Texas A&M vs. Rice (FOOTBALL, 8-31-2013)

Honeycutt talks first start, progress & transition

11 yr ago by Gabe Bock

Fresh off the first start of his Texas A&M career, safety Clay Honeycutt explained the feeling of prepping for a special game day, his transition from quarterback to defensive back, being an Aggie legacy and more.

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The Fightin' Texas Aggie Band returns to Kyle

11 yr ago by TexAgs Studios

Watch the full halftime performance as the Aggie Band takes the field in its 2013 season debut.

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Jackie Sherrill looks back at Rice, Manziel's frustrations

11 yr ago by Gabe Bock

The famed former Aggie head coach joined Gabe Bock on Tuesday's edition of TexAgs Radio to look back at the Aggies' 52-31 victory over the Rice Owls, talk about the drama surrounding Johnny Manziel and more.

Texas A&M 52, Rice 31: Defense in review

11 yr ago by Billy Liucci

Two. At the outset of Saturday's game, that was the amount of starters with significant previous reps A&M was able to put on the field. Is what followed the precursor to rapid improvement, or cause for concern?

Texas A&M 52, Rice 31: Offense & special teams review

11 yr ago by Billy Liucci

The Aggies had their share of problems in Saturday's victory, but the offense couldn't be blamed for them. With Johnny Manziel or without, the early returns were significant of a unit that will be elite once again.

Cover Story: Short-handed win buys time to prepare

11 yr ago by Billy Liucci

Pretty? No. Encouraging? At times, hardly. Yet, in consideration of the circumstances, the most important takeaway from Texas A&M's season-opening win against Rice isn't what to reflect on, but what comes next.

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Post-game wrap with Brandon Leone & Seth McKinney

11 yr ago by Gabe Bock

Following Saturday's season-opening, 52-31 victory against Rice, two former Texas A&M players joined Gabe Bock at the TexAgs office overlooking Kyle Field to break down the game and the big takeaways.

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Quotes, Notes & Video: Texas A&M 52, Rice 31

11 yr ago by TexAgs Studios

Even in an easy victory, the Aggies on Saturday left plenty to talk about. Kevin Sumlin and his players gave their take on A&M's wave of suspensions, Johnny Manziel's return, newcomers and more after the game.

Photo Gallery: Texas A&M 52, Rice 31

11 yr ago by TexAgs Studios

A painful offseason wait came to an end on Saturday with the beginning of the most anticipated season in A&M's history. Follow the Aggies' return to Kyle Field in the season-opening victory with the best shots.

Good, bad & ugly mark season-opening win

11 yr ago by Olin Buchanan

With or without several suspended players, Texas A&M was the better team in a 52-31 victory on Saturday. Indeed, the No. 6 Aggies opened the season 1-0. But will the self-inflicted issues Saturday revealed linger?

Post-Game Review: Texas A&M 52, Rice 31

11 yr ago by Olin Buchanan

Lacking several defensive starters, the Aggies nonetheless rebounded from an early deficit to take a lead into halftime and never relinquished it. Johnny Manziel threw three touchdowns in his second-half return.

Texas A&M vs. Rice: Key Matchups

11 yr ago by Billy Liucci

Though the talent edge heavily favors the No. 6 Aggies, the unusual angles permeating Saturday's game make a number of on-field battles worth keeping an eye on. Which ones may be closer than expected?

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Video Preview: Rice vs. #6 Texas A&M

11 yr ago by TexAgs Studios

The Aggies kick the tires on the 2013 season when they welcome Rice to Kyle Field at high noon on Saturday in a battle of former SWC foes. Click here for a video preview to get you ready for the contest.

Texas A&M vs. Rice: Players to Watch

11 yr ago by Billy Liucci

While the hoopla surrounding Saturday's game concerns Johnny Manziel, a number of playmakers on both sides of the line of scrimmage will have a direct impact on the outcome. Who's poised for a strong Game 1?

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TexAgs Maroon and White Report: Week 1

11 yr ago by TexAgs Studios

Storylines abound in week one of the 2013 season. Watch as Gabe Bock, Kayce Smith and Dustin Harris preview the season opener against the Rice Owls in this episode of the Maroon and White Report.

Thoughts on quarterback situation vs. Rice

11 yr ago by Billy Liucci

With Johnny Manziel sidelined for the first half of Saturday's game, one of the Aggies' two backup QBs will be called into action. The question is, who? And come the third quarter, how much Manziel will A&M see?

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Rice Head Coach David Bailiff previews A&M game

11 yr ago by Gabe Bock

The head coach of the Rice University Owls joined Gabe Bock and Homer Jacobs on TexAgs Radio to look at Saturday's season opener at Kyle Field, talk Johnny Manziel, his hopes for his team in 2013 and much more.

Manziel to miss first half of Rice game

11 yr ago by Billy Liucci

As TexAgs.com lead analyst Billy Liucci first reported on the TexAgs Premium board, Texas A&M sophomore quarterback Johnny Manziel will be suspended for the first half of the Aggies' season opener on Saturday.

Early Returns: Freshmen set for impact on defense

11 yr ago by Olin Buchanan

Lauded almost universally, the 2013 signing class gave Texas A&M much-needed talent and depth. There's no doubt several of the newcomers will play in 2013. But how many, how soon ... and how extensively?

Top 10 quotes from Week 1 press conference

11 yr ago by Gabe Bock

Kevin Sumlin, his coordinators and several of Texas A&M's leaders sat before the mike on Tuesday to welcome the first game week of the 2013 season. With so much to discuss, which replies stood out?