Marcel Reed excluded from top dual-threat QB rankings for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 11:02 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed has been left off a list of the top dual-threat quarterbacks for the upcoming season, a decision made by analyst CFBudge. This comes after Reed's impressive performance as a starter last season, where he passed for over 3,000 yards and led the Aggies to notable victories. Despite criticism for his play during the College Football Playoff, Reed had previously gained recognition as a Heisman Trophy candidate. As expectations rise for the 2026 campaign, the omission has sparked debate among analysts over his ranking among dual-threat quarterbacks.
- •Marcel Reed is a Texas A&M QB entering his redshirt junior year.
- •CFBudge did not include Reed in his top dual-threat quarterbacks list.
- •Reed passed for 3,169 yards and 25 touchdowns last season.
- •Critics mention Reed's playoff performance as a reason for the snub.
- •Reed's inclusion could impact Texas A&M's offensive prospects.
- 11:02 AMYahoo Sports — Texas A&M star shockingly snubbed from top dual-threat QB rankings
"Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed has earned his reputation as one of the top dual-threat signal-callers, but one analyst doesn't agree.
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