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Texas A&M prepares for SEC opener against Kentucky after mixed start

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 7:55 PM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Texas A&M prepares for SEC opener against Kentucky after mixed start
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Texas A&M edge rusher T.J. Searcy and defensive back Dezz Ricks spoke about their approach entering SEC play as the Aggies prepare to face the Kentucky Wildcats on Saturday in Bryan-College Station. Texas A&M has faced challenges in its first two games, including a subpar offensive line and a secondary that allowed 254 passing yards in their last game against Arizona State. With their new head coach Will Stein looking for consistency, players stressed the importance of communication and maintaining their defensive depth. Kentucky arrives following a loss to Alabama in their first league contest of the year.

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  • •Texas A&M plays Kentucky on Saturday in their SEC opener.
  • •Searcy and Ricks emphasize the need for improved communication.
  • •Aggies allowed 254 passing yards to Arizona State in last game.
  • •Kentucky lost its first SEC game to Alabama.
  • •First meeting since Texas A&M's overtime win over Kentucky in 2018.
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  • 7:55 PMYahoo Sports — 'Give everything you got': Texas A&M EDGE, DB talk mindset entering SEC play
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Texas A&M edge rusher T.J. Searcy and defensive back Dezz Ricks discuss improvements and mindset entering SEC play on Saturday.

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