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2028 Season Recap: Texas A&M Finishes 14–2, Defense Rewrites the Record Books

The 2028 campaign was a statement — violent defense, explosive ground game, and a roster stacked with stars. Texas A&M powered its way to a 14–2 finish, dominating the trenches and rewriting the narrative of what Aggie football looks like in the modern era.

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National Awards Recap
• Dwayne Turbin — Lombardi Award (Best Lineman)
• Marco Jones — Defensive End of the Year
• Jarvis Rich — Bednarik, Nagurski, Butkus Awards (Triple Crown LB)

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Defensive Identity: Relentless, Record‑Breaking, Ruthless
A&M’s defense was historic — violent in the pass rush, disciplined in coverage, and loaded with playmakers.

• Dwayne Turbin: 22.5 Sacks | 17 TFL | 90 Tackles | SFTY
• Jarvis Rich: 137 Tackles | 36 TFL | 4 Sacks | 14 PBU | FF
• Marco Jones: 42 TFL | 18.5 Sacks | 3 FF | 2 FR | SFTY
• Adonyss Currie: 3 INT | 20 PBU | TD
• Rico Mateo: 9 Sacks | 11 TFL | 2 FF | 3 FR | TD

The Aggies allowed just 53.5 rushing yards per game and racked up 51.5 sacks — a front seven that dictated every game.[/size]

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Offensive Firepower: Ground Game & Veteran Precision
The offense leaned on a dominant run game and veteran QB play to control tempo and finish drives.

• Kameron Toure: 1,760 Yards | 17 TD | 7.0 Avg
• Clay Dora: 752 Yards | 10 TD
• Bryce Baker: 2,830 Yards | 17 TD | 416 Rush Yards | 3 TD
• Andrew Olesh: 773 Yards | 2 TD
• Ashton Bethel‑Roman: 731 Yards | 6 TD
• Jerome Myles: 622 Yards | 5 TD

A&M averaged 203 rush yards per game and 405.5 pass yards per game, with a balanced attack that wore down defenses.[/size]

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Team Superlatives
• Team MVP: Jarvis Rich (JR), LB
• Offensive MVP: Kameron Toure (SO), RB
• Defensive MVP: Marco Jones (JR), DE
• Breakout Star: Dwayne Turbin (JR), DT
• Most Improved: Adonyss Currie (JR), CB
• Special Teams MVP: Andres Rich (JR), K
• Leadership Award: Ashton Bethel‑Roman (SR), WR
• Freshman Impact: Andre Onakanlown (FR), CB

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Final Verdict: A&M Is Built to Last — But the Offseason Will Decide Everything
The 2028 Aggies weren’t just good — they were elite. The defense was generational. The offense was efficient and explosive. And the roster is loaded with returning stars.

But the next chapter hinges on one massive question: who comes back?

Jarvis Rich, Dwayne Turbin, Rashad Johnson Jr., Kameron Toure, Clay Dora, and Bryce Baker all have NFL Draft decisions to make. Any combination of returns could launch A&M into instant title contention — but losing multiple stars could reshape the entire identity of the 2029 squad.

One departure is already confirmed:
Andrew Olesh, the veteran tight end and one of the most reliable weapons on the roster, is off to the NFL after a standout senior season.

Whatever happens next, the standard has been raised. The foundation is built. And Aggieland is officially on notice.

[The Hunted]

[Soapy]

[The Hunted]

And there it is...... nah your boys played better then me in the final minutes, so well deserved.

[The Hunted]

2028 Texas A&M Football — Departures Recap
NFL Draft Exits • Graduation • Transfer Portal Movement

Texas A&M enters the offseason facing one of the most significant roster transitions in program history. The Aggies lose their franchise quarterback, their entire backfield, multiple star receivers, a veteran tight end, and nearly an entire offensive line. Defensively, the heart of the front seven departs, along with key depth across the board.

This is the class that defined an era — and the departures that now reshape the future.

Offensive Departures

Franchise Quarterback — Bryce Baker (JR) — NFL Draft, 2nd Round
The face of the program and one of the most productive QBs in school history.
Career: 7,858 Pass Yards • 51 TD • 33 INT • 63% • 1,312 Rush Yards • 7 TD

Backfield Overhaul — Kameron Toure (SO) — NFL Draft, 3rd Round
A dynamic, explosive runner who became the engine of the offense.
Career: 2,011 Rush Yards • 18 TD • 53 Rec • 385 Yards • TD

Breakaway Weapon — Clay Dora (SO) — Pro Draft, 1st Round
A home‑run threat with elite burst and versatility.
Career: 772 Rush Yards • 10 TD • 14 Rec • 176 Yards • TD

Depth Departure — Deondrae Riden (JR) — Transfer
A rotational back who leaves in search of playing time.

