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Trooper Removed After Tunnel Confrontation With South Carolina Players as Texas A&M Rallies Past Gamecocks 31-30

Video of the tunnel contact drew swift criticism, leading to the officer’s same-day removal from his Kyle Field assignment.

Overview

  • Texas A&M Police said a Texas Department of Public Safety trooper seen near the northeast tunnel was relieved of his game-day assignment.
  • The incident followed an 80-yard touchdown from LaNorris Sellers to Nyck Harbor, after which a uniformed officer shoulder-bumped Harbor and appeared to yell at several players.
  • ESPN’s broadcast captured the exchange, and clips circulated widely on X with fans and commentators calling for accountability.
  • Reports as of publication included no further disciplinary findings or formal conclusions from DPS.
  • Texas A&M overcame a 30-3 halftime deficit with four consecutive second-half touchdowns, capped by E.J. Smith’s go-ahead score for a 31-30 win.