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Key Matchups: No. 6 Texas A&M vs. Mississippi State

At 4-0 overall and 1-0 in conference play, No. 6 Texas A&M faces Mississippi State at Kyle Field in a contest that has been dubbed "Operation Blackout" in Aggieland. Ahead of Saturday's contest, Olin Buchanan details the in-game matchups that will have the greatest impact on the outcome.
By Olin Buchanan
October 3, 2025
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A&M RB Le’Veon Moss vs. MSU LB Zakari Tillman

Moss has regained his All-SEC form from a year ago. In the last two games, he has rushed for 81 yards vs. Notre Dame and a career-high 139 yards vs. Auburn. It’s no coincidence the Aggies won both games. A&M doesn’t have to rely as heavily on Moss as last year, but when he’s producing, the rest of the field opens up for the passing game.

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