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2025 3-Star OL out of Long Beach (CA) places Texas A&M in his Top 5 program list

2025 3-star offensive lineman Maki Stewart has placed Texas A&M in his Top 5 program list.

With new Texas A&M offensive line coach Adam Cushing set to enter his first season with the program, change (hopefully positive) is imminent in the trenches. Recruiting standards at both the guard and tackle positions are also expected.

Looking to add more athletic prospects across the line, especially at tackle, Aggies head coach Mike Elko has ventured to California to visit and offer several key 2025 prospects, including 3-star offensive tackle Maki Stewart out of Long Beach (CA).

Receiving an offer from the program on Jan. 23, Stewart, who stands at 6-6 nearly 300 pounds, has gained nearly 20 offers, while the Aggies stick out as his most significant offer outside of Florida State.

This week, Stewart released his Top 5 program, which includes Florida State, UCF, Utah, Arizona State, and Texas A&M. With experience at both tackle and guard, Stewart has consistently displayed footwork, hand placement, and athleticism to thrive on the outside at the next level.

According to Rivals, Stewart is currently positioned as the 38th-ranked player in California and the 55th-ranked offensive tackle in the 2025 recruiting class.

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2026 5-Star DL out of Tupelo (MS) will visit Texas A&M later this month

Elite 2026 5-star defensive lineman JaReylan McCoy will reportedly visit Texas A&M later this month

Texas A&M’s 2025 and 2026 visitors list has and will continue to grow, and while June and July provide a cushion for prospects who are on summer vacation, for those who want to visit programs much sooner, spring practices starting the month provide ample opportunity.

This week, Rival’s Brandon Howard reported that 2026 5-star defensive lineman JeReylan McCoy would make a wave of visits later this month, including consecutive visits to Texas (March 22) and Texas A&M (March 23). The incoming senior at Tupelo (HS) once shared the field with current Aggies freshman linebacker Tristan Jernigan.

Standing at 6-6 and 245 pounds, McCoy has primarily played defensive end during his last two seasons, netting 44 tackles and 11 sacks during his 2023 sophomore season. With two more years to grow and develop, McCoy is bound to get faster and stronger, while his versatility as an outside and inside pass rusher is imminent.

According to 247Sports Composite, McCoy is currently positioned as the 17th-ranked prospect in the 2026 class, the 3rd-ranked defensive lineman, and the No. 1-ranked prospect in Mississippi.

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Former Texas A&M DL Justin Madubuike receives good news regarding his future in Baltimore

Former Texas A&M star defensive lineman will continue dominating in the trenches for the Baltimore Ravens in 2024

Over the last decade, Texas A&M has sent dozens of football players at nearly every position to the NFL, while a select number of alumni represent the League, including Baltimore Ravens star defensive lineman Justin Madubuike.

Drafted by the Ravens in the 3rd round of the 2022 NFL Draft, Madubuike’s profile skyrocketed during the 2023 season, as all his hard work over the past three years earned him his first Pro Bowl nod, and even more impressive and vital to his financial future, he was named Second-team All-Pro.

Finishing the year with 56 tackles (38 solo tackles), 13 sacks, and two forced fumbles, The Ravens knew that it might take some time to get a long-term deal made, while the risk of losing one of the top defensive playmakers at just 26 years of age could be devastating to their DL future.

Making what on paper looked inevitable, it was reported by ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler that the Ravens had franchise-tagged Justin Madubuike. If a long-term deal is not made by the start of the 2024 season, he is set to net $22 million next season.

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2025 4-Star OT out of Mesquite (TX) is set to visit Texas A&M in June

Texas A&M’s will reportedly host 2025 4-star offensive tackle Lamont Rogers in mid-June

This summer, Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko and his staff will be very busy preparing for the 2024 season while hosting an elite assemblage of 2025 prospects, including 4-star offensive tackle Lamont Rogers out of Mesquite, Texas.

In the new era of Aggie Football, new offensive line coach Adam Cushing has followed Elko from Duke, bringing in a wealth of knowledge and developmental-based success during his previous coaching stop at Northwestern.

