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.

Around CFB: 2026 is already off to an insane start

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 7 hrs ago by Olin Buchanan

Perhaps the only thing crazier than Britney Spears in 2007 was the college football season with 62 crazy upsets that included FOUR (4) No. 1 teams losing. However, one full week into 2026, the dramatics and storylines both on and off the field seem to indicate we're in for an insane fall.

11:45

TexAgs Rewind (9/9)

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 9 hrs ago by TexAgs Live

Wednesday's edition of the rewind heard TexAgs columnist and Heisman Trophy voter Olin Buchanan, football analyst John Harris, Recruiting Country with Jason Howell and SEC Network host Peter Burns.

A seesaw start for Texas A&M's rebuilt offensive line

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

Texas A&M's offensive line had an up-and-down performance in Week 1 against Missouri State. In the first half, the Aggies had some issues up front, but in the second half, the refocused unit paved the way for a 50-0 victory.

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9:37

TexAgs Rewind (9/8)

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 1 day ago by TexAgs Live

Tuesday's edition of the rewind heard the GO Hour with TexAgs columnist Olin Buchanan, former Arizona State and NFL safety Darren Woodson, TexAgs college football contributor Connor O'Gara and former Texas A&M defensive back Jordan Pugh.

Elko appreciates the 'underappreciated' Reed

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 2 days ago by Olin Buchanan

In his second season as the full-time starter, senior quarterback Marcel Reed is climbing the all-time passing lists at A&M, yet his impact and abilities are often disrespected. Aggie head coach Mike Elko is not among the detractors, as he called for more appreciation of the underappreciated Reed.

11:44

TexAgs Rewind (9/7)

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

Monday's edition of the rewind heard TexAgs columnist Olin Buchanan, former NFL quarterback Sean Salisbury and TexAgs co-owner and executive editor Billy Liucci.

Learned, Loved, Loathed: Texas A&M 50, Missouri State 0

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

A stout second half and suffocating defense propelled eighth-ranked Texas A&M to a season-opening shutout of Missouri State underneath the lights of Kyle Field. Olin Buchanan shares what he learned, loved and loathed about A&M's Week 1 victory.

Strong second half secures comfortable season-opening win

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

Saturday night's season opener against Missouri State was fitting for a top-10 football team as the eighth-ranked Aggies look to build upon momentum from last year. Mike Elko & Co. used a momentous second-half performance to secure a comfortable 50-0 victory over Missouri State.

A&M's process of maintaining excellence begins vs. Missouri State

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

In 2025, Texas A&M was one of 12 teams to make the College Football Playoff as Mike Elko attained his first degree of excellence as the Aggies' head coach. His task and goal this fall is to maintain that level of excellence, and that begins on Saturday night against Missouri State.

10:43

TexAgs Rewind (9/4)

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 5 days ago by TexAgs Live

Friday's edition of the rewind heard legendary Texas A&M head football coach R.C. Slocum join the GO Hour, host of That SEC podcast SEC Mike, TexAgs co-owner & executive editor Billy Liucci and The Final Countdown with Steve and Seth McKinney.

Key Matchups: No. 8 Texas A&M vs. Missouri State

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

No. 8 Texas A&M is set to open the 2026 season under the lights of Kyle Field as the Missouri State Bears come to Aggieland for the first time ever. Olin Buchanan details the in-game matchups that will have the greatest impact on Saturday's non-conference contest.

15:45

R.C. Slocum joins TexAgs Live ahead of statue reveal

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 5 days ago by David Nuño

The winningest head football coach in Texas A&M history, R.C. Slocum will be honored with a statue outside the north end of Kyle Field on Friday. The living legend joined TexAgs Live to speak on the honor, talk some Aggie football and more.

SEC Round-Up: Finding dishonor in defending the SEC's honor

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 6 days ago by Olin Buchanan

Football kicks off in the Southeastern Conference this weekend, but the league is currently defending its honor in a Louisiana courtroom. It's such an important week for the future of college athletics, and commissioner Greg Sankey is likely rooting against an SEC member.

10:33

TexAgs Rewind (9/3)

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 6 days ago by TexAgs Live

Thursday's edition of the rewind featured former TexAgs columnist and Heisman Trophy voter Olin Buchanan, Texas A&M quarterback Stephen McGee, Missouri State head football coach Casey Woods and The Fan Show.

Players to Watch: No. 8 Texas A&M vs. Missouri State

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 6 days ago by Olin Buchanan

The Fightin' Texas Aggies host the Missouri State Bears on Saturday evening to officially open Mike Elko's third season in College Station. With the 2026 campaign on deck, Olin Buchanan identifies a handful of players to keep an eye on from both the Aggies and Bears.

4:29

McGee discusses Week 1 expectations, storylines & recruiting

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 6 days ago by David Nuño

Game day in Aggieland is only two days away, and Stephen McGee is ready to see the Aggies in action. The former QB1 joined TexAgs Live on Thursday to discuss recent quotes from Marcel Reed, his Week 1 stat predictions for A&M and the debate over portal players vs. recruiting.

Around CFB: Who could be this year's Indiana?

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 7 days ago by Olin Buchanan

In 2025, Indiana became just the fifth team in the last 25 years to win the national title after beginning the season outside the AP's top 10. The year before, the Hoosiers were considered a "deep sleeper" to make the College Football Playoff. Could someone replicate that path in 2026?

11:48

TexAgs Rewind (9/2)

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 7 days ago by TexAgs Live

Wednesday's edition of the rewind heard former Texas A&M tight end Max Wright, USA Today's Blake Toppmeyer, Recruiting Country with Jason Howell and SEC Network host Peter Burns.

6:16

Culture established under Elko has Max Wright 'pumped' for this fall

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 7 days ago by David Nuño

With Week 1's home opener vs. Missouri State just three days away, Texas A&M former tight end Max Wright joined us on Wednesday's edition of TexAgs Live to discuss the foundation Mike Elko & Co. have built ahead of 2026's nine-game SEC slate.

Reaching the defensive ceiling relies on 'execution'

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 8 days ago by Olin Buchanan

Last season, Texas A&M ranked 18th and 36th nationally in total defense and scoring, respectively, but the Aggies believe their ceiling is even higher this fall. For safety and team captain Marcus Ratcliffe, it comes down to one word: Execution.