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Texas A&M prepares for tough nine-game SEC schedule

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 11:02 AM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Texas A&M prepares for tough nine-game SEC schedule

Summary

Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko addressed the challenges of a newly implemented nine-game SEC schedule during SEC Media Days. This season marks Elko's third year leading the Aggies and involves difficult road games against teams like LSU and Alabama. Elko emphasized the need for mental toughness and building a strong team culture to cope with the pressures of a demanding schedule. The Aggies are looking to build on last season's success, where they reached the College Football Playoff for the first time in program history with an 11-2 record. The season opener is set against Kentucky in Week 3.

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By the Numbers

•Texas A&M starts the season with a game against Kentucky in Week 3.
•Road games include LSU, Alabama, and Oklahoma.
•Mike Elko highlights the importance of team culture and grit.
•The Aggies aim to improve after reaching the College Football Playoff last season.
•Texas A&M added 17 players from the transfer portal this offseason.

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11:02 AMYahoo Sports — Texas A&M's nine-game SEC schedule will require 'mental toughness'

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Speaking with Paul Finebaum, Texas A&M HC Mike Elko discussed the challenges of a new nine-game SEC schedule and building team culture.
— Yahoo Sports

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