Emphasizing consistency and mental toughness to develop every offensive lineman to reach the next level, Lamont Rogers fits that mold, possessing the size (6-6, 305 pounds), power, and technical tools to thrive in a balanced offense.

Already receiving nearly 40 offers, Rogers is set to enter his senior season at Horn HS, looking to improve his skills as a pass protector. According to 247Sports Composite, Lamont Rogers is currently positioned as the 47th-ranked prospect in the 2025 cycle, the 7th-ranked offensive tackle prospect, and the 11th-ranked prospect in Texas.

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2025 4-Star QB out of Corona (CA) has placed Texas A&M in his Top 8 program list

2025 4-star quarterback Husan Longstreet has placed Texas A&M in his Top 8 program list, and will announce his decision next month

Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko has already secured four commits in the Aggies 2025 recruiting cycle, led by 4-star running back Deondrae “Tiger” Riden, who announced his intentions late last month.

With an eye on solidifying the quarterback position for the future, Elko and his staff have been in constant contact with 2025 4-star QB Husan Longstreet out of Corona, California, one of the elite offensive prospects the cycle has to offer. While the Aggies’ quarterback room is set for the 2024 season, nothing is set in stone beyond this year, primarily due to the evergrowing transfer portal.

On Monday, Longstreet, who recently visited College Station for A&M’s annual junior day, the incoming senior announced his Top 8 program list, along with his official announcement date set for next month.

Unsurprisingly, Texas A&M has joined Oregon, Michigan, Ole Miss, UCLA, Auburn, Louisville, and Miami. At the same time, Longstreet will announce on Sunday, April 14, just six days before A&M’s Maroon & White Spring Game on April 20.

Coming off of an impressive 2023 junior season, Longstreet completed 199/298 for 3,013 yards, 24 touchdowns, and just six interceptions, with 645 rushing yards and seven scores. Standing at 6-1 and 185 pounds, Longstreet possesses one of the strongest arms in the 2025 cycle, coupled with a quick release and impressive accuracy.

According to 247Sports, Longstreet is currently positioned as the 53rd-ranked player in the 2025 recruiting class, the 5th-ranked quarterback, and the No. 1-ranked player in California.

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Here are the final 2024 NFL Combine grades for every Texas A&M participant

Here are the final 2024 NFL Scouting combine grades for Edgerrin Cooper, Demani Richardson, Ainias Smith, and Layden Robinson.

The 2024 NFL Scouting Combine is over, and the results are in: those who participated in the offensive line drills will likely all make an NFL roster, including former Texas A&M OL Layden Robinson, and former Texas wide receiver Xavier Worthy is really, really fast, running a combine record 4.21 second 40-yard dash.

While every position group showed up, Robinson was the last to participate. Still, former Aggies linebacker Edgerrin Cooper showed out on the first day, running an impressive 4.52 40-yard dash, and a 1.54 second 10-yard split, tied for third best among participating linebackers.

On Friday, veteran safety Demani Richardson had an adequate day, running a 4.6 40 while possessing the tools to one day thrive as a box safety once he finds his footing. Last but not least, wide receiver Ainias Smith would sadly miss the on-field drills due to a newly discovered stress fracture in his left shin, but he could participate in the bench press, notching an impressive 21 reps.

Now focused on the NFL Draft set for April 25, here are the final grades for all four Aggies, according to NFL.com.

Here are Texas A&M OL Layden Robinson’s 2024 NFL Combine measurements/results

Here are former Texas A&M offensive lineman Layden Robinson’s 2024 NFL Scouting Combine results

The third day of the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine focused on the offensive line, filled with first-round draft talent at both guard and tackle, headlined by former Georgia OT Amarius Mims.

For Texas A&M, veteran right guard Layden Robinson opted to forgo his final year of eligibility to pursue his NFL dream, which started at the combine on Sunday afternoon. Forgoing the 40-yard dash and the 10-yard split, Robinson participated in various O-line drills for scouts in attendance throughout the afternoon.

