Overview
- Texas A&M enters at 9-0 (6-0 SEC) and No. 3 in the CFP, returning home to face South Carolina in Week 12.
- Coach Mike Elko cautioned against complacency, saying every Saturday in the SEC carries real risk.
- Quarterback Marcel Reed has totaled 2,193 passing yards and 19 touchdowns with 368 rushing yards and six scores, fueling Heisman talk.
- The Aggies lead the nation with three road wins over ranked foes — Notre Dame, LSU and Missouri — after holding Missouri to 77 passing yards.
- South Carolina arrives 3-6 after firing offensive coordinator Mike Shula and offensive line coach Lonnie Teasley, with QB LaNorris Sellers down from last year’s breakout that powered a 44-20 win over A&M.