Texas A&M Football Climbs in AP and Coaches Polls

College Station, Texas, September 8, 2025

News Summary

Texas A&M football has achieved significant rankings after their victory over Utah State, moving to 16th in the AP Top 25 and 17th in the LBM Coaches Poll. The Aggies’ 44-24 win showcased strong performances, especially from quarterback Marcel Reed. They now prepare for a challenging match against 9th-ranked Notre Dame, aiming to build on their recent momentum and improve their competitive standing in collegiate football.

College Station, Texas – Texas A&M football has climbed to 16th in the AP Top 25 poll and 17th in the LBM Coaches Poll following their Week 2 victory over Utah State. The Aggies jumped three spots in the AP Poll and five in the Coaches Poll, solidifying their presence among the nine Southeastern Conference (SEC) teams ranked in both polls after the second week of the season.

After finishing the 2024 season unranked, Texas A&M made an impactful return to the rankings, buoyed by a convincing 44-24 win against Utah State. The Aggies initially found themselves leading narrowly at 7-6 during the first quarter but pulled away decisively to secure the victory. Quarterback Marcel Reed played a pivotal role in the win, throwing three touchdown passes and adding another with his legs before leaving the game for a medical check following an awkward fall. However, assurances were given that Reed’s condition was stable after the game.

Next on their agenda, Texas A&M will face a tough challenge against the 9th-ranked Notre Dame, who did not play in Week 2 following a narrow 27-24 loss to Miami. This upcoming matchup marks a rematch from the prior season, where Notre Dame defeated Texas A&M 23-13 in College Station. The Aggies now look to build on their current momentum built from their victories over UTSA with a score of 42-24 and Utah State.

The Aggies are scheduled to kick off against Notre Dame at 6:30 PM on Saturday. As the season progresses, the team aims to maintain their upward trajectory in both polls and solidify their competitive standing within the SEC.

Week 3 AP Top 25 Rankings

• 1. Ohio State
• 2. Penn State
• 3. LSU
• 4. Oregon
• 5. Miami
• 6. Georgia
• 7. Texas
• 8. Notre Dame
• 9. Illinois
• 10. Florida State
• 11. South Carolina
• 12. Clemson
• 13. Oklahoma
• 14. Iowa State
• 15. Tennessee
• 16. Texas A&M
• 17. Ole Miss
• 18. South Florida
• 19. Alabama
• 20. Utah
• 21. Texas Tech
• 22. Indiana
• 23. Michigan
• 24. Auburn
• 25. Missouri

Background Context

The Aggies had a challenging season in 2024, ending the year without a ranking. However, their strong start to the 2025 season, marked by solid performances and strategic gains, has reestablished Texas A&M’s reputation as a formidable competitor in collegiate football. The cooperative effort of the coaching staff under Head Coach Mike Elko, combined with the dynamic plays from athletes like Reed, have vitalized fan support and set ambitious goals for the team as they are on the upswing in national rankings.

Next Steps for Texas A&M

With the upcoming game against Notre Dame, Texas A&M will look to avenge last season’s loss and continue its ascent. Strong performances in crucial matchups against ranked opponents like Notre Dame will be essential for the Aggies if they hope to further improve their standings going forward.

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Additional Resources

• Houston Chronicle
• Wikipedia: Texas A&M Aggies football
• Statesman
• Google Search: Texas A&M football
• On3
• Google Scholar: College football rankings 2025
• Gig Em Gazette
• Encyclopedia Britannica: SEC football
• Sportsnaut
• Google News: College Football Rankings

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