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Texas A&M quarterback Marcel Reed proclaims that Mike ‘Elko tells nothing but the truth’

“The people who stayed are a big testament to what this program has done this year and what we’re going to continue to do in coming years.”

Texas A&M football head coach Mike Elko faced a tough decision midway through this season, whether to stick with the incumbent at quarterback, redshirt sophomore Conner Weigman, or move on to redshirt freshman Marcel Reed.

Elko ultimately went the younger route with Reed, who emerged during the Texas Bowl last year before Elko officially took over the program previously led by Jimbo Fisher.

Reed was a guest on the 12th Man Foundation‘s podcast “Answering the Call” this week, where he boasted about his head coach.

“Elko tells nothing but the truth,” Reed proclaimed. “The people who stayed are a big testament to what this program has done this year and what we’re going to continue to do in the coming years. Everyone in this organization has bought in and done what they’re supposed to do, and everybody is seeing the results of it.

“We’re going to keep doing that.”

The No. 14 Aggies (8-2, 5-1 SEC) play Auburn (4-6, 1-5) in their penultimate regular season contest at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday night. The matchup at Jordan-Hare Stadium will be broadcast on ESPN.

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Texas A&M alumnus Quenton Jackson scores career-high in first NBA start for Indiana Pacers

“I’m more about the team. The way that we went out there, and lost, we need to take a couple more steps in the right direction as a team.”

In his first career NBA start, Texas A&M alumnus Quenton Jackson did not disappoint Indiana fans.

During a 130-113 loss at Houston on Wednesday, Jackson scored a career-high 24 points on an efficient 10-of-12 shooting. He added three assists and two steals.

“It feels good obviously from an individual standpoint. But I think for me, I’m more about the team,” Jackson said postgame. “The way that we went out there, played today and lost, we need to take a couple more steps in the right direction as a team. Individually, of course I’m proud of myself, but I think we still have more work to do.

“I felt it was a little disrespectful (to have Alpren Sengun defend me). But, at the end of the day, I am new to this league and everything about this is having to prove yourself. That’s how they felt and I just used it to my strength.”

Jackson and the Pacers play in Milwaukee against the Bucks on Friday night at 7 p.m.

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‘Repeat offenders,’ are cause of Texas A&M football team’s penalties problem per Mike Elko

“I’m running out of ways to tell them. My frustration became a little bit evident on Saturday. It’s repeat offenders. It’s the same things.”

The Texas A&M football team has a penalties problem, racking up 77 through 10 games thus far.

“I’m running out of ways to tell them,” coach Mike Elko proclaimed Monday afternoon. “My frustration became a little bit evident on Saturday night with it. It’s repeat offenders. It’s the same things.

“I have to find creative ways to get it done because it’s not working.”

As pointed out by Tony Catalina of the Austin American-Statesman, there hasn’t been a college football program in the last four years who committed more than 78 penalties in a season that went on to win the national championship.

“We talk about it every Monday,” said sophomore linebacker Taurean York. “It’s like shooting yourself in the foot. We had penalties at South Carolina. They can be the difference between a win and a loss.”

Senior wide receiver Jabre Barber, who transferred in the offseason from Troy, appears to be more optimistic about the issue than his teammate.

“Going from the first bye week to now, I feel like we’ve progressed a lot as a team on both sides of the ball,” Barber said. “We still have some room to grow.”

No. 14 Texas A&M (8-2, 5-1 SEC) plays Auburn (4-6, 1-5) in its penultimate regular season contest at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday night. The matchup at Jordan-Hare Stadium will be broadcast on ESPN.

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Kendall Rogers of D1Baseball ranks pair of Texas A&M transfers in top 5 with rave reviews

“As if the Aggies needed more big-time bats in their lineup for the upcoming season, Henseler is another big-time playmaker at the plate.”

The Texas A&M baseball team will be on a revenge tour in 2025 and head coach Michael Earley has loaded up in the NCAA Transfer Portal.

