Elko Inspires 9-0 Aggies to Complete Their Season Strong

Texas A&M continues to showcase an impressive football season, demonstrating resilience and improvement under head coach Mike Elko. After a 38-17 victory over Missouri, the Aggies now boast a 9-0 record, marking the first time they’ve achieved this milestone since 1992.

Historic Aggie Performance

This season, Texas A&M is ranked No. 3 nationally. It has successfully navigated a challenging schedule and remains the only team in the country with three road victories over ranked opponents. Notably, they triumphed over No. 10 Notre Dame in South Bend.

Road Wins and Strong Defense

• Texas A&M has won all four of its road games this season.
• The Aggies’ strong performance includes a recent three-game road trip completed with successes over Arkansas, LSU, and Missouri.
• In the game against Missouri, freshman quarterback Matt Zollers struggled, managing only 77 passing yards.

During the matchup against Missouri, Texas A&M’s defense effectively pressured Zollers, leading to a pivotal fumble. The Aggies’ own quarterback, Marcel Reed, threw for 221 yards and two touchdowns, capitalizing on the defensive efforts.

Key Statistics

Texas A&M’s running game was dominant, rushing for 220 yards in the second half alone, averaging an impressive 9.6 yards per carry. This performance ensured that Missouri never posed a substantial threat after the Aggies established a 14-0 halftime lead.

Finishing Strong

Coach Elko has emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and finishing strong throughout the season. He reflected on Texas A&M’s past struggles and expressed confidence in the team’s potential for future success.

Upcoming Challenges

The Aggies will next face South Carolina, followed by a matchup against Samford. They will conclude the regular season with a high-stakes game against Texas after Thanksgiving.

• Upcoming games:
  • vs. South Carolina (3-6)
  • vs. Samford (1-9)
  • @ Texas (date TBD)

Rueben Owens highlighted the team’s focus on one key goal as they move forward: to finish. After a strong performance against Missouri, where he rushed for 102 yards, Owens stressed the importance of completing their efforts and avoiding past mistakes.

As Texas A&M strives for a perfect season, their commitment to improvement and ability to overcome obstacles have established them as a formidable force in college football.