2008 Texas A&M Aggies football team

American college football season December 2022 February 2026 August 2023 2008 Texas A&M Aggies Texas A&M University logo.svg 125px Big 12 Conference South Division Big 12 4–8 2–6 Mike Sherman 1st Nolan Cromwell Multiple pro-style 1st Joe Kines 1st 3–4 Kyle Field File:Big12-Uniform-TAMU-2007-2008.png The 2008 Texas A&M football team (often referred to as "A&M" or the "Texas Aggies") represented Texas A&M University in the 2008 NCAA Division I FBS football season. The team was led by first-year head coach Mike Sherman, who replaced Dennis Franchione after the previous season. Preseason Recruiting While head coach Mike Sherman was finishing his offensive coordinator duty for the Houston Texans, he contacted A&M's orally committed recruitshttp://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/topstories/stories/122307dnspotamumen.2ac781d.html No worries as Texas A&M waits The Dallas Morning News December 23, 2007 December 23, 2007 Davis, Brian https://web.archive.org/web/20071226114620/http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/topstories/stories/122307dnspotamumen.2ac781d.html December 26, 2007 dead by telephone,http://www.star-telegram.com/college_sports/story/325898.html https://archive.today/20071021060738/http://www.star-telegram.com/college_sports/story/325898.html dead October 21, 2007 Sherman won't be on the job yet Lori Dann Fort Worth Star-Telegram November 27, 2007 November 27, 2007 Miller John http://www.statesman.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/austin/aggies/entries/2007/11/26/aggies_give_thumbs_up_to_sherm.html Aggies give thumbs up to Sherman Austin American-Statesman November 26, 2007 November 26, 2007 Riggs, Randy https://web.archive.org/web/20071128145853/http://www.statesman.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/austin/aggies/entries/2007/11/26/aggies_give_thumbs_up_to_sherm.html November 28, 2007 dead and hired former Nebraska recruiting coordinator Tim Cassidy—who had been the recruiting coordinator at A&M from 1989–2004—to serve as the recruiting coordinator for football.http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/stories/120107dnspoaggieslede.540c3021.html Tim Cassidy returns as Texas A&M recruiting coordinator The Dallas Morning News November 30, 2007 November 30, 2007 Davis, Brian https://web.archive.org/web/20071202111222/http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/stories/120107dnspoaggieslede.540c3021.html December 2, 2007 dead Once Sherman commenced his head coaching duties, he and his coaching staff scoured the state for speedy players, recruiting running back Cyrus Gray, wide receiver Jeffrey Fuller, linebacker Ricky Cavanaugh, defensive backs Terrence Frederick and Trent Hunter, and defensive tackle Eddie Brown. The coaches also signed five offensive lineman and three tight ends, after losing four starting offensive lineman and two starting tight ends from the 2007 season.College football: Sherman makes solid recruiting debut Brent Zwerneman http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/big12/stories/MYSA.02072008.Aggies_Overview.EN.351b52b.html San Antonio Express-News February 6, 2008 February 6, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080209022530/http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/big12/stories/MYSA.02072008.Aggies_Overview.EN.351b52b.html February 9, 2008 The staff was able to retain 18 of the previous coaching staff's recruits, but lost another 3 to other schools. Jeff Fuller, Tommy Dorman, and A&M's only junior college transfer, Matt Moss, enrolled at A&M in the spring to take part in spring practices.https://theeagle.com/sports/college/aggiesports/ Aggie Sports The Eagle The Eagle In all, A&M received letters of intent from 24 players on National Signing Day, which was on February 6, 2008. Of those 24, 3 ranked in ESPN's top 150 national players list,https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/school/_/id/245/class/2023 College Football Recruiting Classes ESPN.com and 5 ranked in Rivals.com's top 250.http://tamu.rivals.com/viewrank.asp?SID=893&Year=2008&ra_key=1738 Rivals.com Prospect Rankings 2019-07-02 2012-07-15 https://archive.today/20120715024048/http://tamu.rivals.com/viewrank.asp?SID=893&Year=2008&ra_key=1738 bot: unknown 22 are from Texas.http://www.star-telegram.com/college_sports/story/459067.html June 2011 Rivals.com also included 14 of the commits on its Texas Top 100 ranking.http://tamu.rivals.com/viewrank.asp?ra_key=1843&Year=2008 Rivals.com Prospect Rankings 2008-02-07 https://web.archive.org/web/20080219041342/http://tamu.rivals.com/viewrank.asp?ra_key=1843 2008-02-19 dead The recruiting class was ranked No. 16 by Rivals, No. 15 by Scout.com,https://247sports.com/Season/2008-Football/ScoutTeamRankings/ 2008 Football Scout Scout Scout Team Rankings 247Sports and No. 25 by ESPN.https://www.espn.com/college-sports/recruiting/football/columns/story?columnist=luginbill_tom&id=3233826 Top-25 2008 recruiting classes February 6, 2008 ESPN.com Derrick Hall and Blake Chavis were not able to make the team due to academic ineligibility.http://www.kbtx.com/sports/headlines/26229024.html Aggie Football Team Begins Practice Monday August 23, 2008 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20110522124538/http://www.kbtx.com/sports/headlines/26229024.html May 22, 2011 yes yes 2008 Josh Ayers OL Euless, Texas Trinity 6 5 282 5 2006-02-27 3 3 Eddie Brown DT Waller, Texas Trinity 6 2 266 4.6 2008-01-24 3 Aaron Buckley LB Palacios, Texas Palacios 2007-04-24 2 3 6 1 225 4.54 Ricky Cavanaugh LB Austin, Texas Johnson 2008-01-27 2 2 6 2 215 4.5 Blake Chavis DE Beaumont, Texas West Brook Sr 2007-03-12 3 3 6 5 230 N/A LeRoy Chevalier OL Houston, Texas Yates 2008-01-11 3 3 6 6 325 N/A Rod Davis DT Aldine, Texas Eisenhower 2008-02-06 4 4 6 2 300 N/A Tommy Dorman QB North Richland Hills, Texas Birdville 6 3 204 4.63 2007-02-17 3 3 78 Adren Dorsey DT Tyler, Texas John Tyler 2007-09-26 3 3 6 4 285 4.8 Terrence Frederick DB Katy, Texas Katy 2008-02-04 2 2 5 10 170 4.45 Jeff Fuller WR McKinney, Texas Boyd 6 4 202 4.5 2007-12-09 4 4 80 Keon Furtch DB Paris, Texas Paris 2007-03-05 3 3 6 2 180 4.5 Cyrus Gray RB DeSoto, Texas DeSoto 2008-01-27 4 4 6 0 188 4.4 Derrick Hall ATH Beaumont, Texas Central Senior 2008-01-11 4 4 5 10 201 4.35 Trent Hunter DB Katy, Texas Katy 2007-12-18 4 3 5 10 189 4.5 Jeffrey Hyde OL Colleyville, Texas Covenant Christian Academy 2007-02-06 3 3 6 7 295 N/A Tony Jerod DE DeSoto, Texas DeSoto 2007-02-06 3 4 6 5 255 4.6 Chris Lathrop OL Cypress, Texas Cyfair 2007-05-21 3 3 6 4 288 4.9 Kyle Mangan LB Brenham, Texas