Two of Earley’s additions have caught the attention of many, including Kendall Rogers from D1Baseball. On his “Top 50 Impact Transfer Hitters” list, Rogers ranked two Aggie seniors in the top five.

Third baseman Wyatt Henseler was slotted at No. 3 in the countdown.

“As if the Aggies needed more big-time bats in their lineup for the upcoming season, Henseler is yet another big-time playmaker at the plate,” Rogers stated. “The first thing that stood out about Henseler this fall was his physical 6-foot-1, 210-pound frame. He certainly looks stronger than the measurables would suggest.

“Henseler is coming off four decorated seasons with the Quakers. He hit .365 and .385, respectively, his first two seasons before hitting .321 and then .360 his final two seasons at Penn. Henseler hit 14 or more home runs in each of his final three seasons while also accumulating more than 50 RBI in each of those campaigns as well.”

First baseman Gavin Kash was ranked fifth.

“It’s a one-scrimmage sample size, but Kash, a 6-foot-3, 210-pound, left-handed hitter, looked more like his old self in the Aggies’ scrimmage against Houston earlier this fall,” Rogers wrote. “Kash had a monster 2023 campaign at Texas Tech, hitting .326 with 26 home runs and 84 RBI.

“He also had strong power production for the Red Raiders last season, hitting 17 doubles, 15 home runs and knocking in 51 runs.”

Texas A&M will begin the regular season with a three-game series versus Elon at Blue Bell Park, beginning Valentine’s Day at 6 p.m.

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‘South Carolina doesn’t help us get ready for Auburn,’ per Aggies football coach Mike Elko

“Showing them South Carolina doesn’t help us get ready for Auburn much, but this is a really talented rushing group,” Mike Elko said Monday.

The last time that the Texas A&M football team suited up in SEC competition, the Aggies suffered their first conference loss of the year, but that didn’t phase head coach Mike Elko.

Texas A&M was upset 44-20 at South Carolina on Nov. 2. Following their second bye and a 38-3 non-conference victory versus New Mexico State on Saturday night at Kyle Field, the No. 14 Aggies (8-2, 5-1 SEC) travel for the final time this campaign to face Auburn.

“Showing them South Carolina doesn’t help us get ready for Auburn much, but this is a really talented rushing group,” Elko said Monday. “How we control the line of scrimmage, set edges and keep the ball contained in the box is going to be really, really important for us and our success.”

Texas A&M plays the Tigers (4-6, 1-5) in its penultimate regular season contest at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday. The matchup at Jordan-Hare Stadium will be broadcast on ESPN.

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Instant reactions to No. 15 Texas A&M football team win over New Mexico State

Following Saturday’s matchup between the Aggies and Lobos, we break down our instant reaction.

The Texas A&M football team returned from a second bye this weekend and dominated its non-conference opponent to bounce back from the most recent contest, an upset SEC loss at South Carolina.

The No. 15 Aggies (8-2, 5-1 SEC) beat New Mexico State by a final score of 38-3 on Saturday evening at Kyle Field.

Texas A&M handled the Lobos as they should, given the weaker competition that New Mexico State plays against in Conference USA. Plus, the Lobos have struggled this year, on their way to a 2-8 overall record.

The Aggies jumped out to a 17-0 lead after one quarter and never looked back versus New Mexico State. Texas A&M held a 24-0 advantage at halftime, 31-0 after the penultimate period, and eventually prevailed by 35 points.

The Aggies hit the road for the final time in the regular season next Saturday to play Auburn (4-6, 1-5). Kickoff at Jordan-Hare Stadium is scheduled for 6:30 or 6:45 p.m. and will be broadcast on either ESPN or SEC Network.

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12th Man Foundation introduces ‘Priority Point Policy’ for Texas Aggies United donations

“As adopted by the 12th Man Foundation Board of Trustees, the new policy applies to eligible contributions made on or after Nov. 15, 2024.”

In the new Name, Image and Likeness era of college football, Texas A&M fans who choose to support the student-athletes with their wallets will now be prioritized.

