Mike Elko ranks No. 5 in TexAgs' SEC coach rankings ahead of season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko is ranked No. 5 in SEC coach rankings by TexAgs as the 2026 season approaches. Elko, entering his third season, previously led the Aggies to their first College Football Playoff appearance and saw a record 10 players drafted in 2026. Despite strong recruiting efforts and a solid returning roster, the team faces scrutiny over late-season collapses in recent years, including a disappointing finish in 2024. Analysts note Elko’s successful rebuilding of programs but emphasize the need for improved finishes moving forward.
- •Elko's Aggies open the 2026 season against Missouri State on September 5.
- •Texas A&M holds the No. 1 recruiting class for the 2027 cycle.
- •The team returned 65% of the 2025 roster and added 17 transfers.
- •Elko’s overall coaching record stands at 35-16 in four seasons.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Elko's Top 5 ranking continues in TexAgs' 'smart' SEC HC rankings
"Texas A&M HC Mike Elko is ranked No. 5 in nearly every SEC coach ranking, including TexAgs' latest rankings.
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