Mike Elko previews Texas A&M's SEC opener against Kentucky
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 9:46 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko held a press conference ahead of the Aggies' SEC opener against Kentucky on Saturday. Following a 48-20 win over Arizona State, Texas A&M improves to 2-0. Elko emphasized the need for improvement in the offensive line and running game. He also acknowledged the challenges posed by Kentucky's new head coach Will Stein and his offensive strategies. The matchup marks the first between these teams since 2018, with Kentucky coming off a loss to Alabama.
- •Texas A&M defeated Arizona State 48-20, improving to 2-0.
- •The Aggies face Kentucky, who recently lost 45-17 to Alabama.
- •Elko noted the importance of enhancing the offensive line performance.
- •Kentucky's head coach Will Stein is making his SEC debut.
- •The match is the first meeting since 2018 between the two teams.
- 9:46 PMYahoo Sports — Everything Texas A&M HC Mike Elko said ahead of SEC opener in Week 3
"Here is everything Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko said during his weekly press conference ahead of the SEC opener against Kentucky in Week 3.
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