“The 12th Man Foundation is pleased to announce that priority points will now be awarded for contributions to Texas Aggies United, the official NIL partner of Texas A&M Athletics,” a news release stated. “As adopted by the 12th Man Foundation Board of Trustees, the new priority point policy applies to eligible contributions made on or after Nov. 15, 2024.”

As stated on the foundation’s website, the new system will determine who gets the best parking, seats and much more in Aggieland.

“Seating and parking for all ticketed sports is based on your priority point ranking,” the website stated. “Ranking determines future ticket allocation and seating priority for all ticketed sports as well as parking assignments when applicable.”

Imagine how much money Johnny Football would’ve legally made during his prime in College Station. Thanks for the Kyle Field upgrades, Mr. Manziel!

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How the Texas A&M defense stacks up against New Mexico State’s rushing attack

The No. 15 Aggies (7-2) and Aggies (2-7) enter with opposite records but the game will likely be won in the trenches between the respective rushing attacks.

The Texas A&M football team returns from its second bye this weekend for a non-conference matchup at Kyle Field versus New Mexico State

The No. 15 Aggies (7-2) and, yes, Aggies (2-7) enter with opposite records but the game will likely be won in the trenches between the respective rushing attacks.

Through nine contests, the Texas A&M defense has allowed 1,122 yards rushing on 282 attempts, which averages out to 4.0 yards per carry. The Aggies’ opponents have averaged 124.7 yards per game on the ground and totaled 9 touchdowns thus far.

New Mexico State has surpassed all over those averages. The Aggies have racked up 1,680 yards rushing on 366 attempts for an average of 4.6 yards per carry. New Mexico State has tallied 14 TD on the ground.

The Aggies’ offense relies on the run heavily. New Mexico State has only 1,049 yards and 7 TD passing. Therefore, if Texas A&M shuts down the rush early, the Lobos will be forced to throw, creating more opportunities for strip sacks and interceptions.

The Aggies and New Mexico State kick off Saturday night at 6:45 p.m. on SEC Network.

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Texas A&M head coach proclaims he’s ‘not trying to be the best Mike Elko football program’

“The thing that makes me unique is I’m not trying to be the best Mike Elko football program, I’m trying to build the best football program.”

During a recent interview on the Aggie Football Hour, Texas A&M coach Mike Elko discussed brands in college football and how he differs from the pack.

“The thing that makes me a little bit unique is I’m not trying to be the best Mike Elko football program,” Elko said this week. “I’m trying to build the best football program at Texas A&M.”

Elko is very wise with his words, never taking direct shots at his peers or anyone, but he does a great job alluding to others. In the 37-plus minute conversation with Andrew Monaco, Elko may have been referring to LSU head coach Brian Kelly, who has certainly built his own personal brand.

A key example of Kelly’s brand recognition was suddenly having a southern accent after he departed from Notre Dame and arrived in the bayou. Meanwhile, Elko has remained the same dude regardless of where he is.

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Texas A&M football head coach Mike Elko runs ‘a real program,’ he’s ‘not a politician’

“This is a real program. It is not fake,” Elko proclaimed. “It is not a politician running this program, talking fast and BS-ing everybody.”

Texas A&M football head coach Mike Elko did not hold back in his postgame press conference Saturday night following a 38-23 victory versus No. 8 LSU.

“I think it’s the way that we talk to the young people. The things that we talk about, the messaging, how we bring really good people into the building. We talk about doing things together, we talk about culture. Everyone talks about it but then we go out and live it every day,” Elko proclaimed. “I think we back up our actions, we’re very honest, very open and this is a real program.

“It’s not fake. It’s not a politician running this program, talking fast and BS-ing everybody. This is a real program! For all the recruits out there, this is a real place. If you want to be really good at football, this is a really good place to be.”

After beating another top 10 conference rival, the No. 14 Aggies (7-1, 5-0 SEC) will elevate in all the polls before playing at struggling South Carolina (4-3, 2-3) next weekend at 6:30 p.m. on ABC.

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