Brenham 2007-05-17 4 3 6 2 225 4.6 Matt Moss DE El Cajon, California Grossmont College 6 4 270 4.7 2007-05-13 4 4 – Brian Thomas OL Pearland, Texas Pearland 2007-01-29 4 3 6 3 265 5 Joe Villavisencio OL Jacksonville, Texas Jacksonville 2007-01-30 3 2 6 4 305 N/A K.J. Williams ATH Norman, Oklahoma Norman North 2007-07-20 3 3 6 4 235 4.73 Andrew Wolridge DE Lexington, Texas Lexington 2007-05-24 3 4 6 2 235 4.5 yes 2008 Texas A&M Commit List for 2008 Texas A&M: Commits tamu 187 245 January 17, 2008 yes Players Position changes During the preseason, Coach Sherman made some player adjustments to fit his pro-style offensive scheme. Von Miller, who was a backup defensive end last season, and Garrick Williams, his high school teammate, were moved to outside linebacker. Safety Jordan Pugh was shifted to cornerback, which he played in high school. Devin Gregg moved to free safety from strong safety. Jordan Peterson, after playing two seasons at cornerback, became a safety. Jamie McCoy, who moved from quarterback to wide receiver the previous season, shifted to tight end.http://www.star-telegram.com/288/story/609471.html New coach means another new position for Texas A&M's McCoy Lori Dann Jun 9, 2008 August 23, 2008 June 2011 Defensive back Chevar Bryson and Kenny Brown became wideouts.http://www.aggiesports.com//Sherman--Aggies-ready-to-start-practice Sherman, Aggies ready to start practice August 23, 2008 Running back Jorvorskie Lane is losing weight to make the move from tailback to fullback.Fewer Rolls, New Role for Jorvorskie Lane? – FanHouse – AOL Sports Blog Billy Chavis made the move from linebacker to tight end.http://www.statesman.com/sports/content/sports/stories/other/04/20/0420aggies.html https://web.archive.org/web/20080423173928/http://www.statesman.com/sports/content/sports/stories/other/04/20/0420aggies.html dead Aggie running back corps shines April 23, 2008https://www.espn.com/college-football/news/story?id=3392110 Big 12 South spring recap: Team-by-team breakdowns May 13, 2008 ESPN.com Starting quarterback Stephen McGee recovered from surgery he had on his non-throwing shoulder in January 2008, causing him to miss most of the spring drills. He competed with sophomore Jerrod Johnson and freshman Ryan Tannehill for the starting position.College football: Sherman re-evaluates Aggies' backfield Brent Zwerneman http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/big12/stories/MYSA032608_AggiesSpring.en.283d5474.html San Antonio Express-News March 26, 2008 March 28, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080329140246/http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/big12/stories/MYSA032608_AggiesSpring.en.283d5474.html March 29, 2008 He was named the starter for the season-opener against Arkansas State, but continued to compete for the job for the remainder of the season. The Aggies are looking to improve their offensive line, after losing three starters, including two who earned all-Big 12 honors. They also are looking to field adequate linebackers and tight ends.https://sports.yahoo.com/top/news?slug=rivals-208967&prov=rivals&type=lgns Sherman has his work cut out at Texas A&M Yahoo! Sports March 26, 2008 March 23, 2008 Rivals.com dead https://web.archive.org/web/20110523203907/http://sports.yahoo.com/top/news?slug=rivals-208967 May 23, 2011 Departures On May 28, 2008, freshman linebacker Derrick Stephens, who redshirted in 2007, was forced to quit playing football due to multiple concussions. The school chose to honor his scholarship, and he planned to apply to the business school.http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/topstories/stories/052808dnspoambrief.40ba314.html Concussions force Texas A&M's Stephens to quit football Associated Press The Dallas Morning News May 28, 2008 August 23, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20081023000755/http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/topstories/stories/052808dnspoambrief.40ba314.html October 23, 2008 dead On June 6, 2008, kicker Matt Szymanski transferred to SMU for personal reasons.http://collegesportsblog.dallasnews.com/archives/2008/06/kicker-szymanski-leaving-am.html Kicker Szymanski leaving A&M Brian Davis The Dallas Morning News June 6, 2008 August 23, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080926024646/http://collegesportsblog.dallasnews.com/archives/2008/06/kicker-szymanski-leaving-am.html September 26, 2008 dead http://www.kbtx.com/sports/headlines/25923334.html Szymanski Headed To SMU August 23, 2008 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20110522124522/http://www.kbtx.com/sports/headlines/25923334.html May 22, 2011 On August 28, 2008, running back Cornell Tarrant transferred to Stephen F. Austin State University due to undisclosed personal reasons.http://collegesportsblog.dallasnews.com/archives/2008/08/texas-am-rb-tarrant-transfers-to-stephen.html Texas A&M RB Tarrant transfers to Stephen F. Austin Brandon George The Dallas Morning News August 28, 2008 August 28, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20081023000715/http://collegesportsblog.dallasnews.com/archives/2008/08/texas-am-rb-tarrant-transfers-to-stephen.html October 23, 2008 dead Honors Justin Brantly made the preseason All-Big 12 team and was also a Ray Guy Award candidate.http://www.big12sports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/071708aab.html https://archive.today/20130102012144/http://www.big12sports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/071708aab.html dead January 2, 2013 2008 Preseason All-Big 12 Football Team Announced August 23, 2008 http://www.kbtx.com/sports/headlines/28578794.html Brantly Named To Ray Guy Award Watch List September 18, 2008 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20110522124554/http://www.kbtx.com/sports/headlines/28578794.html May 22, 2011 Running back Mike Goodson and fullback Jorvorskie Lane were two of 75 college players named to the 2008 Maxwell Award watch list.http://www.kbtx.com/sports/headlines/22793649.html Goodson, Lane On Maxwell Watch List August 23, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080906091534/http://www.kbtx.com/sports/headlines/22793649.html September 6, 2008 dead mdy-all Additionally, quarterback Stephen McGee, along with 25 other quarterbacks, appeared on the 2008 Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award watch list.http://www.ncaafootball.com/index.php?s=&url_channel_id=34&url_article_id=12271&change_well_id=2 https://web.archive.org/web/20171201031919/http://www.ncaafootball.com/index.php?s=&url_channel_id=34&url_article_id=12271&change_well_id=2 dead December 1, 2017 Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award Watch List Named August 23, 2008 Spring game The Aggies played their spring intrasquad Maroon and White exhibition game on April 19, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. The game attracted 32,000 fans, including more than 100 college football prospects from the class of 2009.http://tamu.scout.com/2/744333.html Scout.com: Mansfield RB plans trip to A&M 2008-04-07 https://web.archive.org/web/20080723114317/http://tamu.scout.com/2/744333.html 2008-07-23 dead The game featured a new format of two halves. The first half featured a two-quarter game that pitted the Texas A&M team, led by quarterbacks Stephen McGee and Tommy Dorman, and the Texas Aggies team, led by quarterbacks Jerrod Johnson and Ryan Tannehill. The second half consisted of situational work, including the red zone, overtime, goal line, and two-minute drills. Two honorary student coaches, who were selected by the coaching staff and players, also served during the game. Each student coach gave their respective team a pre-game speech and interacted with players, coaches, and staff on the sidelines during the game.http://www.dailyorange.com/home/news/2008/04/24/News/Field.Goal-3345204.shtml Field goal The Daily Orange April 24, 2008 October 26, 2011 June 2017 InternetArchiveBot yes On the opening drive of the game, running back Mike Goodson picked up 58 yards on 8 carries, and McGee ended the drive with a 1-yard bootleg play to the endzone. On the next drive, led by Johnson, Bradley Stephens ran 41 yards on 5 carries, though the drive ended on a 44-yard field goal by Matt Szymanski. Dorman led the ensuing drive, and Cornell Tarrant eventually scored a touchdown on a 40-yard run. The Texas A&M team defeated the Texas Aggies 14–3. Tarrant became the leading rusher of the game with his 59 yards on 4 carries. McGee was the game's leading passer, completing 5-of-8 passes for 58 yards, though none of the passes were to a wide receiver. Converted tight end Jamie McCoy was the leading receiver with two catches for 31 yards, including a 25-yard catch thrown by McGee. Tannehill completed 6-of-10 passes for 50 yards, while Johnson was 3-of-5 for 25 yards. In the goal-line drill of the second half, defensive back Chevar Bryson made a length-of-the-field interception return for a touchdown. Jorvorskie Lane did not play due to a stomach virus.McGee passes for 58 yards in Aggies' annual spring game Associated Press http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D905C4NO1.html The Dallas Morning News April 20, 2008 April 20, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20081028190330/http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D905C4NO1.html October 28, 2008 deadhttp://www.kwtx.com/sports/headlines/17948534.html# Texas A&M Concludes Spring Football Practice With Maroon & White GameAugust 2026 InternetArchiveBot Head coach Mike Sherman commended the running backs, especially Mike Goodson, calling him a "very dangerous weapon". Though the Aggies didn't run any option plays in the game, the play-calling was run-heavy, as was planned.Spring football game gives A&M some answers Jack Molitor http://www.chron.com/sports/college-football/article/Spring-football-game-gives-A-M-some-answers-1778712.php Houston Chronicle April 20, 2008 April 20, 2008 Sherman stated that they had a running game because they "wanted to show some toughness, not just throw it around".A&M a 'work in progress' June 2011 Rankings and predictions In June 2008, Rivals.com ranked the team 65th out of 119 Division I FBS teams.http://collegefootball.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=815979 Preseason Countdown August 23, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080917024346/http://collegefootball.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=815979 September 17, 2008 dead mdy-all A Sporting News writer ranked the team No. 48 in his 2008 top 50 list.http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=431011 SN's team previews: No. 48 Texas A&M August 23, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080821082808/http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=431011 August 21, 2008 dead mdy-all Sports Illustrated ranked the Aggies 51st out of the 119 national teams.http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/football/ncaa/specials/preview/2008/08/05/rankings0811/index.html?eref=T1 https://web.archive.org/web/20080810104607/http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/football/ncaa/specials/preview/2008/08/05/rankings0811/index.html?eref=T1 dead August 10, 2008 Ranking every FBS team from 1 to 119 CNN August 6, 2008 April 22, 2010 A Washington Times columnist placed the team 65th,http://washingtontimes.com/weblogs/d1scourse/2008/Aug/09/college-football-countdown-nos-61-65/ College football countdown: Nos. 61–65 The Washington Times August 9, 2008 August 23, 2008 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20110606141950/http://www.washingtontimes.com/weblogs/d1scourse/2008/Aug/09/college-football-countdown-nos-61-65/ June 6, 2011 while an Orlando Sentinel reporter ranked it 38th.http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080820/BREAKING02/80820053/-1/SPORTSFRONT Rankings the 120 DI-A football teams: UH No. 55 The Honolulu Advertiser August 20, 2008 August 23, 2008August 2026 InternetArchiveBot Another Sporting News writer ranked the team's nonconference schedule the 4th toughest in the Big 12.http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=425162 Ranking the nonconference schedules: Big 12 August 23, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080801052223/http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=425162 August 1, 2008 dead mdy-all A Tulsa World sports columnist rated the Aggies 9th in the Big 12 in July 2008.http://www.tulsaworld.com/sports/article.aspx?articleID=20080723_2__Tulsa22110 12 Football Media Days: Ranking the teams 1–12 Tulsa World July 23, 2008 August 23, 2008 In June 2008, ESPN's Mark Schlabach predicted the team would face the Oregon State Beavers in the Brut Sun Bowl.https://www.espn.com/college-football/columns/story?columnist=schlabach_mark&id=3458435&lpos=spotlight&lid=tab5pos2 Early forecast predicts Buckeyes, Bulldogs in title game August 23, 2008 In July 2008, ESPN's Tim Griffin picked the team to go to the Texas Bowl to face longtime Southwest Conference rival SMU.http://myespn.go.com/blogs/big12/0-1-16/Early-Big-12-bowl-predictions.html?post=true Early Big 12 bowl predictions August 23, 2008 June 2017 InternetArchiveBot yes The Rivals.com staff predicted that A&M will not play in a bowl this season.http://collegefootball.