10 days ago by
Ryan Brauninger
Elko's recruiting heater helping cure 'Summertime Blues' in Aggieland
The summer months could have been long and boring in Aggieland, but Mike Elko and his team of "Recruiting Avengers" saved the dog days through June and July. Over the last couple of months, the Aggies have welcomed 15 commitments in the class of 2026.
17 days ago by
Jason Howell
Tuesday Recruiting Notes and Thoughts
Let's jump right in Yesterday it was mentioned there are some reports about Texas pushing to flip Prosper (TX) OL Zaden Krempin.Neither the speculation by writers and analysts or the pursuit by the Longhorns would be surprising, so I asked Krempin if Texas was trying to turn up the heat.He responded, "Yes sir, I told them I'm going to be an Aggie."************A few quick thoughts on the commitment of Tamarion Watkins-Love the addition. Brauny and I talked about it in the IHV, but 6-4, 200-plus, rangy, physical, versatile, smart, and a big frame with so much room for growth. -I really like the vision Bateman has for him - think Scooby Williams - and I like Watkins' excitement and buy-in to that vision. -We have talked about character and culture on many of these guys, and in talking to people around Tamarion it is easy to see he brings both by the boat load. The 3.9 gpa, the work ethic in the classroom and on the field, the background of setting the standard in a championship program. All great things.-Overall this LB class has to make you smile with a strong mix of talent, skillsets, body types, and high character leader types from strong programs with high-level football backgrounds.-If nothing else DaQuives "Qui" Beck, Tank King, Storm Miller, and Tamarion "T-Wat" Watkins is an all-name class. You almost don't need to see the tape or measurables, these guys just sound like SEC LBs.*********Upcoming announcementsJuly 18 - S Tylan Wilson, Pascagoula (MS) - He is down to Texas A&M, Clemson, and Arkansas, and we have been feeling like things are trending the Aggies way. As decision day approaches that continues to be the case. August 8 - WR Jase Mathews, Leakesville (MS) - He is down to Texas A&M, Auburn, LSU, and Ole Miss, and as Brauny and I both said yesterday the feeling we get is this one is trending towards LSU. Now, the Aggies are a very real contender and there is some time before he makes his announcement, but right now things seem to be trending towards Baton Rouge.There's no announcement dates on these two, but Waukee (IA) TE Evan Jacobson and Edge Tank Jones are also key targets heavily involved with the Aggies.**************A few targets committed elsewhere I'd keep on the radarWR Boobie Feaster, DeSoto - USC commit - The Aggies made him a high priority, have strong ties to DeSoto, he has some strong connections at Texas A&M, and I see him being a prospect the Aggies continue to pursue. WR Tristen Keys, Hattiesburg (MS) - LSU commit - 5-star who has visited multiple times including an OV after making his LSU commitment, and he has been outspoken about his connection and respect for Holmon Wiggins. DL Lamar Brown, Baton Rouge (LA) University Lab - LSU commit - The Aggies finished behind LSU, and I think the Aggies are going to need some help in the form of some LSU/Brian Kelly shake-up or disappointment for there to be a real chance. However, I do see the Aggies continuing to pursue.DL Jaimeon Winfield, Richardson (TX) - USC commit - The state's top DT prospect is always one to watch. I haven't heard a lot of smoke, but I do look for the Aggies to continue their DL evaluations and he was the only in-state DT the Aggies truly pursued.**********One more noteI do look for the Aggies to continue to evaluate 2026 high school OLs and DT/SDE types, so don't be surprised if a few off the radar/under the radar prospects emerge especially during the first month of the season as guys put out new tape.
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21 days ago by
Billy Liucci
Lunch with Liucci: Billy Liucci joins TexAgs Live (Friday, July 11)
TexAgs' co-owner and executive editor Billy Liucci joined TexAgs Live on Friday morning to discuss a handful of offseason topics. Liucci discusses his recent Liuccicast with Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell, how NIL is impacting recruiting and much more.
22 days ago by
Jason Howell
Three Things: What's next for Texas A&M on the recruiting front
As he does every Friday morning, TexAgs' senior recruiting analyst Jason Howell offered up another round of his weekly recruiting thoughts. In this edition of his Three Things, Howell offered some of his old predictions and what is next for Texas A&M.
24 days ago by
Jason Howell
Aggies continue strong recruiting surge with trio of early-July commits
Since June 4, Texas A&M has received pledges from 13 prospects, including a trio of commitments already in July. With 24 members currently in the 2026 class, the Aggies are currently right where they want to be, with even more decisions on the way.