Texas A&M projected for CFP and Citrus Bowl appearances by ESPN
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 9:30 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026

ESPN has released its early predictions for Texas A&M's postseason chances as the 2026 college football season approaches. Following a strong 2025 season that included a College Football Playoff appearance, Texas A&M aims to return, led by coach Mike Elko in his third year. The Aggies face a challenging SEC schedule but are expected to contend for at least ten wins. ESPN's Kyle Bonagura and Mark Schlabach predict a first-round CFP matchup against BYU or a Citrus Bowl game against Penn State for Texas A&M, depending on their performance through the nine-game conference slate.
- •Texas A&M enters the 2026 season with high expectations.
- •The Aggies finished 11-2 in 2025, making the CFP.
- •Key personnel changes include a new offensive coordinator and 17 transfer additions.
- •ESPN predicts a CFP matchup with BYU or a Citrus Bowl against Penn State.
- •Texas A&M must navigate a difficult nine-game SEC schedule.
- 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — ESPN predicts Texas A&M's CFP and bowl game destinations
"ESPN has released its early postseason predictions for Texas A&M, including a first round trip to the CFP, and an appearance in the Citrus Bowl.
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