Possessing the size, strength, and athleticism to thrive as a run blocker, Robinson’s pass-blocking issues could hinder his starting future, meaning landing with an organization that is willing to put the time into developing his pass-protection skill set will likely reap the benefits. Here’s what an anonymous NFL Scouting Director had to say about Robinson’s potential:

“I know he plays tall but look at how often he gets people pushed out of the hole as a run blocker. Results matter for me.”

Joining linebacker Edgerrin Cooper, wide receiver Ainias Smith, and safety Demani Richardson, here are Layden Robinson’s 2024 NFL Scouting measurements/results.

WATCH: Texas A&M WR Ainias Smith shows off his strength at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine

Former Texas A&M wide receiver Ainias Smith is one strong dude

For one of the best athletes to come through College Station, Texas A&M wide receiver Ainias Smith was set to participate in the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, March 2, but received discouraging news during his medical evaluation, which discovered a stress fracture in his left shin, preventing him from participating in the wide receiver on-field drills.

While the news was borderline devastating for a player who needed the combine to show the scouts in attendance that he’s much more than a slot receiver, he is the most versatile and experienced offensive prospect the draft offers.

However, Smith was able to participate in the bench press portion of the weekend, and if anyone doubted this young man’s strength, let those initial doubts die on the vine. On Sunday morning, weighing in at 190 pounds, Smith repped out 225 pounds 21 times, which is the most by any wide receiver at the combine, and is tied with 10 other players who are all on defense.

Ainias Smith finished his illustrious Texas A&M playing career with 2,812 yards and 23 touchdowns from scrimmage and currently ranks seventh in Texas A&M history in receiving yards with 2,407. Smith will thankfully have another shot to run through drills during the Aggies’ upcoming Pro Day.

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Where do the Aggies land in Rivals’ Top 5 linebacker class rankings?

After landing 2025 4-star linebacker Kelvion Riggins, Texas A&M is currently one Rival’s Top 5 linebacker classes in the cycle.

It’s early, but so far, new Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko has begun to check several boxes, including hiring a formidable coaching staff while already landing three prospects in the 2025 recruiting class, including 4-star linebacker Kelvion Riggins, 4-star cornerback Deyjhon Pettaway and 4-star running back Deondrae “Tiger” Riden.

With a focus on defense, Elko’s elite pedigree should do wonders for the current players on the roster, led by incoming sophomore linebacker Taurean York, who looks to further develop under the new regime. Sticking to linebacker, York is the present and the future, but to feel good going into 2025, landing two or three LB prospects is a must.

However, with Riggins fully committed, 2025 4-star linebackers Elijah Barnes and Riley Pettajohn remain the program’s premier targets, landing in both players’ respective Top program lists last month.

Even with just one linebacker commit, the Aggies, according to Rivals, are already one of the top teams positionally rankings-wise, landing in the Top 5 2025 LB classes. Here are the four teams they joined.

Texas A&M is in the running for 2025 4-Star RB out of Quitman (MS)

Texas A&M has made 2025 4-star running back Akylin Dear’s Top 12 program list.

Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko has a lot on his plate, but in just three months on the job, recruiting some of the top athletes in the country, including 4-star running back Akylin Dear out of Quitman, Mississippi.

While the Aggies’ running back room heading into the 2024 season is loaded with veteran talent, due to the evergrowing transfer portal, anything can happen year to year, meaning successfully landing elite running back talent through recruiting is vital.

Standing at 6-1 and weighing just over 200 pounds, Dear possesses sprinter speed, impressive vision, and footwork once he makes his initial cut upfield. During his 2023 junior season at Quitman HS, Dear was the focal point on offense, accumulating 2,016 rushing yards and 27 touchdowns on the year, including three touchdown passes.

Receving nearly 25 offers, Dear is current favorite to land with Ole Miss, but after releasing hist Top 12 program list, Texas A&M has joined the Rebels along with Alabama, Florida State, Georiga, Florida, Tennessee, Ohio State, Auburn, Miami, Mississippi State and Texas.

According to 247Sports Composite, Dear is currently positioned as the 69th-ranked prospect in the 2025 cycle, the 4th-ranked running back and the 3rd-ranked player in Mississippi.

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