Texas A&M on bye week amid quarterback controversy and coaching changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 10:05 AM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026
Texas A&M is not playing today, October 31, as they are on a bye week during Week 9 of the 2026 college football season. Head coach Mike Elko has been discussing the importance of building relationships for recruiting and reaffirmed that quarterback Marcel Reed will remain the starter for now. However, questions persist regarding this decision, especially after the Aggies’ recent loss to Alabama, which has led to speculation about potential changes in the coaching staff and roster moving forward. The Aggies are set to resume play against South Carolina on November 7 at 2:00 p.m. CT.
- •Texas A&M is on a bye week and not playing today.
- •Marcel Reed remains as the starting quarterback despite fan backlash.
- •Aggies lost to Alabama 31-20 in their last game.
- •Upcoming game against South Carolina is scheduled for November 7.
- •Record stands at 4-4, 1-4 in SEC play.
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