Mike Elko discusses Texas A&M's defensive struggles and lack of blitzing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 9:31 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko addressed the team's struggles with their defensive pressure following a 31-21 loss to Kentucky. The Aggies' defense is ranked 14th nationally but sits near the bottom in sacks and pressure rate. Elko noted their scheme remains unchanged from previous seasons, citing challenges with opposing offenses using seven-man protections. With LSU upcoming, A&M’s defense faces new challenges in coverage and tackling after recent lapses. Elko emphasized the need for improvement in the defensive line and secondary performance.
- •Texas A&M's defense ranks 14th nationally but is tied for 96th in sacks.
- •Coach Mike Elko noted that the scheme hasn't changed from last season.
- •The Aggies produced only four sacks through three games, with T.J. Searcy leading.
- •A&M's secondary must improve after missing 23 combined tackles recently.
- •Upcoming game against LSU could present more drop-back passing opportunities for the opponent.
- 9:31 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Elko addresses Texas A&M's lack of blitzing through three games
"Texas A&M's defense is struggling to generate sacks and pressure, but coach Mike Elko insists the scheme remains the same.
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