🧱 Fullback Loss — Roland Bottle (SO) — Transfer
A physical lead blocker who departs for a better scheme fit.

Receiver Room Reset — Jerome Myles (JR) — NFL Draft, 2nd Round
A true WR1 and one of the most explosive playmakers in the SEC.
Career: 159 Rec • 1,813 Yards • 13 TD

🪶 Veteran Playmaker — Ashton Bethel‑Roman (SR) — Graduation
A technician and leader who leaves as one of the most productive Aggies ever.
Career: 204 Rec • 2,082 Yards • 17 TD

Depth Loss — Barry Feeny (SO), Brian Latimer (SO) — Transfers
Two young receivers depart for playing time and proximity to home.

Tight End Anchor — Andrew Olesh (SR) — Graduation
One of the most productive pass‑catchers in school history.
Career: 203 Rec • 2,202 Yards • 10 TD

TE Depth — Kiotti Armstrong (JR) — Transfer
A developmental tight end who leaves for more snaps.

🧱 Trench Exodus — Ahfua, Smith, Ivy, Hackleman — All Graduated
Four veteran linemen depart, including two long‑time starters.

Additional OL Departures — Moses, Gibbs, LaPorta, Garcia — Transfers
Four more linemen exit the program, thinning the depth chart across all positions.

Offensive Production Lost:
• 2,830 Passing Yards
• 17 Passing TD
• 2,928 Rushing Yards
• 30 Rushing TD
• 230 Receptions
• 2,521 Receiving Yards
• 15 Receiving TD

This is one of the most productive offensive groups ever to leave Texas A&M.

Defensive Departures

Interior Superstar — Dwayne Turbin (JR) — NFL Draft, 2nd Round
A generational defensive tackle and Lombardi Award winner.
Career: 117 Tackles • 73 TFL • 33.5 Sacks • 3 FF • FR • Safety

Veteran Depth — Dealyn Evans (SR) — Graduation
A disruptive rotational lineman with elite production.
Career: 54 Tackles • 35 TFL • 16.5 Sacks • Safety

Defensive Quarterback — Jarvis Rich (JR) — NFL Draft, 2nd Round
One of the most decorated defenders in school history.
Career: 274 Tackles • 56 TFL • 7.5 Sacks • 4 INT • TD • 3 FF • 3 FR
Awards: 2× Butkus • 2× Nagurski • Bednarik

Veteran LB — Noah Mikhail (SR) — Graduation
A steady second‑stringer who provided leadership and physicality.

LB Depth Loss — Soni Puamau (SO), Tre Ioannidis (FR) — Transfers
Two young linebackers depart for playing time and scheme fit.

Cornerback Depth — Temarion Foster (JR), Jayvon Willie (FR) — Transfers
Two developmental corners exit the program.

Elite Safety Loss — Rashad Johnson Jr. (JR) — NFL Draft, 2nd Round
A tone‑setter and one of the most complete safeties in the SEC.
Career: 239 Tackles • 34 TFL • 0.5 Sacks • 2 INT • TD • FF • 2 FR

Defensive Production Lost:
• 364 Tackles
• 29 Sacks
• 109 TFL
• 2 Interceptions
• 21 PBUs
• 1 Defensive TD
• 4 Forced Fumbles

This is a devastating defensive exodus — the core of the front seven and the leader of the secondary all depart.

Summary

Texas A&M loses:
• Its starting quarterback
• Its top three running backs
• Its starting fullback
• Its WR1 and WR2
• Its starting tight end
• Four graduating offensive linemen
• Four more OL to the portal
• A Lombardi Award winner (Turbin)
• A two‑time Butkus & Nagurski winner (Rich)
• A 2nd‑round safety (Johnson Jr.)
• Depth at LB, CB, and DL

This is the end of a legendary era — but the roster remains stocked with young talent ready to rise.

[The Hunted]

The Class That Changed Everything — Texas A&M’s Iconic 2026 Recruiting Class
Turbin • Rich • Toure • Andres Rich • Olesh
The foundation of a dynasty.

The 2026 cycle will forever be remembered as the class that reshaped Texas A&M football. It wasn’t just talented — it was transformational. A blend of elite high school recruits and a program‑altering transfer portal addition, this group produced national award winners, All‑Americans, NFL Draft picks, and the emotional heartbeat of multiple championship runs.

This is the story of the class that built the Aggies’ golden era.

