SEC media personality doubts Texas A&M's College Football Playoff chances
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 9:47 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Cousin Shane from ThatSECPodcast expressed skepticism about Texas A&M's prospects for returning to the College Football Playoff in 2026. He cited concerns that the Aggies could lose their last five games, which include challenging road contests against Alabama, South Carolina, and Oklahoma, as well as home games against Tennessee and Texas. Despite a successful last season where the Aggies achieved an 11-0 start, questions remain about the team's ability to meet expectations under head coach Mike Elko and junior quarterback Marcel Reed's development. The new offensive coordinator has introduced changes that seem to be taking effect during preseason training.
- •Cousin Shane predicts Texas A&M will struggle in 2026.
- •Aggies have tough road games against SEC rivals.
- •They are coming off an 11-0 start in the previous season.
- •Quarterback Marcel Reed's progression is under scrutiny.
- •New offensive schemes are being tested during fall camp.
- 9:47 AMYahoo Sports — SEC football media personality says there's no way Texas A&M makes CFP
"ThatSECPodcast's co-host Cousin Shane projected Texas A&M will undergo a major drop off in 2026.
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