Olin Buchanan

Columnist

Olin joined TexAgs in July of 2012 as a columnist. He previously was a national college football writer for Rivals.com and Yahoo. A graduate of White Oak High School in East Texas, Olin worked at newspapers in Longview and Tyler before covering the Aggies for the Bryan-College Station Eagle from 1993-95. He also worked at the Austin American-Statesman for 11 years. He is a member of the Football Writers Association of America and a Heisman Trophy voter.

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'Unheralded' Scooby Williams envisioned his big-time showing vs. State

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 5 hrs ago by Olin Buchanan

Before his standout performance vs. Mississippi State in Week 9, Texas A&M junior linebacker Scooby Williams envisioned himself coming away with an interception. Along with the first pick of his career, the Florida transfer also had six tackles, two TFLs and a PBU in the 34-24 win.

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TexAgs Rewind (10/21)

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 10 hrs ago by TexAgs Live

Monday's edition of the rewind heard the GO Hour with TexAgs columnist and Heisman Trophy voter Olin Buchanan, former Texas A&M head coach Jackie Sherrill, Locked On SEC podcast host Chris Gordy and TexAgs co-owner Billy Liucci.

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Jackie Sherrill shares takeaways from A&M's 10-point road win

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 12 hrs ago by David Nuño

It was an up-and-down afternoon for Texas A&M, yet the 14th-ranked Aggies left Starkville with a win to make it six straight this past Saturday. On Monday's edition of TexAgs Live, legendary coach Jackie Sherrill discusses the Aggies' performance against the Bulldogs.

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Learned, Loved, Loathed: Texas A&M 34, Mississippi State 24

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 1 day ago by Olin Buchanan

Texas A&M made big plays when it counted most to come away with its third win in seven trips to Starkville since joining the Southeastern Conference. Olin Buchanan shares what he learned, loved and loathed about the Aggies' performance against the Bulldogs.

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Starkville win generates relief, belief as Texas A&M extends streak

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 1 day ago by Olin Buchanan

Despite not playing "pretty" football, No. 14 Texas A&M pulled off an uncommon feat by defeating Mississippi State 34-24 at Davis Wade Stadium. Now riding a six-game winning streak, the Aggies, defying all odds, continue leading the SEC championship race.

Moss, No. 14 Ags look to pick up where they left off vs. Mississippi State

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 3 days ago by Olin Buchanan

The bye week has come and gone, and now, the 14th-ranked Texas A&M Aggies hope to keep their winning ways rolling when they face Mississippi State at 3:15 p.m. CT on Saturday. Behind the rushing attack of Le'Veon Moss, A&M has rattled off five straight victories.

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TexAgs Rewind (10/18)

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 3 days ago by TexAgs Live

Friday's edition of the rewind heard The GO Hour with Olin Buchanan, That SEC Podcast host Michael Bratton, TexAgs co-owner Billy Liucci and The Final Countdown with Steve McKinney.

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Pick Six: The TexAgs crew picks six games against the spread

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 3 days ago by David Nuño

Billy Liucci, David Nuño, Olin Buchanan, the McKinney brothers, Caroline Fenton and Jamie McCoy pick the top games of the weekend! Will Liucci finish last again? Can Steve beat Seth? Follow all season long and offer your picks in the thread!

Key Matchups: No. 14 Texas A&M at Mississippi State

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 3 days ago by Olin Buchanan

On paper, 14th-ranked Texas A&M appears to have the upper hand on 1-5 Mississippi State, but Saturdays in the SEC are always a battle. With the Aggies looking to end their nightmares in Starkville, Olin Buchanan details the in-game matchups he is keeping an eye on in Week 8.

SEC Round-Up: Too often has the cowbell tolled for A&M's season

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 4 days ago by Olin Buchanan

Starkville has been a problem for the Aggies. Promising seasons have frequently been derailed to the sound of cowbells despite A&M being the superior team. On Saturday, Mike Elko & Co. have the chance to ring in success rather than disappointment at Davis Wade Stadium.

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TexAgs Rewind (10/17)

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 4 days ago by TexAgs Live

Thursday's edition of the rewind heard the GO Hour with Olin Buchanan, former Texas A&M football stars Stephen McGee and Ryan Swope in-studio, former Texas A&M offensive line coach Jim Turner and FOX Sports Radio's Aaron Torres.

Players to Watch: No. 14 Texas A&M at Mississippi State

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 4 days ago by Olin Buchanan

A sixth consecutive victory is in reach as 14th-ranked Texas A&M heads to Starkville looking to garner more momentum in the midst of Southeastern Conference play. Ahead of the bout, Olin Buchanan identifies players from both the Aggies and Bulldogs to keep an eye on.