Here are the recruits set to visit during Texas A&M’s Week 9 matchup vs. LSU

Here is the talented list of 2025. 2026, and 2027 prospects set to attend Texas A&M vs. LSU

14th-ranked Texas A&M (6-1, 4-0 SEC) will host the 8th-ranked LSU Tigers in one of the year’s biggest games, mainly due to the playoff implications for both programs who sit atop the SEC standings.

This week, Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko’s media blitz focused on the Aggies’ progress this season. The program’s impressive culture change under Elko’s leadership and vast influence is one of the primary reasons for A&M’s 6-1 starts and 2-0 SEC road record.

While the play on the field this Saturday will likely come down to the quarterback battle between Texas A&M’s Conner Weigman and LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier, this is also a big weekend for recruiting, as Elko and his staff will host a very long and talented list of 2025, 2026 and 2027 prospects, including several of the Aggies’ 2025 commits.

Here is the list of 41 (so far) recruits confirmed to attend Texas A&M vs. LSU on Saturday night:

2025, 2026 commits:

  • 4-star safety Rashad Johnson
  • 4-star DL Chace Sims
  • 4-star OL Jonte Newman
  • 4-star CB Deyjhon Pettaway
  • 4-star CB Ryan Gilbert
  • 4-star TE Kiotti Armstrong
  • 4-star DL DJ Sanders
  • 4-star LB Kelvion Riggins
  • 4-star DL Landon Rink
  • 4-star OL Tyler Thomas
  • 4-star OL Connor Carty
  • 4-star OL Marcus Garcia
  • 4-star OL Nelson McGuire
  • 4-star CB Cobey Sellers
  • 4-star RB Deondrae Riden
  • 4-star WR Kelshaun Johnson
  • 5-star QB Husan Longstreet

2025 visitors:

  • 4-star WR Terry Shelton
  • 4-star Edge Javion Hilson

2026 visitors:

  • 3-star safety Tamarion Watkins
  • Athlete Khing Thibodeaux
  • 3-star TE Landen Miree
  • 3-star TE Kai Wesley
  • 4-star OT Samuel Roseborough
  • 4-star WR Aaron Gregory
  • 4-star RB KJ Edwards
  • 4-star LB Tank King
  • 4-star TE Xavier Tiller
  • 4-star CB Ensu Tafa
  • 5-star Athlete Brandon Arrington
  • 5-star WR Tristen Keys
  • 4-star CB Dorian Barney (currently committed to Alabama)
  • 5-star DL Lamar Brown
  • 5-star OT John Turntine III

2027 visitors:

  • Edge James Harris
  • Safety Emmanuel Moses
  • WR Antayvious Ellis
  • CB Bryson Brown
  • 5-star Edge DJ Jacobs
  • 5-star WR Ethan “Boobie” Feaster
  • 4-star OL Brian Swanson

Texas A&M will host LSU at home on Saturday, Oct. 26th, at 6:30 p.m. CT. The game will air on ABC.

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The experts weigh in on the Texas A&M vs LSU matchup in Week 9

Experts are split on their predictions for the primetime game between Texas A&M vs LSU

The SEC is wide open to take, and at the same time, it’s full of one-loss teams. No. 14 Texas A&M and No. 8 LSU are the only teams without an SEC loss.

After Saturday night, there will only be one with an unblemished conference record, and the team will be on top of the standings going into week 10 of the college football season. Over the last decade, the best way to determine the winner of this matchup was to pick whoever was playing at home.

With how evenly these teams are matched and the betting spread under three points, I think going with the most recent trend is warranted in this situation. Texas A&M starting quarterback Conner Weigman will bounce back for a big game, winning a close back-and-forth contest.

Here is who the experts are picking to come out victorious in this week’s matchup:

Steven Lassan / Athlon Sports

Thomas Neumann /Athlon Sports

Eddie Timanus / USA Today

Shehan Jeyarajah / CBS Sports

David Cobb / CBS Sports

Texas A&M will host LSU on Saturday, Oct. 26, at 6:30 pm. CT. The game will air on ABC.

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Watch: Texas A&M’s all-black uniforms unveiled ahead of hosting 8th-ranked LSU

Texas A&M’s sleak all black uniforms vs. LSU have been revealed!

Texas A&M’s much-anticipated Week 9 home showdown vs. 8th-ranked LSU is just two short days away, as both programs have reeled off six consecutive wins after losing their openers. At the same time, the once regular season-finale rivalry is now a midseason matchup.

