Ryan Brauninger

Ryan Brauninger

Recruiting & Baseball Analyst

Ryan joined TexAgs in August of 2015. A college baseball player at McNeese State (Class of '09), he moved to College Station in 2010 to pursue a Master's in sport management at Texas A&M. Since receiving his degree, Ryan has been active in the youth sports scene in the Brazos Valley, the state, and region — including a summer stint with USA Baseball. He is a member of the TexAgs Recruiting team and a baseball analyst.

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In-Home Visit: Kaden McCarty picks A&M over other Lone Star finalists

Football Recruiting ⋅ 4 hrs ago by TexAgs Recruiting

2027 defensive end Kaden McCarty had a final five full of schools in the Lone Star State, but in the end, the Cy Falls standout picked the Fightin' Texas Aggies. Our TexAgs Recruiting duo details the McCarty addition as Texas A&M's 2027 class is growing more and more impressive.

2027 Cy Fall EDGE Kaden McCarty commits to Texas A&M

Football Recruiting ⋅ 4 hrs ago by Ryan Brauninger

Mike Elko and the Fightin' Texas Aggies picked up a big-time addition to the class of 2027 as Cy Falls EDGE Kaden McCarty has committed to Texas A&M. The Aggies won out for McCarty over the like of Texas, Texas Tech, Baylor and Houston.

Reminder: Kaden McCarty decision today at 5:30 PM

Football Recruiting ⋅ 13 hrs ago by Ryan Brauninger

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Incoming freshmen unable to participate in practice

Football Recruiting ⋅ 13 hrs ago by Ryan Brauninger

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Highlights: South Oak Cliff blanks Port Neches-Groves to move on

Football Recruiting ⋅ 2 days ago by Ryan Brauninger

The South Oak Cliff playoff train kept rolling along on Friday night as they shut out Port Neches-Groves in front of a rowdy crowd in Bryan. TexAgs was on hand for the matchup between the Golden Bears and Indians, and now, we bring you some of the highlights

TexAgs HS Football Thread: Regional Finals

Football Recruiting ⋅ 3 days ago by Ryan Brauninger

Texas A&M football's 2026 Signing Class Superlatives

Football Recruiting ⋅ 3 days ago by TexAgs Recruiting

The ink is drying on Mike Elko’s first complete signing class as the Aggies signed 29 prospects, with all but one enrolling in January. Following the Early Signing Period, the TexAgs recruiting team of Ryan Brauninger, Jason Howell and Cade Draughon hand out some class superlatives.

10 weeks until Opening Day - Aggie baseball discussion

3 days ago by Ryan Brauninger

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B-Team: Celebrating national cookie day, CFP committee complaints & more

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 4 days ago by Ryan Brauninger

Late afternoons are for the B-Team as Ryan Brauninger and the crew join you on the drive home each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoon! On Episode 43 of the B-Team, Brauny and Richard Zane had too many calories and sugars on National Cookie Day and more.

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Defensive tackle DJ Hicks views regular-season finale as a way to learn

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 4 days ago by Ryan Brauninger

DJ Hicks has appeared in all 12 games this fall and owns 22 total tackles, 6.5 tackles and three sacks on his record in 2025. On The Huddle, the sophomore defensive tackle spoke about learning through adversity at Texas, looking forward to the playoffs and more.

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Young cornerback Deyjhon Pettaway is seeing his game improve

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 4 days ago by Ryan Brauninger

A true freshman from Katy Paetow, cornerback Deyjhon Pettaway has appeared in one game this fall as the Aggies have their sights set on the College Football Playoff. On The Huddle, Pettaway spoke about information he's learning as a youngster, working with the Aggie DBs and more.

Names added to 2026 commit list

4 days ago by Ryan Brauninger

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In-Home Visit: Carsyn Baker joins '26 class during early signing period

Football Recruiting ⋅ 4 days ago by TexAgs Recruiting

Mike Elko and the Aggies have made an addition to their 2026 class late in the cycle as Fairburn (GA) Langston Hughes tailback Carsyn Baker has committed to Texas A&M. Our TexAgs Recruiting duo details the 6-foot-1, 200-pounder following his Thursday announcement.

Note on an upcoming 2027 decision

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 days ago by Ryan Brauninger

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B-Team: Bonus recruiting coverage on Early Signing Day 2025

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 days ago by TexAgs Recruiting

Late afternoons are for the B-Team as Ryan Brauninger and the crew join you on the drive home each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoon! On Episode 42 of the B-Team, we focused all of our attention on Texas A&M recruiting as the Early Signing Period is officially open.

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Freshman Tiger Riden Jr. is learning more and more about the game

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 5 days ago by Ryan Brauninger

A youngster from DeSoto, true freshman running back Tiger Riden Jr. has appeared in four games and has 11 carries for 45 yards and a touchdown on the year. On The Huddle, Riden spoke about learning throughout the fall, the love in "the stable" and more.

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WATCH HERE: Early Signing Day Show

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 days ago by TexAgs

Featuring analysis from Billy Liucci, Jamie McCoy, Brandon Leone and Ryan Brauninger, TexAgs presents its three-hour Signing Day special in video form as Texas A&M football welcomes its 2026 recruiting class.

LIVE: The 18th annual TexAgs National Signing Day Show

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 days ago by TexAgs

Follow along live as TexAgs presents its 18th annual National Signing Day Show, featuring interviews with 2026 signees and high school coaches and analysis from Billy Liucci, Jamie McCoy, Brandon Leone and Ryan Brauninger.

Aggies in on Carsyn Baker

6 days ago by Ryan Brauninger

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B-Team: Coaching carousel hits high gear, quotable movies & more

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 6 days ago by Ryan Brauninger

Late afternoons are for the B-Team as Ryan Brauninger and the crew join you on the drive home each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoon! On Episode 41 of the B-Team, Brauny and Richard Zane discuss the coaching carousel craziness over the weekend.