Texas A&M transfer Coen Echols works out at center during preseason practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 10:08 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Coen Echols, a transfer offensive lineman at Texas A&M, is taking reps at center in preseason drills. Echols, who was a starting guard at LSU, is competing for the left guard position but has also been training at center. Senior Mark Nabou remains the starting center, with competition for guard positions ongoing. Texas A&M coach Mike Elko expects to finalize the offensive line rotation ahead of the season opener against Missouri in 23 days.
- •Coen Echols taking offensive line reps at center
- •Senior Mark Nabou is Texas A&M's starting center
- •Echols primarily expected to compete at left guard
- •Key practice ahead of season opener vs. Missouri
- •Texas A&M coach expects final line rotation soon
- 10:08 AMYahoo Sports — Texas A&M transfer OL has reportedly been taking reps at center
"During Texas A&M's sixth preseason practice, transfer OL Coen Echols has been taking reps at center, providing the Aggies added versatility.
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