Gavin Stansbury

Stansbury leaves team, A&M confirms; Davis suspended

9 yr ago by Beau Holder

Citing personal reasons, Aggie head coach Kevin Sumlin on Monday announced the departure of senior defensive end Gavin Stansbury from the team. A&M also confirmed redshirt freshman Victor Davis' arrest.

In the Trenches: Tough defensive lines abound in the SEC

9 yr ago by Olin Buchanan

The Southeastern Conference has developed a reputation for having strong defenses throughout the conference. Those defenses start upfront with a bevy of talented players along the defensive line.

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30 Players in 30 Days: #12 - Gavin Stansbury

9 yr ago by TexAgs Radio

Senior defensive end Gavin Stansbury looks to be a game one starter on the strong side on an improving A&M defenisve line. However, his offseason arrest could potentially keep him off the field come August.

Spring Takeaways: Defense, Part I

10 yr ago by Billy Liucci

On a unit that needed improvements as badly as any, mere progress was the name of the game during the spring. Instead, a few Aggies in particular made the kinds of leaps that could portend major improvement.

Make or break spring in store for Taylor brothers, D-line?

10 yr ago by Olin Buchanan

The Aggies march on in pursuit of adding talented bodies to a defensive line that ended 2013 in need of assistance. Will a few get left behind in the process? Spring is their chance to show the coaches otherwise.

Thoughts & observations from spring camp week 1

10 yr ago by Billy Liucci

The Aggies head into Spring Break with a full five practices under their belt, during which a mix of veterans and incoming talent has already begun to emerge. Liucci comprehensively recaps the early developments.

The New Guard: Pieces for a defensive turnaround

10 yr ago by Olin Buchanan

The 2013 defense, which couldn't stop much of anything, is a forgettable affair. But all a rebound needs, legendary A&M coach R.C. Slocum says, is difference-makers — and the Ags may now have that covered.

Spring Outlook 2014: Defensive ends

10 yr ago by Billy Liucci

The Aggies' future on the edges is bright but the picture entering spring practice is murky. A pivotal camp awaits for four upperclassmen, all of whom must show something before A&M's lauded freshmen arrive.

Missouri 28, Texas A&M 21: Defense in review

10 yr ago by Billy Liucci

The Aggies' season met a disheartening end in Columbia, but the blame could not fall on the defense's shoulders. In putting on its best performance of the season, the unit shed rays of hope going forward.

LSU 34, Texas A&M 10: Defense in review

10 yr ago by Billy Liucci

The Aggies didn't hold up for long against the Tigers' punishing ground game, as many expected. They did force early stops that the offense failed to take advantage of. A&M will take a mixed bag to Columbia.

Louisiana Aggies dialed in to head back home

10 yr ago by Olin Buchanan

Leaders at each level of Texas A&M's defense hail from neighboring Louisiana, many brought to Aggieland after a pass from hometown LSU. With A&M preparing to head to Baton Rouge, they haven't forgotten.

Post-Game Review: Texas A&M 51, Mississippi State 41

10 yr ago by Olin Buchanan

Johnny Manziel put on a show in what may have been his final game on Kyle Field, tallying 493 total yards and five touchdowns. Malcome Kennedy and Travis Labhart also caught a pair of touchdown passes each.

Show & Tell: A&M's strides face Mississippi State test

10 yr ago by Olin Buchanan

That the Aggies are carrying the look of a much better team after the past two weeks is not in question. How legitimate their leap is, though, just might be. Can they replicate it against a respectable MSU squad?

Texas A&M 57, UTEP 7: Defense in review

10 yr ago by Billy Liucci

Two weeks, two increasingly strong defensive performances. Is the easy explanation merely lackluster competition? For a unit that suddenly has multiple players surging, the answer may lie more in the middle.

Cover Story: Checklist complete in comfortable win

10 yr ago by Billy Liucci

Against a weak opponent, A&M's goals ran deeper than merely winning big. With another strong defensive showing and significant action for their freshmen, the Aggies can face a defining stretch with confidence.

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Quotes, Notes & Video: Texas A&M 57, UTEP 7

10 yr ago by TexAgs Studios

Entering as heavy favorites and leaving with a decisive victory that allowed plenty of time for the backups, the Aggies breezed through the Miners and discussed the takeaways in the postgame press conference.

With weekend's approach, all eyes on defense

10 yr ago by Olin Buchanan

Defensive play in the SEC has stabilized despite facing stronger offenses than those featured in many other conferences; it's likely to continue in a week of skewed matchups. Who's on upset watch in Week 10?

Texas A&M vs. UTEP: Players to watch

10 yr ago by Billy Liucci

The Aggies are heavy favorites, but Saturday's contest is not without subplots. Which players may surprise with 100-yard games? Who will start? And who has the power to help continue the defense's upward climb?

Texas A&M 56, Vanderbilt 24: Defense in review

10 yr ago by Billy Liucci

Those who watched the Aggie defense on Saturday were treated to a sight for sore eyes. Combining big plays and solid games from veteran leaders and talented freshmen, A&M took a significant step forward.

Cover Story: A corner turned in Aggieland

10 yr ago by Billy Liucci

If Saturday's blowout looked familiar, perhaps it should. With Johnny Manziel's grit and talent topped only by a resurgent defensive showing, A&M regained last year's form and provided hope for the current one.