Ray Coney ranks second among SEC linebackers for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 10:04 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Texas A&M transfer Ray Coney is placed as Pro Football Focus's second highest ranked linebacker entering the 2026 season. Coney, who transferred after a standout season at Tulsa with 128 tackles, is now a key addition to Texas A&M's linebacker core. After an injury to junior Daymion Sanford, Coney is expected to play a significant role on the defense, possibly starting at middle linebacker. His overall PFF grade of 87.6 highlights his abilities, particularly in run defense, as he joins a reshaped linebacker group that includes freshmen and returning players.
- •Coney had 128 tackles during his season at Tulsa.
- •He is projected to start at middle linebacker for Texas A&M.
- •Coney has an elite PFF grade of 87.6 heading into 2026.
- •Daymion Sanford's injury increases Coney's role on the team.
- •Texas A&M's linebacker group includes several freshmen and key transfers.
- 10:04 AMYahoo Sports — Texas A&M transfer is PFF's second highest ranked SEC linebacker
"Texas A&M transfer Ray Coney enters the 2026 season as Pro Football Focus's second highest rated linebacker.
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