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.

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Setting the Scene: Hoops talkin' szn ramps up on Tuesday in Birmingham

Texas A&M Basketball ⋅ 2 mo ago by Luke Evangelist

The 2025-26 edition of SEC Basketball Media Days has arrived. From Bucky McMillan's old stomping grounds of Mountain Brook High School, Luke Evangelist and Olin Buchanan preview what to expect as representatives from all 16 SEC teams make their way to Birmingham.

11:19

TexAgs Rewind (10/13)

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

Monday's edition of the rewind heard the GO Hour with TexAgs columnist and Heisman Trophy voter Olin Buchanan, ESPN & SEC Network host Marty Smith and TexAgs co-owner and executive editor Billy Liucci.

Learned, Loved, Loathed: Texas A&M 34, Florida 17

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

Defense again takes the headlines in Aggieland as the Fightin' Texas Aggies were dominant over the final three quarters of a 34-17 win over Florida in Week 7. Olin Buchanan shares what he learned, loved and loathed about A&M's showing vs. the Gators.

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No. 5 Aggies ride 'New Crew' defense to 34-17 win over Florida

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

Once again, No. 5 Texas A&M rode its suffocating defense to a third consecutive SEC victory as the Aggies shut down Florida over the final 45 minutes en route to a 34-17 win at Kyle Field. After the first quarter, A&M allowed just 167 yards and a field goal to improve to 6-0 on the year.

Nothing normal about No. 5 Texas A&M's task vs. low-scoring Florida

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

Earlier this week, Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko called the Florida Gators the "most talented" team the fifth-ranked Aggies will face thus far. While stats might suggest otherwise, the Maroon & White are hoping to prove they're ready for the challenges Florida presents.

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

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 3 mo 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! Can Liucci get above .500 this year? Will Seth again beat Steve? Can Nuño get out of the cellar? Follow all season long and offer your picks in the thread!

10:18

TexAgs Rewind (10/10)

Texas A&M Football ⋅ 3 mo 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 Billy Liucci and The Final Countdown with the McKinney Bros.

Key Matchups: No. 5 Texas A&M vs. Florida

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

It's another night game at Kyle Field as No. 5 Texas A&M (5-0, 2-0) welcomes Florida (2-3, 1-1) to the Home of the 12th Man for a Saturday night showdown under the lights. Ahead of the contest, Olin Buchanan details the in-game matchups that will have the greatest impact on the outcome.

SEC Round-Up: It's time for the Show Me State's Tigers to show us

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

Eli Drinkwitz's Missouri team is unbeaten and currently ranked 14th nationally, but there are plenty of skeptics who believe the Tigers have only feasted on cupcakes. With No. 8 Alabama coming to Columbia on Saturday, it's a chance for Mizzou to prove themselves.

Players to Watch: No. 5 Texas A&M vs. Florida

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

Sitting at 5-0 and No. 5 in the national polls, Texas A&M is set to host Florida under the Kyle Field lights on Saturday night, with kickoff set for 6 p.m. CT. With the Aggies playing their third-straight home game, Olin Buchanan identifies players from both teams to keep an eye on.

11:19

TexAgs Rewind (10/9)

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

Thursday's edition of the rewind heard former Texas A&M quarterback Stephen McGee, On3's J.D. PicKell, Texas A&M head baseball coach Michael Earley and The Fan Show.

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McGee discusses the need for consistency, decisiveness vs. Florida

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

Former Texas A&M quarterback Stephen McGee joined us in studio on Thursday's edition of TexAgs Live to discuss the importance of consistency offensively and defensively. McGee also highlighted Marcel Reed's recent performance before looking ahead as A&M hosts Florida.

Around CFB: From burdensome situation to easing some of the burden

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

Last year, Texas A&M quarterback Marcel Reed faced Florida at The Swamp in his first career start. This year, with a 5-0 record and a No. 5 ranking, the now-experienced Reed leads the Aggies against the Gators on their home turf of Kyle Field for another crucial contest.

10:47

TexAgs Rewind (10/8)

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

Wednesday's edition of the rewind heard former Texas A&M DE Damontre Moore, Former Texas A&M TE Max Wright, Former Texas A&M RB Bubba Bean and SEC Network host Peter Burns.

Rushing (a little) more could land Howell among A&M's all-time greats

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

Through five games, Texas A&M defensive end Cashius Howell is on pace for 16.5 sacks in 2025, which would be the most by an Aggie since Von Miller totaled 17 in 2009. If he can continue his torrid start, Howell could land in conversations among A&M's all-time great pass rushers.

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TexAgs Rewind (10/7)

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

Tuesday's edition of the rewind heard the GO Hour with TexAgs columnist Olin Buchanan, college football analyst Josh Pate, Texas A&M head volleyball coach Jamie Morrison and former Texas A&M defensive back Jordan Pugh.

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Charean Williams details what A&M must do to keep wins rolling in

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

On Tuesday's edition of TexAgs Live, ProFootballTalk.com's Charean Williams provides takeaways from No. 5 Texas A&M's 31-9 win over Mississippi State. Williams highlighted what the Aggies can improve upon in Week 7 as they host another high-caliber opponent in Florida.

Key to Texas A&M's third-down dominance lies in early-down success

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

It's no secret that Texas A&M's defense has found success on third down over the last two weeks as the Aggies have held both Auburn and Mississippi State to a combined 1-of-23. However, as Mike Elko points out, the key to that success comes from winning on earlier downs.

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TexAgs Rewind (10/6)

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

Monday's edition of the rewind heard the GO Hour with TexAgs columnist and Heisman Trophy voter Olin Buchanan, ESPN & SEC Network host Marty Smith, TexAgs co-owner and executive editor Billy Liucci and SEC Network analyst Chris Doering.

Learned, Loved, Loathed: Texas A&M 31, Mississippi State 9

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

Second-half dominance from the Fightin' Texas Aggies helped them improve to 5-0 overall and 2-0 in the Southeastern Conference with a 31-9 win over Mississippi State. Olin Buchanan shares what he learned, loved and loathed about A&M's Week 6 showing in College Station.