of the top 2024 football prospects visiting Texas A&M this weekend (June 2-4 ):

2024 3-Star WR Ernest Campbell is set to visit Texas A&M in June

Texas A&M is set to host one of the fastest prospects in the 2024 class, as 3-Star WR Ernest Campbell will visit College Station June 2-4.

After Texas A&M went out on a limb to hire long-time offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino, it was a clear sign that the offense was growing frustratingly stale under the watch of head coach Jimbo Fisher over the past five seasons.

Now, while Fisher’s pro-style scheme will continue its mainstay in the running game, the passing game will see an infusion of spread concepts, and while A&M’s current wide receiver core is as solid as ever, recruiting for the future will focus on one crucial trait: game-breaking speed.

Within the 2024 recruiting cycle, one wide receiver prospect has stood out for the Maroon and White, as three-star Earnest Campbell may be undersized at 5-8 and just over 150 pounds, but after posting at 10.22 second time in the 100-meter dash, Campbell is a straight burner. The feeling is mutual as Earnest Campbell is set to visit College Station on June 2-4, joining a host of fellow recruits at the start of the Summer.

According to 247Sports Composite rankings, Campbell is currently the 65th-ranked wide receiver prospect in the 2024 cycle and the 78th-ranked player in Texas. During his 2022 junior season at Refugio High School, Campbell caught 35 passes for 597 yards in 15 games played while also running for 277 yards and two touchdowns, showing that he’s more than a track and field star, needs to add more bulk to his frame before he enters the collegiate ranks. The Aggies will compete for Campbell’s commitment against Nebraska, Colorado, Florida State, Oregon, Penn State, Auburn, and TCU.

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Texas A&M offers 2024 3-Star WR Ernest Campbell

Texas A&M officially offered the rising 2024 3-Star Wide receiver Ernest Campbell on Thursday, March 16th

When Aggies Head coach Jimbo Fisher imagines what his offense could look like under new offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino, speed, speed, and more speed at the wide receiver position comes to mind before anything else. In the past three recruiting cycles, Texas A&M has landed their 2023 starting wide receiver unit including 2022 5-Star Evan Stewart, 4-Star Moose Muhammad III, and of course, Ainias Smith, who will be returning for his final senior season.

Looking towards the future, the 2024 recruiting cycle offers some very intriguing options at the position, especially 3-Star wide receiver Ernest Campbell out of Refugio, Texas, one of the fastest athletes in the class while standing at only 5-8 and 150 lbs. Ranked as the 70th wide receiver and 82nd player in Texas, Campbell is lightning in a bottle, pure and simple, which is why the Aggies finally offered him on Thursday, March 16th. As a track athlete, Campbell won the Texas Class 2A 100M state title with a time of 10.32 seconds, while also leading Refugio to win the 4×100 and 4×200 titles in May of 2022.

Receiving over 20 Division 1 offers so far, Campbell is an ascending recruit, fitting the mold of what Jimbo Fisher looks for in a slot wide receiver in the SEC, resembling former Aggies wide receiver Yulkeith Brown, who recently transferred to Tulane. With a potential visit to College Station in the coming months, Hopefully, communications increase between the Aggies and Campbell in the Spring/Summer.

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