Even after stumbling in Columbia, Mike Elko and the Aggies' recruiting momentum hasn't been derailed as evidenced by Monday's commitment from Xavier Tiller. Offering a glass half-full perspective, Ryan Brauninger runs down recent news from the A&M recruiting world.

Mike Elko & Co. have never had a recruiting stretch quite like they did when LSU came to town over the weekend to battle for first in the SEC. The hype, stakes and atmosphere were different, and most importantly, the results on the field and recruiting trail were different, too.

Texas A&M OC and QB coach Collin Klein has enjoyed early success recruiting, securing the commitments of top targets in Husan Longstreet and now Helaman Casuga. The former Heisman Trophy finalist is far from flashy, but he knows how to forge meaningful bonds.

Mike Elko and his staff made it a priority to reestablish Texas A&M as a premier program for recruits in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and have immediately seen results. The Aggies' five 2025 D-FW commits are the most since 2019. And who knows, there may be more.

Recruiting action never stops, but September tends to be a little slower — at least in the senior class. During this time, Texas A&M and Mike Elko may not have all the questions answered, but they continue to position themselves well as the end of the year slowly approaches.

As the 2024 high school football season kicks off, plenty of Aggie pledges will take the field in hopes of leading their respective programs to glory. Ryan Brauninger provides a deep dive of matchups to keep an eye on in addition to latest intel for commits in his area of coverage.

The wait is almost over as small town showdowns, longtime rivalries and top-20 clashes next week usher in the 2024 high school football season. After the action, plenty of Texas A&M commits and targets will flock to College Station to take in the season opener vs. Notre Dame.

Now in the midst of August, recruiting's 'Forgotten Period' has arrived as many start to lose sight of the bigger picture and work it takes to put together a well-rounded class. Sure, circumstances change year-to-year, but taking a step back during this time can be eye-opening.

Since Mike Elko arrived in November, Texas A&M has undergone substantial changes that appear to be setting the program up for long-term success. Far from glitz and glamor, the Aggies have rolled up their sleeves and gone to work, especially on the recruiting front.

Texas A&M football is gearing up for a big recruiting weekend as many of its 2025 commits will soon venture to College Station. Continuing where Ryan Brauninger left off last week, Jason Howell compares current defensive commits to former Texas A&M players.

Football season is quietly approaching as anticipation continues to run high for Mike Elko's first campaign leading the Maroon & White. To help lighten up the "dead period" of summer, Ryan Brauninger compares current offensive commits to former Texas A&M players.

Reeling in several top prospects over the last few weeks, Mike Elko & Co. have made significant strides on the recruiting trail from California to D-FW. Some questions have been answered as everything continues to come together. Others remain unanswered, at least for now.

June OVs have come to an end, and it was a crazy busy time in Aggieland. Hosting a total of 42 official visitors from 11 different states, Mike Elko & Co. are continuing to keep tabs on top prospects across the board as many are preparing to make summertime decisions.

Mike Elko has been methodically constructing his program and, halfway through this current recruiting cycle, it's become obvious the Aggies are prioritizing versatility. Much like the coaching staff, A&M's commits and top targets are guys who can do a little bit of everything.

June has arrived, and high school football recruiting is in full swing as recruits are making visits, announcing commitment dates and forging new connections. TexAgs' Ryan Brauninger answers questions regarding Texas A&M's class and where it stands on potential commits.

There's a long and storied lineage of successful running backs and linebackers throughout program history at Texas A&M. As Mike Elko and his staff envision the future of Aggie football, they'll look to set the tone on and off the field by building a group filled with dynamic athletes.

Recruiting action is more chaotic than ever as offers are extended daily and movement in the transfer portal has left coaches spinning. With the Early Signing Period in the books, Mike Elko continues to build his program and compete for top players one way or another.