Year two under Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko starts on March 20. Unlike last year, he is settled in, and his players now know what to expect.
Texas A&M football concluded the 2024 season with mixed results, going from a team on the rise to one struggling against top competition. Despite a solid record, their drop-off late in the season, compounded by injuries to key players like Tyreek Chappell, Le’Veon Moss, and Mark Nabou, disappointed fans eager for greater success.
Under head coach Mike Elko, culture building became a priority, focusing on accountability and execution as core principles for long-term success. As Texas A&M looks to compete in the 2025 SEC season and aim for the College Football Playoffs, fans are eager to see whether Elko’s leadership can transform the Aggies into title contenders.
Coach Elko spoke to the media ahead of the start of spring football.
A big position that A&M needed to address was cornerback
“We wanted to add some depth into the secondary. We were able to get Julio Humphrey. … We had great speed, great athleticism.”
After Conner Weigman transferred, Elko brought in a veteran QB
“Quarterback was a really tricky thing for us. We felt we needed an older guy in the room, and that’s not always the easiest thing.” “(Jacob Zeno) is going on his 11th year of college football… I’m kidding. It’s his sixth or seventh. … He’s going to come in here and have an opportunity to battle with Marcel (Reed).”
Mike Elko speaks on the struggles late with defense
“We just didn’t play defense the way I wanted to, and I don’t point fingers. … It’s making sure we play defense the way I want to.”
Transfer WR Kevin Concepcion will play a major role in the offense
“He’s lights-out. He has tremendous quickness, tremendous acceleration. … He plays extremely physical.” “We’re really, really excited about what…
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