On the other side, the Aggies fell to 3-2 after their disappointing 42-24 loss to Mississippi State in Starkville, continuing to show that their problems on offense are far from fixed, or even slightly mended, while youth and scheme issues on defense began to show its colors in the second half as the Bulldogs proceeded to dominate the Aggies in all three phases of the game.
On Monday, head coach Jimbo Fisher, along with a group of key players spoke to the local media just two days removed from the loss, explaining what went wrong, and previewing their highly publicized primetime matchup with Alabama.
Here are the most notable quotes from Fadil Diggs, Max Wright, and Antonio Johnson during Monday’s week 6 press conference.
Going into the 2022 football season, Aggies Wire will be looking at each scholarship player listed on the Texas A&M roster.
Over the preseason, each profile will cover where the player is from, how recruiting websites rated them coming out of high school, and what role they will play for Jimbo Fisher this season.
Max Wright is entering his senior season at the tight end position for Texas A&M, as the former defensive end is looking to become a more complete player at the position while competing against a host of talented true freshmen as the tight end position from the heralded 2022 recruiting class. Coming out of Katy Taylor High School in Katy, Texas, Wright was a star defensive end for the Mustangs, receiving offers from the likes of Alabama, Georgia, LSU, Oklahoma, Notre Dame, Texas A&M, Arkansas, etc., choosing to stay close to home and committing to the Aggies on June 2nd, 2017.
In his first year at A&M during the 2018 season, Wright played in 13 games and was a huge contributor on special teams, while earning a minor rotational spot on the defensive line. In 2019, Wright looked for an increased role in the defensive line rotation but sustained a season-ending injury three games into the season.
Before the start of the 2020 season, Wright and the coaching staff made a position switch to tight end due to his natural athleticism, football IQ, and surprising receiving skills, where he only played in three games recording 1 reception for 42 yards in a blowout victor against South Carolina. Finally, in the recent 2021 season, Wright played in all 12 games, notching 3 receptions for 23 yards, and providing solid blocking in the run game throughout the season. After numerous ACL tears during his high school playing career, on top of the injuries, he’s dealt with as an Aggie, the 2022 season gives Max Wright a chance to prove how much his hard work in the off-season has paid off.
Preseason Player Profile
Hometown: Katy, Texas
Height: 6-4
Weight: 260lbs
247Sports Composite Ranking
Class of 2018: 4-Star player ranking, 22nd ranked player in Texas, 8th ranked strong-side defensive end prospect in the country
Career Stats
Year
G
Rec
Yards
TDs
2020
3
1
42
1
2021
12
3
23
0
PFF Grades
Year
Offense
Receiving
Run Blocking
2020
93.5
92.3
72.6
2021
68.4
67.6
67.6
Depth Chart Overview
Max Wright is currently projected as the starting tight end in Texas A&M’s pro-style offense, led by head coach, Jimbo Fisher, and offensive coordinator, Darrell Dickey. Leading into camp, Wright should be in a rotation with tight ends Blake Smith (Redshirt Sophomore), Jake Johnson (Freshman), Donovan Green (Freshman), and Theodor Melin Ohrstrom (Freshman).
From a scouting perspective, at 6-4, 260lbs Wright can play as both an in-line tight end and H-back due to his blocking ability. As a receiver, Wright has shown some twitchiness off the line of scrimmage and has refined his route-running ability becoming a comfortable target for his quarterback.
Overall, the competition at tight end is going to be fascinating to say the least, as experience might take a back seat to talent, or vice versa. Max Wright has continued to build off each season he’s played tight end for the Aggies and will be focused on taking that next and final step in his overall development to secure a major role in the tight end rotation.
Players’ Photo Gallery
Nov 13, 2021; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels defensive back AJ Finley (21) tackles Texas A&M Aggies tight end Max Wright (42) during the first quarter at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-USA TODAY SportsSep 11, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Texas A&M Aggies tight end Max Wright (42) celebrates defeating the Colorado Buffaloes at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY SportsSep 25, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies tight end Max Wright (42) in action during the game between the Arkansas Razorbacks and the Texas A&M Aggies at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
