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Arkansas and Texas A&M prepare for decisive first-down battle

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 2:30 PM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Arkansas and Texas A&M prepare for decisive first-down battle
Summary

Arkansas and Texas A&M both enter their matchup with 2-2 records, facing off on September 29, 2026. Arkansas boasts a strong passing game led by KJ Jackson and Chris Marshall, while Texas A&M excels in rushing with Rueben Owens II. The game will hinge on which team can gain the upper hand in first downs, with Arkansas needing to establish a run game and convert manageable situations. Texas A&M's defense, led by coach Mike Elko, aims to force Arkansas into long drives and capitalize on mistakes.

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  • •Arkansas averages 275.8 passing yards per game.
  • •Texas A&M averages 151.5 rushing yards per game.
  • •KJ Jackson has thrown for 618 yards this season.
  • •Rueben Owens II leads Texas A&M with 248 rushing yards.
  • •The outcome could depend on controlling first downs.
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  • 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Arkansas and Texas A&M Numbers Point to a First-Down Fight
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Arkansas and Texas A&M share 2-2 records, but they arrived differently. Arkansas has a passing game that can generate big plays. Texas A&M has the more dependable rushing attack. The Razorbacks have an emerging quarterback-receiver connection in KJ Jackson and Chris Marshall. The Aggies have a physical runner in Rueben Owens II and a defense …

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