Several former Texas A&M defenders excel in 2026 college football season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 10:16 AM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
Former Texas A&M defenders are performing well in various college programs during the 2026 season. Cashius Howell leads the SEC with 11.5 sacks as part of the Cincinnati Bengals. At Cal, Tristan Jernigan has 28 tackles, while Solomon Williams contributes with two sacks and 25 pressures. Rylan Kennedy, now at Florida State, tops his team with seven sacks. The Aggies struggled to maximize their defensive talent, raising questions about their future pass rush strategy under coach Mike Elko.
- •Cashius Howell leads SEC with 11.5 sacks for Cincinnati Bengals.
- •Tristan Jernigan records 28 tackles for Cal in 2026.
- •Solomon Williams collects two sacks and 25 pressures at Cal.
- •Rylan Kennedy has seven sacks for Florida State in his senior season.
- •Texas A&M's defensive lineup and pass rush strategy under scrutiny.
- 10:16 AMYahoo Sports — Several former Texas A&M defenders are thriving in 2026
"Former Texas A&M defenders are finding success elsewhere while the Aggies struggle to maximize their pass rush.
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