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=842040 2008 Bowl schedule and predictions August 28, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080827152730/http://collegefootball.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=842040 August 27, 2008 dead mdy-all The 2008 edition of Dave Campbell's Texas Football predicted the team would finish the season with an 8–4 record.http://www.chron.com/commons/persona.html?newspaperUserId=sarcoog2010&plckController=PersonaBlog&plckScript=personaScript&plckElementId=personaDest&plckPersonaPage=BlogViewPost&plckPostId=Blog%3Asarcoog2010Post%3Adeb9e76e-b3d1-44ed-888b-937445abdb42 Review: Dave Campbell's Texas Football Dave Campbell Houston Chronicle August 23, 2008 August 23, 2008 Point-Spreads.com, a spread betting website, projected the Aggies to go 5–7.http://point-spreads.com/college-football/073108-texas-a-m-aggies-2008-college-football-betting-preview.html Texas A&M Aggies 2008 College Football Betting Preview August 23, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20110715101410/http://www.point-spreads.com/college-football/073108-texas-a-m-aggies-2008-college-football-betting-preview.html 2011-07-15 dead The official Big 12 Media Preseason Poll picked the Aggies to finish fifth in the Big 12 South.http://www.big12sports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/071608aaa.html Big 12 Announces 2008 Media Preseason Football Poll August 23, 2008 dead https://archive.today/20120729213213/http://www.big12sports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/071608aaa.html July 29, 2012 The Oklahoman ranked the wide receiver corps last in the Big 12.http://newsok.com/ranking-the-big-12-receiving-corps/article/3266482/?mp=0 John Helsley Ranking the Big 12 receiving corps The Oklahoman August 6, 2008 August 23, 2008 The same writer ranked the defensive line 10th,http://newsok.com/ranking-the-big-12-defensive-lines/article/3272567/?tm=1216523963 Ranking the Big 12: Defensive lines John Helsley The Oklahoman August 6, 2008 August 23, 2008 and the linebackers 10th as well.http://newsok.com/ranking-the-big-12-linebackers/article/3275477/?tm=1217126249 John Helsley Ranking the Big 12: Linebackers The Oklahoman August 6, 2008 August 23, 2008 The Kansas City Star rated the quarterbacks 10th, the running backs 1st, the offensive line 8th, the wide receivers and tight ends 12th, the defensive line 12th, the linebackers 11th, the defensive backs 5th, and the special teams 6th.http://www.kansascity.com/177/story/752032.html Big 12 position rankings The Kansas City Star August 23, 2008 August 23, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080824184731/http://www.kansascity.com/177/story/752032.html August 24, 2008 dead The team did not rank in the preseason AP or Coaches polls. It did receive 3 votes in the Coaches Poll, however.https://www.espn.com/college-football/rankings?seasonYear=2008&weekNumber=1&seasonType=2&pollId=2 2008 NCAA Football Rankings – Preseason (Aug. 17) August 23, 2008 Coaching staff After former coach Dennis Franchione resigned on November 23, 2007,http://www.chron.com/sports/college-football/article/Franchione-resigns-as-Texas-A-M-head-coach-1809971.php Franchione resigns as Texas A&M head coach Houston Chronicle November 24, 2007 November 24, 2007 Barron, David former Green Bay Packers head coach Mike Sherman, who was the Houston Texans' offensive coordinator at the time, was hired three days later, becoming the 28th head coach of the Texas A&M football program.http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/ap/college/5329158.html Texas A&M hires Sherman to replace Franchione Houston Chronicle November 26, 2007 November 26, 2007 Duncan, Chris Associated Press May 2016 medicmedic Sherman chose to finish his term with the Houston Texans before working full-time as the Aggies' head coach. The Texans ended their regular season December 30, 2007. During that period, Sherman contacted A&M's orally committed recruits by telephone, and hired former Nebraska recruiting coordinator Tim Cassidy—who had been the recruiting coordinator at A&M from 1989–2004—to serve as the recruiting coordinator as well as the associate athletic director for football.http://www.chron.com/sports/college-football/article/Aggies-bring-back-Cassidy-to-aid-football-1809977.php Aggies bring back Cassidy to aid football operations Houston Chronicle December 1, 2007 November 30, 2007 Harris, Terrance Once Sherman started his job full-time, he named Seattle Seahawks wide receivers coach Nolan Cromwell to be his offensive coordinatorhttp://www.aggieathletics.com/pressRelease.php?SID=&PRID=13758 Cromwell Named Texas A&M Offensive Coordinator Texas A&M Athletics January 8, 2008 January 5, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080107232649/http://www.aggieathletics.com/pressRelease.php?SID=&PRID=13758 January 7, 2008 dead and Reggie Herring to be his defensive coordinator.http://www.aggieathletics.com/pressRelease.php?SID=&PRID=13757 Herring Named Texas A&M Defensive Coordinator Texas A&M Athletics January 8, 2008 January 4, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080107082739/http://www.aggieathletics.com/pressRelease.php?SID=&PRID=13757 January 7, 2008 dead Herring, however, resigned a month later and became the linebackers coach for the Dallas Cowboys.http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/stories/MYSA020908.WEB.Herring.en.a34a1a66.html https://web.archive.org/web/20080216140215/http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/stories/MYSA020908.WEB.Herring.en.a34a1a66.html dead MySA.com: KENS 5: Sports February 16, 2008 Sherman worked with Cromwell under head coach Mike Holmgren at Green Bay.http://www.kgw.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D8U24AN81.html https://web.archive.org/web/20080110184206/http://www.kgw.