Around Texas: A round-up of recruiting news in the Lone Star State
The high school and college football seasons might be over, but recruiting never stops. It is time to take a look at the latest happenings on the Lone Star state recruiting front as the offseason ensues.
Week Two's Overnight Sensation: Antonio Johnson, Defensive Back
This week's Overnight Sensation is sophomore defensive back Antonio Johnson, whose strong play helped the Aggies prevail over Colorado in a defensive dog fight. The East St. Louis, Ill., native logged nine tackles and two pass breakups at the all-important nickel position.
Cover Story: Tight game in Denver should serve as wake-up call for Aggies
Nothing came easy for the Texas A&M offense on Saturday night, but fortunately, the Aggie defense stood tall in a 10-7 win over Colorado. The contest was as close as they come, but the escape act could serve as a wake-up call for the highly-ranked Ags.
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No. 5 A&M combines late magic with defensive dominance to survive in Denver
Trailing 7-3 late, No. 5 Texas A&M turned to Zach Calzada for a late score, and the inexperienced QB delivered to help the Aggies overcome an upset-minded Colorado team, 10-7, as the offense did just enough to uphold a stellar defensive performance.
Post Game Review: No. 5 Texas A&M 10, Colorado 7
Exhale. Texas A&M escaped Denver with a 10-7 victory over Colorado after an excruciating afternoon for the Aggie offense. QB Haynes King was lost early to injury, and Zach Calzada struggled before engineering the game-winning drive late in the fourth quarter.
Aggies aim to validate ranking, reverse losing streak in Centennial State
Texas A&M has lost their last three football games in Colorado, faltering to the Buffaloes in Boulder in 2001, 2005 and 2009. As the series shifts to Denver, the Aggies are focused on ending that bad run in the Centennial State as well as validating a high ranking.
Key Matchups: No. 5 Texas A&M vs. Colorado
No. 5 Texas A&M hits the road this weekend to face the Colorado Buffaloes on Saturday afternoon at Empower Field in Denver. Ahead of kickoff, Billy Liucci analyzes the key matchups to keep an eye on as the Ags take on the Buffs.
Attitude on Altitude: A&M looks to minimize effects of playing at Mile High
Whether or not the high altitude will have any negative effects on Texas A&M football is a question the Aggies have faced as they prepare to play Colorado in Denver on Saturday. Jimbo Fisher says he has never had an issue playing in altitude and expects the Aggies to be fine.
No. 5 Texas A&M vs. Colorado: Players to Watch
Texas A&M will look to start the season 2-0 against former Big 12 opponent Colorado this weekend after handily defeating Kent State in the season opener. Ahead of Saturday's contest in Denver, Olin Buchanan identifies a handful of players to keep an eye on this weekend.
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The Mr. Clean approach: Fisher aims to correct A&M's Week One issues
Texas A&M rolled to a comfortbale 31-point win over Kent State in Week One, but a few "issues" have been exposed - namely turnovers and the Aggies' run defense. Jimbo Fisher is confident the Maroon & White can clean up those mistakes moving forward.