Dwyne Turbin — The Game‑Wrecker
DT • 2nd‑Round NFL Pick • Lombardi Award Winner

Turbin arrived as a raw, violent interior defender — and left as one of the most dominant defensive linemen in school history. His blend of power, leverage, and explosiveness made him a nightmare for offensive lines.

Career Stats:
117 Tackles • 73 TFL • 33.5 Sacks • 3 FF • FR • Safety

He didn’t just anchor the defensive front — he defined it. Every championship defense needs a tone‑setter. Turbin was that and more.

Jarvis Rich — The Defensive Quarterback
LB • 2nd‑Round NFL Pick • 2× Butkus • 2× Nagurski • Bednarik Winner

One of the most decorated defenders in A&M history, Rich was the heartbeat of the defense from the moment he stepped on campus. His instincts, leadership, and sideline‑to‑sideline range elevated the entire unit.

Career Stats:
274 Tackles • 56 TFL • 7.5 Sacks • 4 INT • TD • 3 FF • 3 FR

He didn’t just win awards — he set the standard for what Aggie linebackers should be.

Kameron Toure — The Breakaway Star
RB • 3rd‑Round NFL Pick

Toure brought electricity to the backfield. A home‑run hitter with elite acceleration, he became a perfect complement to the power backs around him and a nightmare for defenses in space.

Career Stats:
2,011 Rush Yards • 18 TD
53 Rec • 385 Yards • TD

When the Aggies needed a spark, Toure delivered.

Andres Rich — The Golden Leg
K • Program Record‑Setter • Clutch Specialist

Every great team needs a closer — and Andres Rich became exactly that. With range, consistency, and ice‑cold nerves, he delivered in the biggest moments and quickly became one of the most reliable kickers in the nation.

He didn’t just score points — he saved seasons.

Andrew Olesh — The Portal Steal
WR/TE • Transfer Portal Addition • All‑Time Aggie Pass‑Catcher

Olesh wasn’t part of the high school class — but his arrival through the portal made the 2026 cycle legendary. A mismatch nightmare with elite hands and route craft, he became one of the most productive receivers in school history.

Career Stats:
203 Rec • 2,202 Yards • 10 TD

He was the safety valve, the chain‑mover, the steady heartbeat of the passing game.

Legacy of the 2026 Class
This group produced:

• A Lombardi Award winner
• A Bednarik winner
• A 2× Butkus winner
• A 2× Nagurski winner
• Three NFL Draft picks
• Multiple All‑Americans
• A foundational transfer star
• Over 10,000 yards of combined offensive production
• Over 700 career tackles
• Nearly 50 career sacks

But more than the numbers, they brought:

• Identity
• Leadership
• Swagger
• Championship expectations

They didn’t just play for Texas A&M — they changed Texas A&M.

Final Word
The 2026 class will be remembered as the spark that ignited the Aggies’ rise to national prominence. They arrived with talent, left with hardware, and built a legacy that future classes will chase for decades.

This wasn’t just a recruiting class.
It was the beginning of an era.

[djp73]

Time to reload

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Texas A&M 2029 Recruiting Class — Final Round‑Up

Texas A&M 2029 Recruiting Class Recap
Ranked 10th Nationally | 5th in the SEC

Texas A&M has officially wrapped up its 2028 recruiting cycle, and the Aggies closed with one of the most balanced, physical, and defensively loaded classes in the nation. With a blend of explosive athletes, SEC‑ready defenders, and high‑upside trench talent, this class positions A&M to remain a long‑term contender in the SEC.

The Aggies finish with a Top‑10 high school class (10th nationally, 5th SEC) and a transfer portal haul, highlighted by three elite, instant‑impact additions.

Four‑Star Headliners

ATH Sam Vaeao — 6'2, 230 — Miami, FL
4★ | NAT: 78 | POS: 1
A violent, explosive athlete who can play LB, EDGE, or hybrid roles. Vaeao is one of the most versatile defenders in the class and a future tone‑setter.

WILL Joshua Ganaway — 6'3, 218 — Powder Springs, GA
4★ | NAT: 90 | POS: 10
A rangy, athletic linebacker with elite pursuit speed. Ganaway brings modern SEC linebacker traits.

DT Deon Harris — 6'3, 308 — Murfreesboro, TN
4★ | NAT: 209 | POS: 10
A massive interior anchor with power and leverage. Harris is a plug‑and‑play SEC defensive tackle.

HB Kenya Yeboah — 5'9, 190 — Yoakum, TX
4★ | NAT: 216 | POS: 34
A shifty, explosive back with elite acceleration. Yeboah adds juice to the backfield.

ATH Torrian Swope — 6'1, 225 — Miami, FL
4★ | NAT: 231 | POS: 40
A physical multipurpose athlete who can play LB, S, or offensive H‑back.