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D8U24AN81.html dead AP Wire – Washington | kgw.com | News for Oregon and SW Washington January 10, 2008 On January 9, 2008, Sherman announced Buddy Wyatt would coach the defensive line. Wyatt had 18 years of collegiate coaching experience, including 3 seasons at A&M from 2000–02. In 2001, the Aggie defense ranked 10th in the nation.http://www.aggieathletics.com/pressRelease.php?SID=MFB&PRID=13768 https://web.archive.org/web/20080312175106/http://www.aggieathletics.com/pressRelease.php?SID=MFB&PRID=13768 dead March 12, 2008 Wyatt Named Defensive Line Coach Texas A&M Athletics January 9, 2008 January 9, 2008 Sherman also retained defensive backs coach Van Malone, who coached under Franchione for the 2006–07 seasons. Malone is the only member from Franchione's staff to be retained.Texas A&M Athletics Malone Retained as Defensive Backs Coach https://web.archive.org/web/20080119101254/http://www.aggieathletics.com/pressRelease.php?SID=MFB&PRID=13773 January 19, 2008 Shortly afterwards, Charles McMillan, who worked at TCU from 2004–07 as the cornerbacks coach, was announced to also coach the defensive backs.http://www.aggieathletics.com/pressRelease.php?SID=MFB&PRID=13783 Texas A&M Athletics Bryan Native Added to Aggie Football Coaching Staff February 8, 2008 June 18, 2017 February 8, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080208152929/http://www.aggieathletics.com/pressRelease.php?SID=MFB&PRID=13783 bot: unknown Former Boston College offensive line coach Jim Turner,Texas A&M Athletics Turner Named Offensive Line Coach June 2011 as well as former NFL running back Randy Jordan, will coach the offensive line and running backs, respectively.Texas A&M Athletics Jordan Named Running Backs Coach https://web.archive.org/web/20080117005858/http://www.aggieathletics.com/pressRelease.php?SID=MFB&PRID=13794 January 17, 2008 Former Green Bay Packers coach Tom Rossley was hired to coach the quarterbacks.Texas A&M Athletics Rossley Named Senior Assistant and Quarterbacks Coach Former Alabama defensive coordinator Joe Kines was hired to replace Herring, and was also named the assistant head coach.http://www.aggieathletics.com/pressRelease.php?SID=&PRID=13929 Kines Named Assistant Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator Texas A&M Athletics February 13, 2008 February 13, 2008 June 2011 Former Denver Broncos coach Kirk Doll, who also coached at A&M from 1988–93, was hired to be the tight ends and special teams coach.http://www.aggieathletics.com/pressRelease.php?SID=MFB&PRID=13932 Texas A&M Athletics Doll Named Texas A&M Special Teams Coordinator and Tight Ends Coach May 7, 2008 June 18, 2017 May 7, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080507005155/http://www.aggieathletics.com/pressRelease.php?SID=MFB&PRID=13932 bot: unknown Name Position Alma mater (Year) Year at A&M Mike Sherman Head coach Central Connecticut State (1978) 1st Nolan Cromwell Offensive coordinator Kansas (1977) 1st Tom Rossley Quarterbacks Cincinnati (1969) 1st Randy Jordan Running backs North Carolina (1993) 1st Jim Turner Offensive line Boston College (1988) 1st Kirk Doll Special teamsTight ends East CarolinaWichita State (1976) 1st Joe Kines Defensive coordinatorAssistant head coach Jacksonville State (1967) 1st Buddy Wyatt Defensive line TCU (1990) 1st Van Malone Defensive backs Texas (1993) 3rd Charles McMillian Defensive backs Utah State (1995) 1st Dave Kennedy Strength and conditioning Nebraska (1985) 1st Depth chart + Defensive starters FS Jordan Peterson (5) Jonathan Batson (1) Trent Hunter (20) OLB MLB OLB Jonathan Haynes (42) Matt Featherston (46) Garrick Williams (32) or Von Miller (40) or Anthony Lewis (36) or Derek Dumas (53) ROV Alton Dixon (9) Devin Gregg (26) CB Jordan Pugh (25) Justin McQueen (21) Marcus Gold (2) or Terrence Frederick (7) DE DT DT DE Cyril Obiozor (49) Kellen Heard (91) Lucas Patterson (77) Michael Bennett (11) or Paul Freeney (93) Eddie Brown (19) David Tufuga (99) or Amos Gbunblee (86) or Tony Jerod-Eddie (83) CB Arkeith Brown (18) Danny Gorrer (4) +Offensive starters WR Howard Morrow (5) Pierre Brown (6) LT LG C RG RT Michael Shumard (76) Evan Eike (65) Kevin Matthews(63) Lee Grimes (74) Travis Schneider (75) Josh Ayers (72) or Brian Thomas (71) Danny Baker (55) Chris Lathrop (78) Robbie Frost (79) or Vincent Williams (61) or Joe Villavisencio (67) Jeffrey Hyde (62) TE Jamie McCoy (4) Harold Turnage (90) or Frank Avery (89) WR Ryan Tannehill (17) Jeff Fuller (8) Terrence McCoy (83) or Drew Williamson (9) QB Stephen McGee (7) Jerrod Johnson (1) Ryan Tannehill (17) FB Jorvorskie Lane (11) or Nick LaMantia (44) or Anthony Vela (29) TB Mike Goodson (3) Bradley Stephens (20) or Keondra Smith (26) or Cyrus Gray (32) Schedule 2008 AP Central August 30 6:00 p.m. l y Arkansas State Kyle Field College Station, TX 14–18 78,691 September 6 4:00 p.m. w y y New Mexico University Stadium Albuquerque, NM Versus 28–22 28,007 September 20 2:30 p.m. l y Miami (FL) Kyle Field College Station, TX ABC 23–41 84,165 September 27 11:30 a.m. w y Army AT&T Corps Classic Kyle Field College Station, TX Versus 21–17 84,090 October 4 6:05 p.m. l y Oklahoma State 21 Boone Pickens Stadium Stillwater, OK 28–56 51,147 October 11 1:00 p.m. l Kansas State Kyle Field College Station, TX 30–44 78,669 October 18 11:00 a.m. l Texas Tech 7 rivalry Kyle Field College Station, TX FSN 25–43 86,012 October 25 6:00 p.m. w y Iowa State Jack Trice Stadium Ames, IA FCS 49–35 45,495 November 1 1:00 p.m. w Colorado Kyle Field College Station, TX 24–17 78,121 November 8 2:30 p.m. l Oklahoma 6 Kyle Field College Station, TX ABC 28–66 85,603 November 15 3:05 p.m. l y Baylor Battle of the Brazos Floyd Casey Stadium Waco, TX 21–41 43,549 November 27 8:00 p.m. l y Texas 4 rivalry Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium Austin, TX ESPN 9–49 98,621 Game summaries Arkansas State Arkansas State 3 0 6 9 Texas A&M 7 7 0 0 2008 Arkansas State Red Wolves football team This marked the fourth meeting between the Aggies and the Arkansas State Red Wolves, a member of the Sun Belt Conference. A&M went into the game with a 3–0 all-time record against the Red Wolves; the third game occurred in 2003,http://www.aggieathletics.com/sports/football/history/opp/ All-Time Standing with 123 Foes Texas A&M Athletics January 29, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080128173615/http://www.aggieathletics.com/sports/football/history/opp/ January 28, 2008 the Aggies' 4–8 season. This was Arkansas State's first football game with its new nickname of "Red Wolves". Previously, Arkansas State's sports teams had been nicknamed "Indians" in honor of the Osage Nation that inhabited the area until the 1800s. The use of an Indian mascot was the subject of ongoing controversy, including NCAA restrictions on the use of the mascot.http://www.kait8.com/Global/story.asp?S=3356829&nav=0jsia7N3 NCAA May Force ASU To Drop Indian Mascot KAIT May 17, 2005 April 2, 2007 https://web.archive.org/web/20070927005051/http://www.kait8.com/Global/story.asp?S=3356829&nav=0jsia7N3 2007-09-27 deadhttp://www.indianz.com/News/2005/009701.asp NCAA won't allow Indian mascots at playoff games Indianz.com February 1, 2006 April 2, 2007 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20071014194050/http://indianz.com/News/2005/009701.asp October 14, 2007 Arkansas State, which finished 5–7 the previous