Aggies Gear Up for 2026 CFP Run

The road to the 2026 College Football Playoff is underway for Texas A&M, as the team commences spring football. This follows a pivotal season marked by their first double-digit win total in nearly a decade and their initial CFP appearance. The program's resurgence is attributed to a culture shift initiated by head coach Mike Elko, bolstered by an intensified focus in the weight room under Director of Football Strength & Conditioning Tommy Moffitt.

Spring practice serves as a critical period for player development, competition, and system installation. This year's camp is particularly significant with the introduction of new offensive coordinator Holmon Wiggins and defensive coordinator Lyle Hemphill, both promoted internally. Wiggins aims to build upon the established cultural and developmental foundation, while Hemphill intends to preserve the defensive identity that powered their breakthrough, with a specific focus on increasing takeaways.

Both coordinators view spring ball as the essential starting point for installing their respective systems, fostering competition, and sharpening the standard that led the Aggies to their first College Football Playoff. They are tasked with further elevating their units as they head into the third year of the Mike Elko era.