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Oct 5, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Conner Weigman (15) is tackled by Missouri Tigers wide receiver Luther Burden III (3) in the second quarter at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images.
Texas A&M (5-1, 3-0 SEC) will travel to Starkville (MS) on Saturday afternoon for another SEC road test against Mississippi State (1-5, 0-3 SEC), who are currently last place in the conference standings. Behind freshman quarterback Michael Van Buren, the Bulldog’s offense looks much improved after last weekend’s 41-31 road loss to Georgia.
This week, Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko, starting quarterback Conner Weigman, and linebacker Taurean York took questions from the media ahead of the game, as Elko and his team are well aware of the struggles the program has had against Mississippi State over the past six seasons, as the Aggies are 2-4 against the Bulldogs, with just one win in Starkville during the 2020 season.
Despite the 1-5 record, Mississippi State will want to set the tone early, meaning Texas A&M’s pass rush and secondary will need to prevent explosive plays. In contrast, the Aggies must establish the passing game to set up the run, similar to the strategy in the win vs. Missouri.
With six games left on the regular season scedule, here are the toughest games remaining for Texas A&M.
6. Texas A&M vs. New Mexico State — Week 12
Dec 1, 2023; Lynchburg, VA, USA; Liberty Flames defensive back Preston Hodge (24) tackles New Mexico State Aggies wide receiver Kordell David (11) after a catch during the third quarter at Williams Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-USA TODAY Sports
2024 Record: 1-5
Analysis: New Mexico State is 1-5 on the year. Expect a blowout before facing Auburn on the road in late November.
5. Texas A&M at Mississippi State — Week 8
Oct 12, 2024; Athens, Georgia, USA;…
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Publish date : 2024-10-15 20:19:57
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