season, returned six ;starters on offense and five on defense. Experience was lacking on the team's secondary, where the Red Wolves must replace all four starters, and the offensive line, which has only one returning starter. Key players include junior quarterback Corey Leonard, who set school records for total yards and passing touchdowns in 2007, as well as junior tailback Reggie Arnold, who rushed for more than 1,000 yards the previous two seasons. Arkansas State was predicted to finish fourth in its conference by the preseason Sun Belt Conference coaches' poll.http://www.ncaafootball.com/index.php?s=&url_channel_id=34&url_article_id=12824&change_well_id=2 Arkansas State coach sees middle-of-pack team August 23, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20070704015628/http://www.ncaafootball.com/index.php?s= July 4, 2007 dead mdy-allhttp://www.arkansasbusiness.com/sports_article.asp?aID=107709.41295.119826&page=2 A-State Must Take Advantage at Home Early August 30, 2008 ASU compiled 60 yards on the game opening possession, ending it with a 37-yard field goal. A&M answered with a 69-yard drive that resulted in a 9-yard touchdown run by tailback Mike Goodson. On their next possession, Arkansas State lost a fumble, allowing the Aggies to take over on downs on the A&M 28-yard line. The Aggies eventually moved to the Red Wolves 15-yard line, but faced a fourth-down situation. Kicker Richie Bean missed a 32-yard field goal to keep the score at 7–3. The Red Wolves' ensuing drive led to a punt, which A&M recovered at its 23-yard line. McGee cranked up A&M's passing game after making completions of 5, 13, 12, and 16 yards. Goodson soon scored a touchdown on a 7-yard run. Bean added the extra point to give A&M a 14–3 lead with 4:23 left in the half. Neither team could advance the ball for a touchdown over the remainder of the half.http://www.nwanews.com/adg/Sports/235932/ Arkansas State stuns Texas A&M Northwest Arkansas Times Todd Traub August 31, 2008 September 1, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080915122916/http://www.nwanews.com/adg/Sports/235932/ September 15, 2008 dead In the second half, the Aggies' had four turnovers, three of which led to ASU scoring drives. Posting just 103 offensive yards – including 9 rushing – A&M failed to score on all eight of its possessions.http://www.star-telegram.com/college_sports/story/884488.html Texas A&M Aggies hoping to avoid 0–2 start Lori Dann Fort Worth Star-Telegram September 4, 2008 September 4, 2008 In the third quarter, an interception and a fumble recovery let the Red Wolves to score two field goals, cutting the score to 14–9. In the fourth quarter, A&M kicker Richie Bean kicked a 25-yard field goal wide right. After the missed field goal, the ball was spotted on the ASU 20-yard line. ASU drove 80 yards into A&M territory for a touchdown to take the lead. Although their two-point conversion pass was incomplete, the Red Wolves could maintain their 15–14 advantage with 4:39 remaining in the game. On their next possession, the Aggies lost the ball on a fumble by Goodson after four plays. This set up ASU to kick its fourth successful field goal of the game to extend its lead to 18–14. Once the clock went down to 1:12, the Aggies looked to score on their final drive in order to win the game. On the third play of the drive, McGee threw a 26-yard pass to third-string quarterback Ryan Tannehill to move the ball to the ASU 39. Two subsequent passes to Goodson allowed only a net gain of 5 yards, and on fourth down – with 7 seconds remaining – McGee threw another interception. ASU ran out the clock to preserve their 18–14 victory.http://www.star-telegram.com/college_sports/story/873966.html Aggies' big debut fed to Red Wolves Lori Dann Fort Worth Star-Telegram August 31, 2008 September 1, 2008 June 2011 Goodson had his third career 100-yard rushing game. He was three yards short of breaking his game record of 127 yards, compiled against Oklahoma his freshman season.http://www.reporternews.com/news/2008/sep/03/crabtree-picks-up-where-he-left-off/ Crabtree picks up where he left off September 4, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080918001534/http://www.reporternews.com/news/2008/sep/03/crabtree-picks-up-where-he-left-off/ Abilene Reporter-News September 3, 2008 September 18, 2008 live Third-string quarterback Ryan Tannehill was the leader in receiving yards in the game, with 5 catches for 59 yards.http://www.chron.com/sports/college-football/article/Not-playing-QB-comes-with-catch-for-Aggies-1789355.php Not playing QB comes with catch for Aggies' backups Terrance Harris Houston Chronicle September 3, 2008 September 4, 2008http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/Aggies_Insider_One-time_quarterback_hopes_catching_temporary_gig.html Aggies Insider: One-time QB hopes catching temporary Brent Zwerneman San Antonio Express-News September 3, 2008 September 4, 2008 June 2011 McGee hit the 5,000-passing yards mark, becoming the fifth all-time A&M quarterback to do so. His two interceptions in the game was also the second time of his career in which he threw two or more interceptions. The first time occurred against Texas in 2007.http://www.aggieathletics.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/083108aaa.html ASU 18, Texas A&M 14 September 4, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080907223644/http://www.aggieathletics.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/083108aaa.html September 7, 2008 dead Jorvorskie Lane received only a few snaps and no carries or catches in the game due to a neck injury he got during one of the August practices.http://blogs.mysanantonio.com/weblogs/aggies/2008/09/32654_print.html#comments Update on Lane, Bean Brent Zwerneman September 4, 2008 September 5, 2008 San Antonio Express-News https://web.archive.org/web/20080916114627/http://blogs.mysanantonio.com/weblogs/aggies/2008/09/32654_print.html September 16, 2008 dead The defense compiled only three tackles for a loss. Linebacker Matt Featherston posted a game-high of 16 stops, and safety Arkeith Brown made 11 tackles with two pass breakups. Featherston was the second player in the nation with the most tackles during the first week.http://www.newsobserver.com/1581/story/1204604.html Texas A&M (0–1) at New Mexico (0–1) September 4, 2008 June 2011 The game attracted the second-largest home opener crowd of 78,691. By losing the game, A&M broke a 20-game winning streak in home openers. ASU captured its first victory against a Big 12 team after 14 tries. It was also their first season-opening road victory since joining Division I-A in 1992. The game was called "one of the most embarrassing losses in [A&M] history" by several sport columnists.http://newsok.com/shermans-debut-spoiled/article/3291363/?tm=1220160992 Sherman's debut spoiled Chris Duncan The Oklahoman August 31, 2008 September 1, 2008http://www.wfaa.