A force of perpetual destruction along the defensive front, DeMarvin Leal affects the game no matter where he lines up. One of the Aggies' two first-team preseason All-Americans, Leal is player number 2 in our 21 Players in 21 Days.

Isaiah Spiller broke through in 2020, piling up over 100 yards per game en route to All-SEC honors. Spiller has rushed for nearly 2,000 yards in his first two seasons and has scored 19 touchdowns, and he's player number 3 in our 21 Players in 21 Days.

Ainias Smith flashed something special in the 2019 Texas Bowl after an emergency move to running back, then last season exploded as a jack-of-all-trades who can score from anywhere, anytime. An electric weapon for the Aggies, he's player No. 4 in our 21 Players in 21 Days.

In his first two seasons on campus, Jalen Wydermyer has established himself as one of Texas A&M's most dangerous weapons and one of the top tight ends in the country. A likely All-American, Wydermyer pops the top on the top five in our 21 Players in 21 Days.

A fully healthy Demani Richardson should help solidify an already stout Texas A&M defense as a junior in 2021. The junior safety comes in at #6 on our 21 Players in 21 Days list as he could potentially play his way into All-SEC contention.

After starting all 10 games in 2020, cornerback Jaylon Jones returns with experience added to his elite talent ready to emerge as one of the SEC's best. Jones is player number 7 in our 21 Players in 21 Days.

In the shadows of Isaiah Spiller and Ainias Smith early in 2020, Devon Achane emerged as a legitimate star by the time he hoisted the Orange Bowl MVP trophy. Sure to play a bigger role in 2021, Devon Achane is player number 8 in our 21 Players in 21 Days.

Sometimes overlooked in conversations about A&M's exciting weapons at skill positions, sophomore receiver Chase Lane is a legitimate big-play threat for the Aggies. Lane is player number 9 in our 21 Players in 21 Days.

Leon O'Neal is a bit of an enigmatic figure because of his Twitter presence and his tendency to always go big. Overlooked in much of the conversation about O'Neal's off-the-field energy is his steady development into a reliable SEC safety.

Myles Jones was one of several Aggies to elect to return for a 'super' senior season, taking advantage of an extra year of eligibility. His skill and experience will be an asset to an A&M defense that now boasts a talented, tested secondary as a team strength.

After suffering a season-ending injury against Florida last year, wide receiver Caleb Chapman is poised for a breakout season. Alongside an array of weapons the Aggies have on offense, Chapman could play a key role on the field for the Aggies in 2021.

Jayden Peevy opted to return for another season of Aggie football and provides size, experience, and playmaking ability on the inside for the Texas A&M defense. The veteran leader is player #13 in our 21 Players in 21 Days.

Despite having an invitation to the Senior Bowl, linebacker Aaron Hansford decided to return to Texas A&M for his senior season. As the Aggies look to replace Buddy Johnson in the middle of their defense, Hansford is expected to play a big role for the Maroon & White.

McKinnley Jackson was a big recruiting win for Jimbo Fisher, and he proved ready to be a factor as a true freshman in 2020. This season the #15 player on our 21 Players in 21 days list has the chance to fill Bobby Brown's shoes and then some.

One of the few questions surrounding Mike Elko's defense heading into 2021 is who will start opposite DeMarvin Leal at defensive end. Two of the top candidates are experienced veterans Tyree Johnson and Micheal Clemons, and they share the 16th spot in our 21 in 21 series.

After limited playing time in the 2020 season, defensive back Antonio Johnson looks to break out in the secondary, and his size and speed make it likely he'll see a lot more playing time in 2021. Johnson comes in at No. 17 in our 21 Players in 21 Days series.

For the first time in years, there's a quarterback battle in College Station as Haynes King and Zach Calzada vie to be the Aggies' signal-caller. With a starter not yet named, King and Calzada share the 18th spot on our 21 Players in 21 Days countdown.

A former five-star recruit in the class of 2020, wide receiver Demond Demas came to Aggieland with lofty expectations, and while he didn't produce as a freshman, Demas could become a game-changer in his second year in Maroon & White.