Texas A&M linebackers prepare for 2026 season after key departures

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 8:47 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Texas A&M linebackers prepare for 2026 season after key departures
Summary

Texas A&M is gearing up for the 2026 season with a revamped linebacking corps following significant player departures. Taurean York, the team's defensive leader, has signed with the Broncos, while Scooby Williams also leaves after battling injuries last season. Daymion Sanford is expected to step into a leadership role, recovering well enough to practice at the start of fall camp. The Aggies added veterans Ray Coney and TJ Smith through the transfer portal, while freshmen Qui Beck, Tank King, Tamarion Watkins, and Storm Miller join the squad. The team's depth at linebacker is viewed positively despite concerns about Sanford's injury history.

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  • Taurean York replaced by Daymion Sanford as defensive leader.
  • Texas A&M adds veterans Ray Coney and TJ Smith.
  • Noah Mikhail anticipated to break out after solid freshman year.
  • Freshmen linebackers bring additional depth to the roster.
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Replacing a leader on the defense is never easy but it looks like Texas A&M has their man

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