Olin Buchanan

Columnist

Olin joined TexAgs in July of 2012 as a columnist. He previously was a national college football writer for Rivals.com and Yahoo. A graduate of White Oak High School in East Texas, Olin worked at newspapers in Longview and Tyler before covering the Aggies for the Bryan-College Station Eagle from 1993-95. He also worked at the Austin American-Statesman for 11 years. He is a member of the Football Writers Association of America and a Heisman Trophy voter.

Father and coach, Roderick Reed sees both sides of A&M's QB situation

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 2 hrs ago by Olin Buchanan

Marcel Reed's father, Roderick, like any other dad, wants to see his son shine as Texas A&M's starting quarterback. Though, as a coach, he also sees why Conner Weigman, when healthy, should maintain his role. For Roderick, the current QB debate presents no easy answer.

Players to Watch: No. 25 Texas A&M vs. Bowling Green

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 4 hrs ago by Olin Buchanan

Following the Aggies' first road win since 2021, Mike Elko & Co. return to College Station to host the Bowling Green Falcons on Saturday. Ahead of A&M's return home, Olin Buchanan identifies players from both the Aggies and Falcons to keep an eye on.

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TexAgs Rewind (9/19)

5 hrs ago by TexAgs Live

Thursday's edition of the rewind heard former Texas A&M football quarterback Stephen McGee and wide receiver Ryan Swope, former Texas A&M offensive line coach Jim Turner and The Fan Show.

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SEC Round-Up: No hard feelings for Heupel in return to Norman

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 1 day ago by Olin Buchanan

There appears to be no animosity from Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel toward Oklahoma after his bitter departure in 2015. He was ousted in Norman as a scapegoat, but now returns on Saturday as perhaps an emerging GOAT of coaches in Knoxville.

11:04

TexAgs Rewind (9/18)

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 1 day ago by TexAgs Live

Wednesday's edition of the rewind heard former Texas A&M defensive lineman Damontre Moore, former Texas A&M tight end Max Wright, TexAgs recruiting analyst Ryan Brauninger and Houston Texans sideline reporter/analyst John Harris.

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Renewing the Rivalry: Bohls looks back on the 1968 meeting in Austin

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 1 day ago by David Nuño

On November 28, 1968, Texas A&M fell to its in-state rival, 35-14, in Austin to cap off a disappointing 3-7 season. Kirk Bohls of the Houston Chronicle joined TexAgs Live to relive the game and chat about the Longhorns' newly minted No. 1 spot in the AP Poll.

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Damontre Moore offers thoughts on Mike Elko's Ags through Week 3

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 1 day ago by David Nuño

Texas A&M sits at 2-1 through three weeks of play, with a clash vs. non-conference foe Bowling Green up ahead. Former Texas A&M defensive end Damontre Moore joined TexAgs Live to talk about the QB position, his lack of concern for the pass rush and much more.

Around CFB: Wolverines, Trojans trade San Gabriels for B1G House

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 2 days ago by Olin Buchanan

Blue bloods Michigan and USC have met on the gridiron ten times in history, and eight of those meetings have occurred in the Rose Bowl. With this weekend's Big Ten conference clash of Wolverines and Trojans happening in Ann Arbor, something just feels off.

10:18

TexAgs Rewind (9/17)

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 2 days ago by TexAgs Live

Tuesday's edition of the rewind heard the GO Hour with TexAgs columnist Olin Buchanan, former Texas A&M tight end Jamie McCoy, former Aggie defensive back Jordan Pugh and Chris Phillips of SEC Unfiltered.

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Elko provides update on Weigman, expresses confidence in Reed

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 3 days ago by Olin Buchanan

On Monday, Mike Elko revealed Conner Weigman is listed as "day to day and week to week" as No. 25. Texas A&M prepares to host Bowling Green. With another gametime decision at QB likely, Marcel Reed has proved more than capable of leading the Aggies if needed.

11:25

TexAgs Rewind (9/16)

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 3 days ago by TexAgs Live

Monday's edition of the rewind heard the GO Hour with TexAgs columnist and Heisman Trophy voter Olin Buchanan, former Texas A&M head coach Jackie Sherrill, Tom Hart of the SEC Network and TexAgs co-owner Billy Liucci.

10:29

A&M's offensive line impressed Jackie Sherrill in 33-20 win at Florida

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 3 days ago by David Nuño

After an explosive Saturday for Texas A&M's offense at "The Swamp," the Aggies now sit at 2-1 with Bowling Green up next. Legendary former A&M head coach Jackie Sherrill joined Monday's edition of TexAgs Live to speak on the Maroon & White's showing over the weekend.

Learned, Loved, Loathed: Texas A&M 33, Florida 20

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 4 days ago by Olin Buchanan

On Saturday afternoon in Gainesville, Texas A&M claimed its first true road victory since 2021 as the Aggies beat the Florida Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, 33-20. Olin Buchanan offers his biggest takeaways from the action in the Sunshine State.

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Reed's first career start provides A&M with jolt of electricity at Florida

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 4 days ago by Olin Buchanan

Powered by a potent run game on a warm, wet day at "The Swamp," Texas A&M is now 1-0 in Southeastern Conference play with a 33-20 win over Florida. The Aggies' 310 rushing yards are the most against an SEC foe since Auburn on Dec. 5, 2020.

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TexAgs On-Site: Nuño, OB touch down in Florida ahead of A&M's SEC opener

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 5 days ago by David Nuño

The TexAgs crew has arrived in the Sunshine State as the Fightin' Texas Aggies are set to face the Florida Gators on Saturday afternoon in Gainesville. Ahead of tomorrow's SEC battle, David Nuño and Olin Buchanan say "Howdy" from Florida!

Wet, humid Florida conditions could be perfect for growth of A&M's Moss

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 6 days ago by Olin Buchanan

Texas A&M seeks to end a 10-game road losing skid on what will likely be a humid and wet Saturday in Gainesville. With Conner Weigman's status in question and a strong Aggie rushing attack, this weekend's clash with the Gators might see a healthy dosage of Le'Veon Moss.

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TexAgs Rewind (9/13)

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 6 days ago by TexAgs Live

Friday's edition of the rewind heard the GO Hour with TexAgs columnist Olin Buchanan, SEC Mike of "That SEC Podcast," TexAgs co-owner and executive editor Billy Liucci and The Final Countdown with the McKinney Bros.

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Pick Six: The TexAgs crew picks six games against the spread

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 6 days ago by David Nuño

Billy Liucci, David Nuño, Olin Buchanan, the McKinney brothers, Caroline Fenton and Jamie McCoy pick the top games of the weekend! Will Liucci finish last again? Can Steve beat Seth? Follow all season long and offer your picks in the thread!

Key Matchups: Texas A&M at Florida

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 6 days ago by Olin Buchanan

Looking to break a 10 game road losing skid, Texas A&M travels to "The Swamp" to face the Florida Gators in the Aggies' first game way from Kyle Field in the 'Elko Era.' Olin Buchanan details the in-game matchups that will have the greatest impact in Gainesville on Saturday.

On the 'Road to Gainesville,' Texas A&M looks to reverse road fortunes

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 7 days ago by Olin Buchanan

There have been several "Road to" flops produced by the Aggies over the last few years — nothing like the original series by Bob Hope and Bing Crosby. Now on the "Road to Gainesville," Texas A&M is optimistic it can finally snap its disastrous road skid.