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Texas A&M's 2026 schedule ranked second toughest among Texas teams

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 10:30 AM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Texas A&M's 2026 schedule ranked second toughest among Texas teams

Summary

Texas A&M's 2026 football schedule has been ranked as the second toughest in Texas, with only the Texas Longhorns facing a more challenging slate. The Aggies' schedule includes significant road games against LSU, Missouri, and Alabama, as well as a home matchup with Arizona State. Coach Mike Elko, entering his third season, has added 17 players from the transfer portal following a successful offseason where 10 players were selected in the NFL Draft. Quarterback Marcel Reed returns after a strong season in which he threw for over 3,100 yards. The team's performance will be closely watched, especially as they aim to improve upon last season's finish and make a run at the College Football Playoff.

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•Texas A&M ranked second in toughest Texas schedules for 2026.
•Key games include at LSU, at Alabama, and vs. Texas.
•Coach Mike Elko adds 17 transfers, including standout players.
•Marcel Reed returns after throwing for 3,169 yards last season.
•Aggies seek stronger finish after recent playoff disappointments.

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10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Texas A&M's 2026 schedule ranked 2nd toughest among Texas teams

What they're saying

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According to DCTF's recent rankings, only the Texas Longhorns have a tougher 2026 schedule than Texas A&M among teams in the Lone Star State.
— Yahoo Sports

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