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Marcel Reed Lifts Texas A&M Over No. 8 Notre Dame With Last-Second TD

The sophomore's clutch finish crystallized his transition from late-2024 fill-in to the program's established starter.

Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) throws a pass during the second half against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Reed capped a 13-play, 74-yard march with an 11-yard fourth-and-goal touchdown with 13 seconds left to seal a 41-40 road win in South Bend.
  • He threw for 360 yards and two scores, hitting Mario Craver for an 86-yard touchdown and connecting with tight end Nate Boerkircher for the game-winner.
  • National reaction was swift, with Robert Griffin III and other media figures pushing Reed into early Heisman Trophy conversation.
  • Reed started after being cleared from a precautionary exit on Sept. 6 against Utah State and practicing without limitations, according to coach Mike Elko and ESPN’s Pete Thamel.
  • This is his first full season as the Aggies’ starter after a 2024 breakout in which he posted 1,864 passing yards, 15 touchdowns and 543 rushing yards.