Nick Saban praises Mike Elko, says Texas A&M football has reloaded
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 9:10 AM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Nick Saban expressed confidence in Texas A&M football's 2026 season during an appearance on the Pat McAfee Show, stating the program has 'reloaded' for another College Football Playoff run. Texas A&M returns starting quarterback Marcel Reed and significant talent despite losing All-American Edge Cashius Howell. The team aims to build on last year's historic playoff appearance after a record 10 players were drafted. Saban highlighted A&M's strong recruiting classes and depth from 17 transfer portal additions, suggesting the Aggies will be formidable contenders in the SEC.
- •Nick Saban calls Mike Elko a 'guy' at A&M
- •Marcel Reed returns, aiming for a strong season
- •Texas A&M faces a difficult schedule in 2026
- •10 A&M players drafted in the 2026 NFL Draft
- •Elko emphasizes motivation to fill empty trophy case.
- 9:10 AMYahoo Sports — Nick Saban is a 'Mike Elko guy' and feels Texas A&M 'reloaded" in 2026
"On the Pat McAfee Show, Nick Saban stated that Texas A&M has "reloaded" this offseason, and is on track to be a CFP contender in 2026.
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