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/wfaa/stories/090108dnspocarltoncol.3bf9ff9.html Texas A&M faces adjustments after embarrassing loss WFAA September 1, 2008 September 1, 2008 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20081023161354/http://www.wfaa.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/wfaa/stories/090108dnspocarltoncol.3bf9ff9.html October 23, 2008 http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=451948 Texas A&M flops in opener September 1, 2008 June 2017 InternetArchiveBot yes The team's performance also placed 5th in ESPN's Bottom 10 weekly rankings.https://www.espn.com/college-football/news/story?page=bottom10081 TAMU, SDSU and NKOTB have the right Bottom 10 stuff September 3, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080904201959/http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?page=bottom10081 September 4, 2008 live New Mexico Texas A&M 14 7 0 7 New Mexico 7 0 3 12 Prior to this meeting, A&M had only played the Lobos once in 1926, shutting them out 63–0 at College Station. Former A&M head coach Dennis Franchione coached the Lobos from 1992–97, leading them to a Western Athletic Conference Mountain Division Championship in 1997 and their first bowl appearance since 1961.http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/mountainwest/new_mexico/bowl_history.php New Mexico Bowl History College Football Data Warehouse November 6, 2007 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20080516061722/http://cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/mountainwest/new_mexico/bowl_history.php May 16, 2008 The Lobos lost the game, and Franchione later resigned to take the head coaching position at TCU. Rocky Long has since taken over and led the Lobos to their first bowl victory since 1961 at the 2007 New Mexico Bowl. UNM signed a home-and-home deal with the Aggies after the 2006 season. Shortly after signing the deal, UNM was approached by an unidentified third party that offered US$1.5 million to move the game to San Antonio. UNM rejected the offer, and the offer was increased to $1.8 million by June 2007. The Lobos declined the offer again, stating that they needed to build fan loyalty at home.http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D91V3M886.html Associated Press UNM rejects offer to move A&M game to San Antonio The Dallas Morning News August 23, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20081023000735/http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D91V3M886.html October 23, 2008 dead In their opener, UNM lost 26–3 to conference opponent TCU. Senior running back Rodney Ferguson, who posted 1,000-yard back-to-back seasons, rushed for only 59 yards in the game. Quarterback Donovan Porterie sat out in the game after throwing 4-of-10 passes for 37 yards, one interception, and losing one fumble that caused his neck injury. UNM's backup quarterback threw 3-of-14 passes for 93 yards, including one catch for 81.http://www.star-telegram.com/281/story/884488.html Texas A&M Aggies hoping to avoid 0–2 start Lori Dann Fort Worth Star-Telegram September 4, 2008 September 5, 2008 The Aggies started the game on offense and did not see any success on their first drive. Quarterback Stephen McGee had to sit out after the first drive due to a right shoulder strain, causing Jerrod Johnson to replace him. McGee did not see any action afterwards. The Lobos began their first drive on their 5-yard line. On their second third-down possession, Porterie threw an interception to safety Jordan Peterson, who returned the ball 48 yards for a touchdown. This was the first time A&M scored a defensive touchdown since the Wyoming game in 2004. The touchdown was also significant in that the Lobos had lost 10 of its previous meetings in which the opponent scored first. On their next possession, the Lobos gave up the ball once Porterie threw yet another pick, which set the ball for the Aggies at the UNM 20. On third down, Jerrod Johnson threw a touchdown to receiver Jeff Fuller. The Lobos answered with a 45-yard touchdown run by Ferguson on their next possession to cut A&M's lead to 14–7. In the second quarter, both teams failed to move to score on two respective drives. On their final drive of the half, the Aggies drove the ball for 93 yards on 14 plays, ending it with another touchdown pass to Fuller. After an unsuccessful UNM drive, A&M left the field for halftime leading 21–7.http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/stories/090708dnspoaglede.4ef2c2f2.html 'Raggedy' win good enough as Aggies give Sherman a victory Kate Hairopoulos The Dallas Morning News September 7, 2008 September 7, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20081023000811/http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/stories/090708dnspoaglede.4ef2c2f2.html October 23, 2008 deadhttp://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/texasam/stories/090708dnspoagdate.19f0117.html Bennett's fumble return prompts calls from younger brother Martellus Kate Hairopoulos The Dallas Morning News September 7, 2008 September 7, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080909053934/http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/texasam/stories/090708dnspoagdate.19f0117.html September 9, 2008 deadhttp://www.star-telegram.com/college_sports/story/890303.html Backup quarterback saves day for Aggies in sloppy win Lori Dann Fort Worth Star-Telegram September 7, 2008 September 7, 2008 June 2011 Early in the third quarter, the Lobos scored on a 27-yard field goal, thanks in part to an A&M muffed punt which the Lobos recovered at A&M's 14. Trouble hit the Lobos again when Porterie mishandled a snap, which led to a fumble recovery by defensive end Michael Bennett. Bennett returned the ball for 37 yards and stepped out of the field at the UNM 22. Johnson ended the drive on a 9-yard pass to tight end Jamie McCoy. With 6 minutes left in the game, the Lobos found the end zone on a 5-yard run, though a subsequent two-point conversion failed. The Aggies used their next drive to run out the clock, but eventually had to give the ball back to the Lobos on a punt. The Lobos were able to move 92 yards on 17 plays, capping it with a rushing touchdown by Ferguson. The Lobos then looked to gain the lead with less than a minute in the game, but missed the onside kick recovery. A&M ran out the clock and preserved their 28–22 victory.http://www.statesman.com/sports/content/sports/stories/other/09/07/0907aggies.html Aggies roll past New Mexico Austin American-Statesman September 7, 2008 September 7, 2008 June 2011 This victory was a milestone in that it was the first non-conference road victory for A&M since the win over Pittsburgh in 2002.http://www.aggieathletics.