EDGE Josh Licata — 6'6, 223 — Wichita Falls, TX
4★ | NAT: 272 | POS: 18
A long, twitchy pass rusher with elite upside. Licata is a future impact EDGE.

MIKE Brian Paul — 5'11, 230 — Marshall, TX
4★ | NAT: 300 | POS: 21
A downhill, instinctive middle linebacker who fits A&M’s defensive identity.

HB Jeff Smalls — 5'9, 208 — Bradenton, FL
4★ | NAT: 343 | POS: 61
A compact, powerful runner with great balance and vision.

SS DeMario Reeves — 6'1, 199 — Paris, TX
4★ | NAT: 358 | POS: 6
A physical, rangy strong safety with elite run‑support traits.

FS Kenyon Vernon — 6'0, 196 — Waco, TX
4★ | NAT: 359 | POS: 10
A smooth, instinctive free safety with excellent ball skills.

HB Connor Bush — 5'10, 212 — Cuero, TX
4★ | NAT: 422 | POS: 73
A tough, downhill runner who adds depth and physicality.

EDGE Isaiah Stokes — 6'3, 236 — New Orleans, LA
4★ | NAT: 427 | POS: 41
A high‑motor pass rusher with strong hands and closing speed.

Three‑Star Upside & Depth Additions

OG Keegan Gilliman — 6'1, 299 — Murfreesboro, TN
3★ | NAT: 491 | POS: 31

OT Andre Gwacham — 6'7, 290 — Cypress, TX
3★ | NAT: 551 | POS: 37

QB Ben Lopes — 6'0, 174 — Atlanta, GA
3★ | NAT: 606 | POS: 31

DT George Saavedra — 6'1, 316 — Huntsville, TX
3★ | NAT: 613 | POS: 31

OT Scott Linkenbach — 6'7, 287 — McKinney, TX
3★ | NAT: 666 | POS: 43

OG Quincy Umenyiora — 6'4, 286 — Memphis, TN
3★ | NAT: 799 | POS: 45

WR Peter Canty — 5'6, 175 — Mansfield, TX
3★ | NAT: 943 | POS: 178

WR Manny Nall — 5'9, 183 — Miami, FL
3★ | NAT: 998 | POS: 189

MIKE Garrison Culliver — 6'3, 222 — Port Neches, TX
3★ | NAT: 1231 | POS: 78

ATH Lamar Baylak — 5'11, 243 — Killeen, TX
3★ | NAT: 1481 | POS: 97

CB Jacques Goings — 5'11, 185 — Miami, FL
3★ | NAT: 1644 | POS: 122

OT Eric Huerta — 6'5, 294 — Spring, TX
3★ | NAT: 1684 | POS: 107

EDGE Oscar Lincoln — 6'3, 225 — Miami, FL
3★ | NAT: 1701 | POS: 147

High School Class Ranking
10th Nationally | 5th in the SEC

A deep, physical, defensive‑heavy class with elite linebacker and safety talent.

Transfer Portal Additions
Texas A&M didn’t just reload through high school recruiting — they landed three of the most impactful transfers in the entire country.

CB Trestin Castro — 6'1, 195 — TR (JR) — from USC
4★ | NAT: 2 | POS: 1
One of the top transfer corners in the nation. Castro brings length, instincts, and shutdown ability.

EDGE Jared Smith — 6'6, 266 — TR (JR) — from Auburn
4★ | NAT: 9 | POS: 1
A massive, explosive pass rusher with SEC experience. Smith is an instant starter and impact defender.

TE Alex Correa — 6'2, 207 — TR (SO) — from Ohio State
4★ | NAT: 38 | POS: 1
A smooth, athletic tight end with strong hands and route running. Correa fills a major offensive need.

Transfer Class Ranking
112th Nationally | 14th SEC
Small in quantity — elite in quality.

Final Verdict
This 2029 class is:

• Elite at linebacker and safety
• Loaded with EDGE talent
• Deep along the offensive and defensive lines
• Balanced with multiple offensive weapons
• Boosted by three instant‑impact transfers

Texas A&M closes the cycle with a class built to sustain SEC contention and replace the stars lost from recent championship‑caliber rosters.

[The Hunted]

Time to reload

No doubt about it. A class like that leaves a crater, but it also clears the runway for the next wave to take over. The stars have moved on, the production is gone, and the depth chart just got real — but this is where programs with real backbone show who they are. The foundation is still strong, the young talent is ridiculous, and the portal is about to get very familiar with College Station again.

Reloading isn’t a setback here. It’s the expectation.

[supahotfire]

yeboah looks like a fun prospect to follow