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Texas A&M defensive backs aim for more interceptions in 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 9:30 AM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Texas A&M defensive backs aim for more interceptions in 2026 season

Summary

Texas A&M's defensive backs, led by cornerback Julio Humphrey, are focusing on improving their interception rate after recording only three last season. In their first full preseason practice open to the media, they are utilizing the jugs machine to enhance their catching skills, executing 25 catches each before practice. The coaching staff, including new defensive coordinator Lyle Hemphill, is set on rectifying last season's struggles with turnovers. With an influx of talent from transfers, the defensive unit is expected to raise their interception count significantly this season.

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Key Details

•Julio Humphrey emphasizes the need for more interceptions this season.
•Texas A&M's defense struggled with only three interceptions in 2025.
•Defensive backs are practicing with 25 catches on the jugs machine.
•New defensive coordinator Lyle Hemphill aims to enhance turnover numbers.
•The secondary includes key transfers from Colorado and Tennessee.

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9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Texas A&M CB on working towards generating more interceptions in 2026

What they're saying

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Texas A&M's three interceptions last season isn't going to cut it in 2026, as CB Julio Humphrey and the other DBs are working on the jugs machine.
— Yahoo Sports

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