Texas A&M anticipates changes in defensive tackle lineup for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Texas A&M is preparing for the 2026 season with significant changes in their defensive tackle lineup. The Aggies lost key players Tyler Onyedim and Albert Regis to the NFL Draft, as well as Dealyn Evans who transferred to Mississippi State. In their absence, DJ Hicks is the standout returnee seeking to take a leadership role. Freshmen DJ Sanders and Landon Rink, along with transfers CJ Mims, Angelo McCollum, and Brandon Davis-Swain also join the ranks. The team faces challenges in depth and experience heading into the new season.
- •Texas A&M lost Tyler Onyedim and Albert Regis to the NFL Draft.
- •DJ Hicks is the main returning player in the defensive tackle position.
- •Freshmen Sanders and Rink will contribute after limited action in 2025.
- •Transfers Mims, McCollum, and Davis-Swain expected to see significant playing time.
- •The defensive tackle unit faces depth concerns heading into 2026.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — TEXAS A&M POSITION PREVIEW: Defensive Tackles
"A lot to replace on the interior of this Aggie defense
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