College Station, TX, September 30, 2025

News Summary

In an effort to address ongoing penalty issues, Texas A&M football coach Mike Elko has introduced the ‘Texas A&M Football Coaches Cabo Fund’. Following a win over Auburn, where the team committed 13 penalties for 119 yards, this innovative initiative requires players to contribute for each penalty. With the Aggies averaging 9.5 penalties per game this season, the move aims to promote accountability and discipline amidst concerns about their performance as they prepare for their next match against Mississippi State.

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Texas A&M football coach Mike Elko has implemented a new approach to tackle the team’s persistent penalty issues, following a closely contested victory against Auburn. The Aggies committed a staggering 13 penalties for a total of 119 yards during their recent 16-10 win, causing significant concern regarding discipline moving forward.

In a lighthearted take on the situation, coach Elko introduced the ‘Texas A&M Football Coaches Cabo Fund’. Under this policy, players are required to contribute funds for each penalty committed during the game. This initiative aims not only to hold players accountable for their actions but also to serve as a humorous reminder of the importance of discipline on the field.

Currently, Texas A&M has accumulated 38 penalties for a total of 309 yards over the first four games of the season. The team ranks 118th nationally in penalties and 14th among teams in the Southeastern Conference (SEC). If the current penalty pace continues, the Aggies could end up with over 120 penalties and more than 1,000 yards lost to penalties throughout the season, including bowl games.

In 2022, the Aggies committed 98 penalties for 862 yards over the course of 13 games. This season, the team has averaged 9.5 penalties per game, which is two penalties more than during Elko’s initial coaching year.

Of the 13 penalties incurred against Auburn, six were classified as either offensive or defensive holding, racking up 60 yards. Additionally, three personal fouls resulted in 44 lost yards. Notably, one key penalty negated a touchdown attempt in the fourth quarter, while a grounding call against quarterback Marcel Reed set off another penalty for unsportsmanlike conduct on offensive lineman Chase Bisontis.

Elko has stressed that the Aggies must eliminate avoidable mistakes such as false starts and post-whistle penalties to become a more disciplined and competitive team. The focus on discipline is especially timely, as Texas A&M prepares to face their next opponent, Mississippi State. Notably, Mississippi State is also grappling with penalty issues, having committed 47 penalties for 427 yards in their five games so far.

Despite the penalty troubles, the Aggies managed to record over 400 yards of offense and achieve 20 first downs against Auburn. However, they could only convert this into 16 points, showcasing how self-inflicted errors can hinder scoring opportunities.

Looking ahead, the team is keeping a close eye on linebacker Scooby Williams, who remains day-to-day due to an injury sustained in the previous game. Daymion Sanford filled in for him during the match against Auburn. Coach Elko also announced the internal players of the week following the win:

• Offensive Line: Dametrious Crownover
• Defensive Line: DJ Hicks
• Offensive Player: RB Le’Veon Moss
• Defensive Player: LB Taurean York
• Special Teams Player: Jarred Kerr

Summary of Key Points

• Texas A&M committed 13 penalties for 119 yards in their win against Auburn.
• Introduced ‘Cabo Fund’, where players donate for penalties.
• Team ranks 118th nationally in penalties; averaging 9.5 per game.
• Potential for over 120 penalties and 1,000 yards lost this season.
• Facing Mississippi State next, who also struggles with penalties.

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• Encyclopedia Britannica: American College Football
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• Google News: Texas A&M vs Auburn 2025

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