Texas A&M continues preparations for matchup against No. 13 Alabama
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Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Texas A&M (4-3, 1-3 SEC) faces No. 13 Alabama this Saturday in Tuscaloosa. Both teams are coming off contrasting performances, with Texas A&M shutting out The Citadel 41-0 while Alabama lost both of its last SEC matchups. The Aggies have struggled offensively on the road, failing to score in losses to LSU and Missouri. Texas A&M's defense has shown improvement, currently ranking 10th nationally in passing yards allowed. Analysts are noting the significance of this game for Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer amid growing pressure after two consecutive defeats.
- •Texas A&M is a 14-point underdog against Alabama.
- •Marcel Reed has not thrown a touchdown in recent games.
- •Keelon Russell has struggled, contributing to Alabama's recent losses.
- •Texas A&M's defense has improved under first-year DC Lyle Hemphil.
- •The last Texas A&M win against Alabama on the road was in 2012.
- 9:08 AMYahoo Sports — Staff predictions for Texas A&M vs. No. 13 Alabama in Week 8
"Here are our final staff predictions for Texas A&M vs. Alabama in Week 8.
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