Over the past six seasons, trading wins has become a custom in the series, while the historic 74-72 OT Texas A&M win, which literally changed college football overtime rules in today’s game, is obviously seen as the highlight of a rivalry once completely dominated by the team from Baton Rouge.

This season, both programs look evenly matched with strengths on both sides of the ball, while LSU starting quarterback Garrett Nussmeier looks like the more established signal-caller heading into the game.

However, Texas A&M’s defense has continued to improve each week, while the Aggie running game is one of the best-performing units in the country.

In the end, whoever wins will likely control the time of possession and win the turnover battle. Ahead of the game, Texas A&M’s all-black uniform reveal made its way to social media after days of high anticipation.

Sporting an all-black jersey and pants, an all-black helmet with “Aggies” across each side is as sleek as it gets and a first for the program since in several seasons. Credit to head coach Mike Elko and the athletic department for the creative touch.

Texas A&M will host LSU at home on Saturday, Oct. 26th, at 6:30 p.m. CT. The game will air on ABC.

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HC Mike Elko discusses Texas A&M’s culture change during Wednesday’s SEC Telconference

One of the biggest reason’s for Texas A&M’s success this season has been the culture change under head coach Mike Elko

On Wednesday, during the weekly SEC Teleconference, Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko took questions from the media ahead of the Aggies’ critical primetime Week 9 showdown against 8th-ranked LSU while reflecting on what led the program a 6-1 start and 4-0 record in SEC play.

The changing culture under Elko’s leadership has been more than apparent amid A&M’s six-game winning streak, as the team’s consistent weekly improvement on offense and defense has resulted in the program going 2-0 on the road in conference play after failing to win a road game in nearly three seasons.

Built around physicality, consistent effort, and the ability to adjust when needed, Elko discussed the program’s culture change and gave full credit to the roster’s buy-in this offseason.

“The credit goes to the kids. They didn’t have to listen. They didn’t have to buy in. They chose to buy in and change things. … I’m proud of them and happy that they’re getting the results on the field.”

Texas A&M’s 2024 captains, sophomore linebacker Taurean York and junior left tackle Trey Zuhn III, deserve credit for leading the team on the field and helping keep the culture intact.

Texas A&M will host LSU at home on Saturday, Oct. 26th, at 6:30 p.m. CT. The game will air on ABC.

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The Aggies are ranked No. 14 in the latest US LBM Coaches Poll behind a 6-1 overall record and a perfect 4-0 tally against SEC foes. The one loss came in the season opener at home to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

The Tigers are even better, holding the No. 7 spot in the Coaches Poll with identical marks to their Saturday opponent. Much like TAMU, LSU’s only loss came in Week 1 against a non-conference opponent, the USC Trojans.

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The Tigers are even better, holding the No. 7 spot in the Coaches Poll with identical marks to their Saturday opponent. Much like TAMU, LSU’s only loss came in Week 1 against a non-conference opponent, the USC Trojans.

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The Tigers are even better, holding the No. 7 spot in the Coaches Poll with identical marks to their Saturday opponent. Much like TAMU, LSU’s only loss came in Week 1 against a non-conference opponent, the USC Trojans.

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Texas A&M vs. LSU injury report: Latest updates, news for Week 9 matchup

Here is the first SEC Availabilty report ahead of Texas A&M’s Week 9 home matchup vs. LSU

14th-ranked Texas A&M (6-1, 4-0 SEC) will host 8th-ranked LSU on Saturday night for a primetime shodown between two of the best teams in the SEC , who have both reeled of six consecutive wins after losing their 2024 season opener.

Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko, and LSU head coach Brian Kelly have previewed the matchup throughout the week, praising eachother’s coaching style and the program’s success, while the Tiger’s roster knows that Kyle Field will likely be the loudest it’s been all season.

However, Wednesday’s first SEC Availability Report has been much anticipted since the Aggies defeated Mississippi State last Saturday, as the status of starting left guard Chase Bisontis and freshman wide receiver Terry Bussey havee been on every Aggie fan’s mind this week.

Here is the updated report:

Texas A&M injury report

  • Rueben Owens – RB (Out for the season)
  • Mark Nabou – OL (Out for the season)
  • Tyreek Chappell – DB (Out)
  • Jordan Pride — DB (Out)
  • Chase Bisontis – OL (Out)
  • Jaylen Henderson — QB (Doutful)

LSU injury report

  • John Emery Jr – RB (Out for the season)
  • Kobe Roberts – OL
  • Harold Perkins Jr. – LB (Out for the season)
  • Tyree Adams – OL
  • Chris Hilton Jr. – WR (Questionabale)
  • RB Caden Durham (Probable)
  • Kyle Parker – WR
  • Princeton Malbrue – DE

OL Chase Bisontis injury update

After sustaining a lower-body injury against Mississippi State, Mike Elko started on Monday and again on Wednesday that Bisontis is truly day-to-day until the Aggie and Tigers kick off on Saturday, but as of Wednesday, he is designated as OUT. Junior OL Kam Dewberry will likely play in his place if he can’t go.

