AUGUST OUTLOOK
This is possibly the deepest spot on the team. There are names Aggies have heard, and some they haven't yet. But, several big bodies are geared up to contribute this season. This is where teams have to be deep in the SEC. In a trench-heavy league, A&M has the mass up front to stack up against anyone.
OUTSIDE
Whether starting inside or out, the Aggies have disruptive capabilities everywhere. On the edge, at end, is the known force in Landis Durham. Once a linebacker, he had to replace Myles Garrett a season ago. Durham did it admirably, and proved to be one the SEC's best a getting into opposing backfields.
He's joined by Michael Clemons at end. The JUCO transfer might carry the most intimidating figure on the squad. Still referred to as 'Cyclops' by his teammates, Clemons can strike fear in most that line up across from him. He did suffer a foot injury this August, but is expected to return.
At this all important spot up front, the Aggies could go three-deep. Tyree Johnson, who put up monster high school numbers, is coming off a redshirt year. So is Ondario Robinson. And look out for a trio of freshman, Bobby Brown, Jeremiah Martin and Max Wright, who could all see time in their freshman seasons. They are impressing in their first camps.
A&M has bodies, but more importantly, capable ones that can give excellent efforts on key downs. The Aggies could be a force off the edge.
INSIDE
Just like at end, the tackles are stacked with size and ability. And once again, A&M can go three-deep. It begins with the trio of Daylan Mack, Justin Madubuike and Kingsley Keke. They've all had impressive moments in their pasts.
But, several are on the rise will bring the depth. Keep your eyes peeled for Jayden Peevy and Josh Rogers. Both head into their second seasons in the program, Peevy having seen action throughout 2017.
There's also TD Moton. Heavily recruited, but seldom used to this point, he's made his share of plays during August camp. Throw in junior college transfer Mohamed Diallo, part of Jimbo Fisher's first signing class, and it rounds out a robust rotation that can matchup to the Aggies' league brethren.
At end and tackle, there's plenty of names that haven't been heard as of yet, but will speak loud and clear this fall. A&M is ready up front to make their presence felt.
INSIDE AND OUT
Kingsley Keke will play both. He's been rotating, and can man the end and tackle spots equally well. A lighter frame has helped.
He played the bowl game at 317 pounds, and is down to 288. The long-armed Keke can get his hands on anybody from anywhere.
When Michael Clemons went down, Jimbo Fisher stated Keke 'can go out there in about 2 seconds.' That's how talented he is.
Keke admits there's a bit steeper learning curve heading outside, but also likes the fact he'll see less double teams on the edge.
With Keke in and out, and the talent and depth the Aggies have at both, this area is expected to become a real strength in a league where it's a must.
This is possibly the deepest spot on the team. There are names Aggies have heard, and some they haven't yet. But, several big bodies are geared up to contribute this season. This is where teams have to be deep in the SEC. In a trench-heavy league, A&M has the mass up front to stack up against anyone.
OUTSIDE
Whether starting inside or out, the Aggies have disruptive capabilities everywhere. On the edge, at end, is the known force in Landis Durham. Once a linebacker, he had to replace Myles Garrett a season ago. Durham did it admirably, and proved to be one the SEC's best a getting into opposing backfields.
He's joined by Michael Clemons at end. The JUCO transfer might carry the most intimidating figure on the squad. Still referred to as 'Cyclops' by his teammates, Clemons can strike fear in most that line up across from him. He did suffer a foot injury this August, but is expected to return.
At this all important spot up front, the Aggies could go three-deep. Tyree Johnson, who put up monster high school numbers, is coming off a redshirt year. So is Ondario Robinson. And look out for a trio of freshman, Bobby Brown, Jeremiah Martin and Max Wright, who could all see time in their freshman seasons. They are impressing in their first camps.
A&M has bodies, but more importantly, capable ones that can give excellent efforts on key downs. The Aggies could be a force off the edge.
INSIDE
Just like at end, the tackles are stacked with size and ability. And once again, A&M can go three-deep. It begins with the trio of Daylan Mack, Justin Madubuike and Kingsley Keke. They've all had impressive moments in their pasts.
But, several are on the rise will bring the depth. Keep your eyes peeled for Jayden Peevy and Josh Rogers. Both head into their second seasons in the program, Peevy having seen action throughout 2017.
There's also TD Moton. Heavily recruited, but seldom used to this point, he's made his share of plays during August camp. Throw in junior college transfer Mohamed Diallo, part of Jimbo Fisher's first signing class, and it rounds out a robust rotation that can matchup to the Aggies' league brethren.
At end and tackle, there's plenty of names that haven't been heard as of yet, but will speak loud and clear this fall. A&M is ready up front to make their presence felt.
INSIDE AND OUT
Kingsley Keke will play both. He's been rotating, and can man the end and tackle spots equally well. A lighter frame has helped.
He played the bowl game at 317 pounds, and is down to 288. The long-armed Keke can get his hands on anybody from anywhere.
When Michael Clemons went down, Jimbo Fisher stated Keke 'can go out there in about 2 seconds.' That's how talented he is.
Keke admits there's a bit steeper learning curve heading outside, but also likes the fact he'll see less double teams on the edge.
With Keke in and out, and the talent and depth the Aggies have at both, this area is expected to become a real strength in a league where it's a must.