Jason Howell

Senior Recruiting Analyst

Jason joined TexAgs in May of 2016 as a senior recruiting analyst. He came to TexAgs after a 13-year stint at Rivals.com in various roles and capacities. Most recently, he served as a Mid-South Regional Recruiting Analyst, covering recruiting throughout the four-state region of Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Arkansas. A native of Stuttgart, Arkansas, Jason graduated from Baylor University with a BBA in Economics.

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Highlights: Allen beats North Crowley in heavyweight battle in Denton

Football Recruiting ⋅ 13 hrs ago by Jason Howell

North Texas's DATCU Stadium saw a heavyweight bout between Allen and North Crowley. Allen converted an early fourth-and-long and separated for a 21-7 halftime lead, but North Crowley did not go quietly. In the end, Allen’s lead was too much to overcome as the Eagles pulled away for the 33-21 win.

Three Things: A drama-free Signing Day, addition of Baker & more

Football Recruiting ⋅ 1 day ago by Jason Howell

As he does every Friday morning, TexAgs' senior recruiting analyst Jason Howell offered up another round of his weekly recruiting thoughts. In this edition of his Three Things, Howell discussed the Early Signing Period and all that has gone on in the SEC.

Texas A&M football's 2026 Signing Class Superlatives

Football Recruiting ⋅ 1 day ago by TexAgs Recruiting

The ink is drying on Mike Elko’s first complete signing class as the Aggies signed 29 prospects, with all but one enrolling in January. Following the Early Signing Period, the TexAgs recruiting team of Ryan Brauninger, Jason Howell and Cade Draughon hand out some class superlatives.

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Around Texas: Early Signing Period News & Notes

2 days ago by Jason Howell

The Early Signing Period has come and gone as a number of the nation's top prospects have signed on the dotted line. It is time to take a look at the latest happenings in the Lone Star State on the recruiting front.

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In-Home Visit: Carsyn Baker joins '26 class during early signing period

Football Recruiting ⋅ 2 days ago by TexAgs Recruiting

Mike Elko and the Aggies have made an addition to their 2026 class late in the cycle as Fairburn (GA) Langston Hughes tailback Carsyn Baker has committed to Texas A&M. Our TexAgs Recruiting duo details the 6-foot-1, 200-pounder following his Thursday announcement.

Fairburn (GA) Langston Hughes RB Carsyn Baker commits to Texas A&M

Football Recruiting ⋅ 2 days ago by Jason Howell

A few days ago, Fairburn (GA) Langston Hughes RB Carsyn Baker decommitted from Florida, and on Thursday, he committed to Mike Elko & Co. Baker is A&M's 29th pledge in the boat, choosing the Maroon & White over Florida, South Carolina, Kentucky, North Carolina and more.

Around the SEC: Early Signing Period News & Notes

Football Recruiting ⋅ 2 days ago by Jason Howell

The Early Signing Period has come and gone as a number of the nation's top prospects have signed on the dotted line. It is time to take a look at the latest happenings in the SEC footprint on the recruiting front.

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B-Team: Bonus recruiting coverage on Early Signing Day 2025

Football Recruiting ⋅ 3 days ago by TexAgs Recruiting

Late afternoons are for the B-Team as Ryan Brauninger and the crew join you on the drive home each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoon! On Episode 42 of the B-Team, we focused all of our attention on Texas A&M recruiting as the Early Signing Period is officially open.

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Standout safety Chance Collins is 'glad' with his Texas A&M decision

Football Recruiting ⋅ 3 days ago by Jason Howell

Mansfield Timberview standout S Chance Collins committed to Texas A&M this summer, and today, he made it official as he signed with the Aggies. On Wednesday, Collins, his parents and his coach shared their excitement about his future in Aggieland.

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In-Home Visit: Texas A&M set to ink 2026 recruiting class on Wednesday

Football Recruiting ⋅ 4 days ago by TexAgs Recruiting

On the eve of the early signing period, Texas A&M is putting the finishing touches on what should be a top-10 class of 2026 signees. With a few names to watch ahead of Wednesday, the recruiting duo of Jason Howell and Ryan Brauninger runs down the latest involving the Maroon & White.

Texas A&M's 2026 class is well-positioned ahead of early signing period

Football Recruiting ⋅ 4 days ago by Jason Howell

With stability and a culture of development driving the Aggies toward championship potential, the December signing period is still vitally important for programs like Texas A&M, and with the class of 2026, the Ags are well-positioned before prospects put pen to paper on Wednesday.

DFW Notes on some key 2026s

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 days ago by Jason Howell

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Highlights: Carthage pulls off comeback victory vs. Pleasant Grove

Football Recruiting ⋅ 7 days ago by Jason Howell

On Friday, Carthage and Pleasant Grove went toe-to-toe in a highly anticipated East Texas playoff matchup. Carthage erased a 17-7 halftime deficit and pulled away for the 34-20 win. TexAgs was there for the action, and now we bring you the highlights.

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A&M RB pledge KJ Edwards scores three times in Carthage's Friday win

Football Recruiting ⋅ 7 days ago by Jason Howell

2026 Carthage RB and Texas A&M commit KJ Edwards found the endzone three times as the Bulldogs pulled away for a 34-20 playoff win over Pleasant Grove. Afterward, he spoke to TexAgs about the performance as well as his feelings as signing day approaches on Wednesday.

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2026 Carthage LB DaQuives Beck set to sign with A&M on Wednesday

Football Recruiting ⋅ 7 days ago by Jason Howell

2026 Texas A&M LB commit DaQuives Beck was back in action Friday for the first time in a few weeks, and he helped Carthage come back from a 17-7 halftime deficit to pull out the 34-20 win over Pleasant Grove. He is also preparing to sign on Wednesday, and after the big win, he spoke to TexAgs.

Three Things: Recruiting momentum to be seized, NSD approaching

8 days ago by Jason Howell

As he does every Friday morning, TexAgs' senior recruiting analyst Jason Howell offered up another round of his weekly recruiting thoughts. In this edition of his Three Things, Howell discussed Texas A&M's opportunity in Austin, in-state prospects and more.

Around Texas: A round-up of recruiting news in the Lone Star State

Football Recruiting ⋅ 9 days ago by Jason Howell

Around the state of Texas, decisions are being made, visits are being taken, and offers are being extended as recruiting never stops in this great state. It is time to take a look at the latest happenings on the Lone Star State recruiting front.

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Recruiting Country: The latest recruiting news surrounding the Maroon & White

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 10 days ago by Jason Howell

TexAgs' senior recruiting analyst Jason Howell joined TexAgs Live on Wednesday morning for another edition of Recruiting Country presented by American Momentum Bank, highlighting the latest news and notes from the recruiting trail surrounding Texas A&M.

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TexAgs Rewind (11/26)

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 10 days ago by TexAgs Live

Wednesday's edition of the rewind heard the GO Hour with TexAgs columnist Olin Buchanan, former Texas A&M wide receiver Kendrick Rogers, former Texas A&M tight end Max Wright and Recruiting Country with Jason Howell.

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Coach's Take: Shane Tolleson raves about JayQuan Snell's maturity

Football Recruiting ⋅ 11 days ago by Jason Howell

2027 Waxahachie (TX) S JayQuan Snell made some big waves across the recruiting landscape when he committed to Texas A&M, and he's putting together another strong season. Waxahachie head coach Shane Tolleson spoke to TexAgs to provide a more in-depth look at Snell.