Jason Howell

Senior Recruiting Analyst

Jason joined TexAgs in May of 2016 as a senior recruiting analyst. He came to TexAgs after a 13-year stint at Rivals.com in various roles and capacities. Most recently, he served as a Mid-South Regional Recruiting Analyst, covering recruiting throughout the four-state region of Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Arkansas. A native of Stuttgart, Arkansas, Jason graduated from Baylor University with a BBA in Economics.

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Highlights: DeSoto soars vs. Wylie East as Riden sets multiple records

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 hrs ago by Jason Howell

After a back-and-forth first half, DeSoto was able to pull away for a decisive 51-17 win over Wylie East. Texas A&M commit Deondrae Riden had a record-breaking performance on the night as the Eagles soared, but he was not the only one with a highlight-worthy performance.

Deondrae Riden runs wild and into DeSoto's record books on Thursday

Football Recruiting ⋅ 7 hrs ago by Jason Howell

With 300 yards on the ground and four touchdowns, 2025 Texas A&M running back commit Deondrae Riden ran into DeSoto's record books on Thursday night as "Tiger" claimed the school's career rushing yardage and career all-purpose yardage marks.

Three Things: Signing Day approaching, QB recruiting & more

Football Recruiting ⋅ 12 hrs ago by Jason Howell

As he does every Friday morning, TexAgs' senior recruiting analyst Jason Howell offered up another round of his weekly recruiting thoughts. In this edition of his three things, Howell discussed the latest as A&M searches for a QB in the 2025 class and more.

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Around Texas: A round-up of recruiting news in the Lone Star State

Football Recruiting ⋅ 1 day ago by Jason Howell

College football is in full swing, but recruiting never stops as plenty of moves are being made as things continue to heat up across Texas. It is time to take a look at the latest happenings on the recruiting front from across the Lone Star State.

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TexAgs Rewind (11/20)

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 2 days ago by TexAgs Live

Wednesday's rewind heard The GO Hour with TexAgs columnist Olin Buchanan. TexAgs basketball contributor Tom Schuberth, Former Texas A&M tight end Max Wright and Recruiting Country with TexAgs recruiting analyst Jason Howell.

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Recruiting Country: The latest recruiting news surrounding the Maroon & White

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 2 days ago by Jason Howell

TexAgs' recruiting analyst Jason Howell joined TexAgs Live on Wednesday morning for another edition of Recruiting Country, highlighting the latest news and notes from the recruiting trail surrounding Texas A&M.

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Aggies remain high on 2026 CB Dorian Barney's list after another visit

Football Recruiting ⋅ 2 days ago by Jason Howell

For the second time in as many Texas A&M home games, 2026 cornerback Dorian Barney made the trip to Aggieland to take in another game at Kyle Field. After his most recent visit, Barney spoke to TexAgs about the trip and his future plans to return.

Tuesday notes on Fasusi and Rogers

Football Recruiting ⋅ 3 days ago by Jason Howell

Kyle Field experience tops 2026 DL James Carrington's game day visits

Football Recruiting ⋅ 3 days ago by Jason Howell

The Aggies are among the teams coming on the strongest for 2026 Bishop Gorman (NV) defensive lineman James Carrington, along with Oklahoma, Miami and USC, and over the weekend, he was in College Station to experience game day in Aggieland.

2026 Madden Williams 'definitely' returning to Texas A&M in the future

Football Recruiting ⋅ 4 days ago by Jason Howell

On Saturday, 2026 Bellflower (CA) St. John Bosco WR Madden Williams made his way to College Station to soak in the atmosphere at Kyle Field. Afterward, he spoke to TexAgs about the experience as well as the possibilities of return visits in the future.

Noah Mikhail ready to get back to Aggieland

Football Recruiting ⋅ 4 days ago by Jason Howell

2026 Texas A&M commit Trashawn Ruffin returns to College Station

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 5 days ago by Jason Howell

Calypso (NC) North Duplin 2026 defensive lineman Trashawn Ruffin made quite a few waves when he announced his Texas A&M commitment in October. Over the weekend, the 6-foot-3, 307-pound standout was back in College Station for the first time since his decision.

'Straight excitement': 2027 WR Jeremiah Douglas offered by A&M

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 days ago by Jason Howell

Crandall (TX) 2027 wide receiver Jeremiah Douglas is quickly gaining the attention of college programs across the nation for his long, lean build, fluid stride and advanced skillset. Douglas visited College Station over the weekend for A&M's win over NMSU and left with an offer.

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Highlights: Allen tops Lewisville in physical first-round battle, 17-3

Football Recruiting ⋅ 6 days ago by Jason Howell

On Friday at Eagle Stadium, the Allen Eagles topped the Lewisville Farmers 17-3 in a physical playoff matchup. Defense and special teams played a big role in the contest, with both teams coming through in clutch moments, but Allen was able to pull away in the end.

Three Things: Visitors for this weekend, playoffs get underway & more

Football Recruiting ⋅ 7 days ago by Jason Howell

As he does every Friday morning, TexAgs' senior recruiting analyst Jason Howell offered up another round of his weekly recruiting thoughts. In this edition of his three things, Howell discussed Texas A&M's visitors this weekend, the first round of the playoffs and more.

Around the SEC: Recruiting News & Trends

8 days ago by Jason Howell

It's time to take a look around at the biggest pickups on the recruiting front as well as some of the top recruiting news and notes from around the SEC. Jason Howell details that and more in this week's Around the SEC.

Wednesday Recruiting Notes

9 days ago by Jason Howell

2026 RB KJ Edwards impressed with Texas A&M's coaching staff

Football Recruiting ⋅ 10 days ago by Jason Howell

Carthage (TX) 2026 RB KJ Edwards has been on college radars since his freshman year and is regarded as one of the top playmakers in Texas. After taking in Texas A&M's win over LSU, Edwards sat down with TexAgs to talk about the latest happenings both on and off the field.

Texas A&M currently seeing November results on the recruiting trail

Football Recruiting ⋅ 10 days ago by Jason Howell

It is almost mid-November, and Texas A&M has already welcomed one commitment during the month with the potential to make even more additions. The Aggies currently have time, momentum and opportunity, a combo that tends to lead to results on the recruiting trail.

A couple of weekend visitor notes

Football Recruiting ⋅ 10 days ago by Jason Howell