If you had any doubts when Jimbo Fisher commented that Texas A&M would be aggressive via the transfer portal, it’s time to shove those concerns out the door. The Aggies added a key offensive piece Friday afternoon in former Kentucky wide receiver Jordan Anthony, who announced his decision to make College Station his next home.
The former Wildcat boasts blazing speed and headlines as a world-class sprinter, in addition to being a talented player on the gridiron, and it looks like he’s ready to take those talents to A&M.
Anthony officially shared the news of his commitment via social media, with an emphatic “Gig’Em!!” in the caption. Indeed, the Maroon and White look fresh on the speedy receiver:
Gig’Em👍🏽!! pic.twitter.com/3HnlXjiFhM
— Flash ⚡️ (@Jordananthony_6) June 9, 2023
Anthony shared how his mother’s and his relationship with Coach Price played an impactful role in comments shared via AggiesToday, as well as the enticing opportunity ahead of him in how he can help Texas A&M this coming season:
“My mother and I’s relationship with the Coach (Terry) Price plays a big role in it, but also the fact that the offense could use somebody like me to play an important role for them this upcoming season. Not many know, but she has breast cancer and he’s been there since Day 1.”
— AggiesToday (AT) (@AggiesToday) June 9, 2023
At 5-9 and 160 lbs, Anthony first announced his plans to enter the transfer portal back on May 30, and Texas A&M was quick to offer him from the start. As another dual-sport athlete to make College Station his next home, Anthony recorded a 10.16 100m to set the Kentucky freshman record in the event. He becomes the tenth member of the Aggies’ transfer class and joins fellow receiver Jahdae Walker, formerly of Grand Valley State.
The Aggies boast a highly-talented receiving unit that can stake its claim as one of the best in the nation, highlighted by Evan Stewart, Moose Muhammad III, and the returning Ainias Smith. Adding a speedster like Anthony only makes that unit even more lethal, and should have newly added offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino eagerly awaiting to scheme him open every Saturday afternoon.
It’s a great day to be an Aggies fan, and huge congratulations are in order for Jordan Anthony and his family after making his decision! Gig ’em!
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