WR Terry Bussey injury update

After suiting up but not logging any snaps against Mississippi State, Elko reported that freshman wide receiver Terry Bussey is “fine” and should be available to return against LSU. As of Wednesday, Bussey is off the injury and report and ready to return on Saturday.

Texas A&M will host LSU at home on Saturday, Oct. 26th, at 6:30 p.m. CT. The game will air on ABC.

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LSU starting QB Garrett Nussmeier changes his tune regarding Kyle Field impact

LSU QB Garrett Nussmeier is now fully aware of Kyle Field’s in-game impact

Ahead of No. 14 Texas A&M’s Week 9 primetime home matchup against 8th-ranked LSU, Tigers starting quarterback Garrett Nussmeier, one of the top signal callers in the country after waiting his turn the last two years, discussed his first career start inside what could be a sold out Kyle Field.

Back in June, Nussmeier’s opinion of Kyle Field’s overall impact was that of most of the Aggies’ competitors, who want to look unaffected by any crowd until the results tell another story.

“Kyle Field is loud, I’ll give them that, but it’s not Death Valley.”

However, he now knows after likely watching Missouri quarterback Brady Cook’s mistake of downplaying the Stadium’s impact after falling 41-10 in Week 6.

“Obviously we acknowledge that it’s going to be a tough envrionment, it’s gonna be loud and exciting.”

Nussmeier referenced the “one game at a time” mentality that led to the Tiger’s comeback win over Ole Miss, knowing that Texas A&M’s defense would be ready to adjust when necessary.

The winner of Saturday’s game will more than likely stay atop the SEC standings for the rest of the regular season unless late-season lapses occur, making this one of the most important games of the year for both squads.

Texas A&M will host LSU at home on Saturday, Oct. 26th, at 6:30 p.m. CT. The game will air on ABC.

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Texas A&M’s acsending linebacker corps is one of the keys to defeating LSU

Texas A&M’s linebacker corps will need to play at a high level against LSU offensive attack

Texas A&M (6-1, 4-0 SEC) heads back to Kyle Field for a Week 9 primetime showdown against 8th-ranked LSU after defeating Mississippi State 34-24 on Saturday night.

Behind an improved second-half defense, the Aggies held off the Bulldog’s passing attack and improved to 4-0 in SEC play and 2-0 on the road in the conference.

This week, Texas A&M’s defense will now prepare for the LSU Tigers‘ 25th-ranked offense and junior quarterback Garrett Nussmeier. Still, freshman running back Caden Durham could be a bigger problem if the Aggie run defense is up to snuff early in the game.

One of Texas A&M’s position groups that looked like a weakness coming into the season was at linebacker. Against LSU, plugging the running gaps and preventing missed tackles is one of the many keys to victory.

Sophomore LB Taurean York was the only returning backer with any experience until head coach Mike Elko utilized the transfer portal, landing former Florida LB Scooby Williams and former Pitt LB Solomon DeSheilds.

Williams, who is coming off a career game against Mississippi State after recording six tackles, two tackles for loss, and his first career interception, described how the linebacker rotation has improved due to constant competition.

“Each and every day, whether it’s an off day or Coach is drilling us in practice, we’re always in competition with each other and trying to get better.”

“We were overly prepared, and that starts during the week in practice. … All of that adds up over time, and y’all get to see the results on Saturdays.”

After Williams’ career day, all you can do is be proud of your accomplishment and move on to the next game. But, hey, it was pretty cool to see the junior linebacker continue making an impact.

“It meant a lot to me. It was crazy.” “At the crib, I was like, ‘What am I going to do if I get a pick?’ … Coach Elko was yelling about ball security, so I was just making sure I didn’t give it back to the offense.”

Another Texas A&M linebacker to watch against the Tigers is sophomore Daymion Sanford, whose closing speed, tackling, and pass-rush prowess have made him a secret weapon for Elko and DC Jay Bateman.

Texas A&M will host LSU at home on Saturday, Oct. 26th, at 6:30 p.m. CT. The game will air on ABC.

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