Texas A&M freshman linebacker Taurean York has not only become a fan favorite among Aggie fans, but if we’re being honest, the Aggies’ 3-1 start is primarily due to the elite defensive performance against the Auburn Tigers last Saturday, defeating the visitors 27-10 behind York’s career-high 11 tackles, two tackles for loss and netting his first career sack while calling nearly every defensive play in the process.
Limiting the Tigers to 54 yards passing on the day, York’s defensive instincts, speed, and impressive ability in coverage after just three collegiate games is nothing short of remarkable, especially due to his underrated recruiting grade that led to multiple blue-blood programs failing to see his potential in the 2023 cycle.
The credit goes to head coach Jimbo Fisher for not just landing York but instilling the belief that he could run one of the more talented defenses in the SEC in Year one.
“He’s only going to get better with what he does, the reads he makes, and the assignments. The kid is a heck of a player and he’s a very mature kid. Happy for him.”
Against Arkansas Razorbacks in the annual Southwest classic this weekend, York will again be called upon to stop the run consistently and likely cover star freshman tight end Luke Hasz for most of the afternoon.
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• Team-high 11 tackles vs. Auburn
• Logged first career sack
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Texas A&M will now travel to AT&T Stadium to face the Arkansas Razorbacks on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 11:00 a.m. CT., and air on the SEC Network.
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