In a stunning turn of events, the Texas A&M Aggies have landed commitments from two highly-touted 2026 prospects, Jordan Carter and Aaron Gregory, just hours after securing a pivotal 38-23 victory over the LSU Tigers. The win, which came on the heels of a gutsy quarterback change by head coach Mike Elko, propelled the Aggies to the top of the SEC standings and firmly into the College Football Playoff conversation.
A&M’s 2026 Class Takes Shape
Carter, a 6-foot-3, 235-pound defensive end from Douglas County High School in Georgia, is ranked as the No. 2 player at his position and the 23rd overall prospect in the ESPN Junior 300. His teammate, Gregory, is a versatile two-way standout who excels at both wide receiver and defensive back. The duo’s commitment to Texas A&M comes on the heels of their visit to College Station for the LSU game, where they witnessed firsthand the electric atmosphere and the Aggies’ resilient performance.
This is a real program. It’s not fake. It’s not a politician running this program, talking fast and BS-ing everybody. This is a real program and for all the recruits out there, this is a real place.
– Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko
Building Momentum in College Station
The commitments of Carter and Gregory bring Texas A&M’s 2026 class to six prospects, with three now hailing from the ESPN Junior 300. The Aggies also hold pledges from quarterback Helaman Casuga (No. 5 dual-threat passer), safety Markel Ford, cornerback Ryan Gilbert, and defensive tackle Trashawn Ruffin. This early success on the recruiting trail is a testament to the program’s upward trajectory under Elko, who has guided A&M to a 7-0 record in SEC play in his first season at the helm.
The Aggies’ 2025 class is also shaping up to be a force, with 12 ESPN 300 prospects already committed. As Texas A&M continues to build momentum both on the field and in recruiting, the future looks incredibly bright for a program that has long been on the cusp of breaking through as a perennial contender.
The Road Ahead
With their win over LSU, Texas A&M moved up to No. 10 in the latest Associated Press Top 25 poll. The Aggies will look to keep their undefeated SEC record intact when they travel to face the South Carolina Gamecocks in Week 10. As the season progresses and the stakes continue to rise, all eyes will be on Elko and his team to see if they can maintain their winning ways and secure a spot in the College Football Playoff.
For now, however, the Aggies can savor the moment and the knowledge that their future is in good hands. With top-tier recruits like Carter and Gregory buying into Elko’s vision and the program’s undeniable momentum, Texas A&M appears poised to make some serious noise in the coming years. As one source close to the program put it, “This is just the beginning. The best is yet to come for Aggie football.”
