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Nov 16, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Moose Muhammad III (7) receives a pass for a touchdown as New Mexico State Aggies cornerback Keonte Glinton (7) defends during the second quarter at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images
Texas A&M (8-2, 5-1 SEC) is only a slight favorite ahead of facing Auburn (4-6, 1-5 SEC) on Saturday night inside what should be a packed Jordan-Hare Stadium, as the Aggies are in a must-win situation before hosting No. 3 Texas in the 2024 season finale a week later.
On Monday, head coach Mike Elko revealed that during Texas A&M’s 38-3 win over New Mexico State, junior wide receiver Cyrus Allen’s in-game arm injury has now sidelined for the remainder of the season, creating an opening in the depth chart.
On its face, the name that makes the most sense to elevate up the depth chart is senior WR Moose Muhammad III, who, despite barely seeing the field this season for unknown reasons, is still the most athletic receiving option who could open up the passing game for starting QB Marcel Reed.
With the ability to play in the slot and Z-receiver spot, Muhammad has sporadically shown off his skillset set, including catching a touchdown against New Mexico State on an impressive reception in the back of the end zone.
Moving senior WR Jabre Barber (27 receptions, 281 yards) to the slot looks like the smartest move, while senior Jahdae Walker and Muhammad will likely share snaps at the Z.
Despite the Tigers’ record, Auburn’s 44th-ranked pass defense can be exposed if Texas A&M OC Collin Klein comes in with a balanced game plan. This means Muhammad, who has consistently shown the ability to get open in the middle of the field, needs to help Marcel Reed establish a passing rhythm early.
Muhammad III has recorded six receptions, 55 yards, and two touchdowns on the…
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Author : Aggies Wire
Publish date : 2024-11-19 22:36:00
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