Mike Elko assesses Texas A&M performance ahead of Arizona State game

Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko evaluated his team's performance following a 50-0 season-opening victory against Missouri State. While the defense held the Bears to 67 total yards and a scoreless game, Elko emphasized a need to address early offensive lulls and inconsistent offensive line communication that hampered quarterback Marcel Reed during the first half. The coach noted that the team settled into a rhythm after halftime, allowing the running game to find success and the offense to pull away. Elko acknowledged that the upcoming matchup against Arizona State presents a more significant challenge than the previous week. He plans to focus on cleaning up technical execution in practice, specifically noting that the team must prepare for a more talented offense. The coach also expressed respect for Arizona State head coach Kenny Dillingham as the program prepares for the Week 2 contest.

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