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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'It's home': Connections push A&M over the top for DaQuives Beck

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

2026 Carthage linebacker DaQuives Beck left no doubt with his announcement as he picked Texas A&M over Oklahoma. After making his commitment to Mike Elko and the Aggies public, Beck spoke to TexAgs about his decision and his future in Aggieland.

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In-Home Visit: State champion DaQuives Beck joins A&M's 2026 class

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by TexAgs Recruiting

Mike Elko & Co. have dipped into the Piney Woods of East Texas for the verbal commitment of 2026 Carthage linebacker DaQuives Beck. Our TexAgs recruiting duo of Jason Howell and Ryan Brauninger analyze what the sideline-to-sideline defender brings to A&M's 2026 class.

2026 Carthage linebacker DaQuives Beck commits to Texas A&M

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

Mike Elko and the Fightin' Texas Aggies dipped into East Texas for the verbal pledge of 2026 Carthage linebacker DaQuives Beck. With Jay Bateman leading the way for the Maroon & White, Beck becomes the 22nd member of Texas A&M's 2026 recruiting class.

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Latest thoughts and feelings on a few announcements

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

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Texas A&M QB commit Helaman Casuga proud of his Elite 11 showing

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

2026 Draper (UT) Corner Canyon QB and Texas A&M commit Helaman Casuga has had Elite 11 circled for quite some time, and in June, that goal became a reality. Following his experience in Los Angeles, Casuga spoke to TexAgs about what he learned at the Elite 11.

2027 RB Lathan Whisenton's busy summer brought him to Aggieland

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

2027 Waco (TX) Midway running back Lathan Whisenton has been a traveling man this summer, and College Station and Austin were among the in-state stops. Over the weekend, he was back in College Station for the Texas State 7-on-7 Championships.

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Crandall WR Jeremiah Douglas recaps 'good experience' visiting A&M

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

Offered by Texas A&M in the fall, Crandall's Jeremiah Douglas is one of the top receivers in the state of Texas. The 2027 wideout discussed his visit experience in Aggieland, his relationship with Holmon Wiggins and his recruitment.

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2027 Argyle Liberty Christian LB Cooper Witten talks busy summer

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

2027 Argyle Liberty Christian LB Cooper Witten turned heads while playing linebacker and receiver at the Texas State 7-on-7 Championships in College Station. Afterward, he spoke to TexAgs about his recruitment, Texas A&M and much more.

The latest on Legend Bey

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

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DeSoto wideout Boobie Feaster talks A&M as decision date nears

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

2026 DeSoto wide receiver Boobie Feaster is nearing his decision date, with four schools on the top of his mind. He was back in College Station for the State 7-on-7 Championships, and he spoke to TexAgs about his recruitment, his decision date and his next steps.

Three Things: Thoughts on OL haul, 2026s to watch & more

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo 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 shared thoughts on Texas A&M's busy June and who could be next.

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

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

The camp circuit is kicking into full gear as summer recruiting takes off, and prospects are taking unofficial and official visits to campuses. It is time to take a look at the latest happenings on the Lone Star State recruiting front as the offseason rolls on.

'Family, family, family': Zaden Krempin feels at home in College Station

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

2026 Prosper (TX) offensive lineman Zaden Krempin? has been on college radars since his freshman year, and on Wednesday, he committed to Texas A&M. Following his announcement, he spoke to TexAgs about what led him to Aggieland and more.

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Coach's Take: Prosper's Brian Thompson dives into Krempin's mentality

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

Prosper offensive line coach Brian Thompson has known Zaden Krempin since he was a youngster on the offensive line. Following Krempin's commitment to Texas A&M, Thompson spoke to TexAgs about the future Maroon Goon's mentality and much more.

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In-Home Visit: Krempin a key head-to-head win for the Maroon Goons

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by TexAgs Recruiting

Prosper product Zaden Krempin has committed to Texas A&M over the likes of Texas, LSU and Michigan as Mike Elko, Adam Cushing and the Aggies pick up a huge head-to-head victory. Our TexAgs Recruiting team analyzes Krempin's addition as A&M's offensive line class grows.

2026 Prosper offensive lineman Zaden Krempin commits to Texas A&M

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

Prosper standout offensive lineman Zaden Krempin announced his verbal commitment to Texas A&M, becoming the 21st member of Mike Elko's 2026 recruiting class. At 6-foot-5 and 275 pounds, Krempin is the third offensive lineman to commit to Adam Cushing in the class.

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In-Home Visit: High-upside OL Avery Morcho picks Ags over in-state foes

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by TexAgs Recruiting

Texas A&M's incredible month of June continues with the commitment of Fort Bend Ridge Point offensive lineman Avery Morcho. With another Maroon Goon in the fold, our TexAgs Recruiting duo breaks down the latest addition for Mike Elko's Aggies.

Decisions beginning to pop up as official visit season comes to a close

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

Since the beginning of June, Mike Elko and Texas A&M have added eight prospects to their growing 2026 class, and with plenty of decision dates scattered throughout the coming weeks, the Aggies likely won't have to wait long to find out who is next to join the Maroon & White.

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A&M commit Samu Moala shuts down recruitment following official visit

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

2026 Lawndale (CA) Luezinger edge defender Samu Moala committed to Texas A&M in October, but over the weekend, he was back in College Station for his official visit. After his visit, he is ready to lock down his recruitment.

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Aggie WR commit Madden Williams feels comfortable in College Station

Football Recruiting ⋅ 5 mo ago by Jason Howell

2026 Bellflower (CA) St. John Bosco WR Madden Williams committed to Texas A&M in December, and this weekend, he returned to College Station for his official visit. Afterward, he spoke to TexAgs about his latest experience in Aggieland.