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No. 8 Texas A&M football prepares to face Missouri State

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 11:17 PM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

No. 8 Texas A&M football prepares to face Missouri State

Summary

Ranked No. 8 in the nation, Texas A&M prepares for its season opener against Missouri State at Kyle Field this Saturday. The team enters the new campaign following an 11-win season that concluded with a College Football Playoff appearance. Head coach Elko and players have emphasized a "finish" mantra throughout fall practice, aiming to improve upon last year's late-season execution. Senior safety Marcus Ratcliffe noted the team is focusing on playing fast and physical, while junior receiver Mario Craver expressed that the primary goal for the season is winning a national championship. The Aggies return experienced defensive players and are testing their progress against Missouri State as the first opponent of the year.

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Status Watch

•Texas A&M opens its season Saturday against Missouri State at Kyle Field.
•The Aggies are ranked No. 8 entering the 2026 season.
•The team finished last year with 11 wins and a playoff berth.
•Players Mario Craver and Marcus Ratcliffe are prioritizing better execution this season.
•The squad is implementing a finish-oriented approach during practices.

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11:17 PMYahoo Sports — No. 8 Texas A&M football begins title chase

What they're saying

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COLLEGE STATION, Texas (FOX 44) — Texas A&M is coming off an 11-win season, but the Aggies said they’re not satisfied. Ranked No. 8 in the country, the maroon and white open the season Saturday against Missouri State at Kyle field. This year, the message is simple: finish. The Aggies have already shown they can […]
— Yahoo Sports

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