The Aggie defense still showed the propensity to give up the big play in Saturday's win over the Gamecocks at Kyle Field, but a smothering fourth quarter effort helped Texas A&M put the game away late.

Replacing the number one pick in the 2017 NFL Draft, Myles Garrett, is one of the biggest questions surrounding the Aggies heading into next season. Even with the eventual top pick, the Ags struggled at times on defense last season. Will a new star or new scheme help John Chavis and company?

With Texas A&M's spring practices in the rearview, Billy Liucci takes an all-encompassing look at the changes the Aggie Football program has undergone over the last few weeks. In the end-cap of his two-part series, Billy delves into WR Kirk Merritt's future, spring camp distinctions and more.

Texas A&M defensive backs coach Ron Cooper brought a strong pedigree with him to College Station. By teaching his players to understand the game on a deeper level, he hopes to add the Aggie secondary to his long list of triumphs.

Ron Cooper is one of the new faces in the A&M locker room this year, and he's attempting to instill confidence and aggressiveness in the Aggie defensive backs. Cooper talked about reuniting with John Chavis, young impact players and more after practice.

A rainy day in Aggieland forced the team inside for their third spring workout, but there was still plenty to see during the open period of practice, including changes in defensive alignments and impressive young wide receivers.

Former Texas A&M head coach Jackie Sherrill joined the program to talk about newly hired DB's coach Ron Cooper, who coached under Sherrill. Sherrill talks about defensive philosophies, what to expect from the new hire, and much more.

Per sources, Kevin Sumlin has added Ron Cooper to the Texas A&M staff as his defensive backs coach. The one-time LSU assistant and former Louisville head coach will arrive in Aggieland next week.