Texas A&M’s 2024 season didn’t end as coach Mike Elko and Aggie fans would have liked, especially after losing to USC in the Las Vegas Bowl, falling 35-31 in the final seconds after leading 24-7 before allowing four consecutive touchdowns.
However, Texas A&M quarterback Marcel Reed was not the issue. His performance and edge Cashius Howell’s defensive outing were the few bright spots in an otherwise disappointing ending. The Aggies finished the year 0-3 in SEC play.
Regarding gauging Marcel Reed’s development as a passer, the redshirt sophomore looked more poise in the pocket outside of two interceptions, finishing the game 26-42 for 292 yards and three touchdowns and a 75.7 QBR.
On the year, despite starting just eight of 11 games, here’s where Reed finished among all freshmen players in Texas A&M history: Second in passing yards (1,864) and third in completions (147), third in pass TDs (15), and tied for 10th in rushing touchdowns (7), and 14th in rushing yards (547).
In total QBR, Reed finished 22nd (75.6) and fifth among SEC signal callers, including six spots higher than veteran Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers (73.0), ranked 28th.
With OC Collin Klein returning for a second season and Reed as the starting quarterback, alongside the new wide receiver additions this offseason, improvement is anticipated.
Nevertheless, it is essential for Marcel Reed to utilize the talent surrounding him effectively, demonstrating improved footwork and making sound decisions within the pocket.
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