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Texas A&M DC Lyle Hemphill praises linebacker Noah Mikhail's physical play

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Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Texas A&M DC Lyle Hemphill praises linebacker Noah Mikhail's physical play
Summary

Texas A&M defensive coordinator Lyle Hemphill highlighted the physical and smart play of sophomore linebacker Noah Mikhail during a media session on August 12, 2026. Mikhail, along with seniors Daymion Sanford and Ray Coney, is part of a revamped linebacker rotation following notable departures. Hemphill noted Mikhail's improved physicality after he added muscle over the offseason. The team anticipates a significant role for Mikhail, particularly early in the season as Sanford manages his recovery from a fibula injury.

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  • •Lyle Hemphill praised Noah Mikhail's physicality and smart play.
  • •Daymion Sanford leads the linebacker rotation as he recovers from injury.
  • •Noah Mikhail improved his physique, now standing at 6'2" and 230 pounds.
  • •Mikhail's versatility allows him to play both middle and outside linebacker.
  • •Ray Coney expected to start at middle linebacker for the Aggies.
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  • 10:31 AMYahoo Sports — Texas A&M DC Lyle Hemphill praises sophomore LB's 'physical' play
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Texas A&M DC Lyle Hemphill praised LB Noah Mikhail's "physical, heady play" this preseason.

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