Mike Elko Appoints New Offensive Coordinator at Texas A&M
The Texas A&M Aggies have named Holmon Wiggins as their new offensive coordinator for the upcoming 2026 season. Head coach Mike Elko made the announcement on Monday, following the recent departure of Collin Klein. Klein took the head coaching position at his alma mater, Kansas State, but will continue as the play-caller during the College Football Playoff starting Saturday against the Miami Hurricanes.
About Holmon Wiggins
Holmon Wiggins, 45, hails from Los Angeles and played running back at the University of New Mexico from 1998 to 2001. After his playing career, he served as a graduate assistant for the Lobos. He has held coaching positions at various universities, including:
- Running backs coach at Illinois State
- Running backs coach at Tulsa
- Wide receivers coach at Memphis (2012)
- Wide receivers coach at Virginia Tech (2016)
Wiggins joined the Texas A&M staff in January 2024 as co-offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach. Prior to this, he gained significant experience at Alabama, where he developed five first-round wide receivers, including:
- DeVonta Smith
- Jerry Jeudy
- Jaylen Waddle
- Henry Ruggs III
- Jameson Williams
Wiggins’ Future Impact
Wiggins’s hiring is expected to enhance Texas A&M’s recruiting efforts. Alabama wide receiver Ryan Williams mentioned on his “New Wave Podcast” that Wiggins was nearly instrumental in convincing him to choose the Aggies over Alabama. “Wigs almost got me,” Williams remarked.
Continuing Offensive Success
Elko highlighted the promotion of Wiggins as a logical step forward for the program. Keeping the offensive scheme largely intact affords continuity, especially for a unit that averaged 36.3 points per game last season. With quarterback Marcel Reed returning for the next season and wide receivers Mario Craver and Ashton Bethel-Roman anticipated to remain, the Aggies aim to maintain their offensive momentum.
Conclusion
Mike Elko’s decision to appoint Holmon Wiggins as the new offensive coordinator marks a significant change for Texas A&M as they prepare for the 2026 season. Wiggins’s experience and reputation bolster the team’s prospects both on the field and in recruiting.
