Mike Elko provides update on Texas A&M linebacker Daymion Sanford

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Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Mike Elko provides update on Texas A&M linebacker Daymion Sanford
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Texas A&M football coach Mike Elko shared an update regarding linebacker Daymion Sanford. Sanford, who is recovering from a serious fibula injury, has not yet played this season. Elko indicated Sanford's early recovery gives hope for a return soon, possibly by the Kentucky game on Wednesday or more likely against LSU the following Saturday. In Sanford's absence, linebacker duo Noah Mikhail and Ray Coney have started, with Mikhail performing particularly well in the first two games. Elko expressed confidence in their performance and looks forward to integrating Sanford back into the rotation when he is ready.

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  • Daymion Sanford recovering from a serious fibula injury
  • Sanford has not played this season, dressed for warmups
  • Noah Mikhail and Ray Coney starting in his absence
  • Elko hopeful for Sanford's return against Kentucky or LSU
  • Mikhail has 13 tackles, best run-defense grade on team
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Texas A&M coach Mike Elko provided an update on linebacker Daymion Sanford as the team manages its defensive rotation.

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