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/090608aaa.html Texas A&M 28, New Mexico 22 September 7, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080908022323/http://www.aggieathletics.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/090608aaa.html September 8, 2008 deadhttp://www.chron.com/sports/college/article/Aggies-rebound-with-first-win-of-Mike-Sherman-era-1589053.php Aggies rebound with first win of Mike Sherman era Brent Zwerneman San Antonio Express-News September 7, 2008 September 7, 2008 Jerrod Johnson finished the game with 10-of-19 pass completions (including three touchdowns) for 124 yards. Tailback Mike Goodson was held only to 6 carries for 9 yards. Goodson left the game early due to a sprained right knee, although he did return to play for some time in the second half. Fullback Jorvorskie Lane got more playing time, and compiled 19 yards on seven carries. Head coach Mike Sherman stated that Jorvorskie could block and play better than he did in the game.http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/topstories/stories/091208dnspoambrief.697afb68.html Sherman: Texas A&M backfield needs to get in step Kate Hairopoulos The Dallas Morning News September 12, 2008 September 12, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080915005303/http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/topstories/stories/091208dnspoambrief.697afb68.html September 15, 2008 dead Ryan Tannehill made three receptions for 57 yards, while Jeff Fuller caught 3 for 36. Cyrus Gray finished with 29 rushing yards on 10 carries.http://www.themonitor.com/sports/_16935___article.html/_.html https://archive.today/20081201091617/http://www.themonitor.com/sports/_16935___article.html/_.html dead 1 December 2008 A&M gives Sherman first win, 28–22 over New Mexico 7 September 2008 http://www.aggiesports.com/football/Robert-Cessna-Grades-the-Aggies2008-09-07T00-11-55 Robert Cessna Grades the Aggies – New Mexico September 7, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080909070209/http://www.aggiesports.com/football/Robert-Cessna-Grades-the-Aggies2008-09-07T00-11-55 September 9, 2008 live As for UNM, Rodney Ferguson ran for 135 yards and two touchdowns on 19 carries. Donovan Proterie completed 22-of-35 for 154 yards, though threw two interceptions.http://nebraska.scout.com/a.z?s=204&p=2&c=787679 Ags earn 28–22 road win over New Mexico September 7, 2008 Miami (FL) 2008 Miami Hurricanes football team Miami (FL) 14 10 17 0 Texas A&M 10 0 7 6 This was the third meeting between the two teams. In their first meeting in 1944, the Aggies won 70–14 at the Hurricanes' home field. The 1944 game remains to be Miami's worst loss in their football history.http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/acc/miami/most_delta_points_allowed.php https://web.archive.org/web/20080705065214/http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/acc/miami/most_delta_points_allowed.php dead Welcome cfbdatawarehouse.com July 5, 2008 www.cfbdatawarehouse.com In their second meeting in 2007, Miami upset the 16th-ranked Aggies 34–17 in their home field, which was the Orange Bowl. The Canes finished 5–7 that season, which was their worst in 30 years. A&M's speed did not match that of Miami's, which is part of the reason why the Canes blanked A&M 31–0 in the first three quarters.http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D93A0BP00.html Canes, Aggies trying to regain former glory Associated Press The Dallas Morning News September 18, 2008 September 19, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20081022225036/http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D93A0BP00.html October 22, 2008 dead This was the second time that a Florida team plays at Kyle Field. Florida State first played at the stadium in 1967.http://www.star-telegram.com/college_sports/story/920327.html Texas A&M's Mike Sherman could keep Miami guessing about starting QB Lori Dann Fort Worth Star-Telegram September 18, 2008 September 19, 2008 June 2011http://www.aggiesports.com/football/Sherman-wants-team-to-forget-last-year-s-34-17-loss Sherman wants team to forget last year's 34–17 loss September 20, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080921075913/http://www.aggiesports.com/football/Sherman-wants-team-to-forget-last-year-s-34-17-loss September 21, 2008 live Coming off a bye week, the Aggies looked to regroup at home. After their first two games, the Aggies ranked last in the Big 12 in every major offensive category: scoring offense (21 points per game), rushing yards (112.5), passing yards (157), total offense (269.5 yards), pass efficiency (126), first downs (34) and sacks allowed (seven). Part of the off week was used to practice specific schemes, including third-down and short yardage, which hadn't been worked on in weeks.http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/texasam/stories/090908dnspoambrief9.5a2a63ef.html Texas A&M using bye week to scheme for Miami Kate Hairopoulos The Dallas Morning News September 9, 2008 September 15, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20081023000750/http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/texasam/stories/090908dnspoambrief9.5a2a63ef.html October 23, 2008 dead Quarterback Stephen McGee underwent an MRI on the Monday of the bye week (i.e. directly following the New Mexico game), and the MRI revealed that he suffered a sprained and slightly separated right shoulder. He was not able to practice that week. The following week, both McGee and Jerrod Johnson took snaps during practice. Tailback Mike Goodson, after suffering a mild ankle sprain in the New Mexico game, did not miss any practice time.http://www.star-telegram.com/college_sports/story/893625.html Texas A&M: Aggies could catch break Lori Dann Fort Worth Star-Telegram September 15, 2008 September 15, 2008 June 2011 Third-string quarterback Ryan Tannehill may miss the game due to a sprained ankle from the previous game. Miami, among other things, aimed to improve its passing offense, which had ranked 106th nationally (out of 119 Division I FBS teams).http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/colleges/story/686779.html Can't catch on yet The Miami Herald September 15, 2008 September 15, 2008 June 2011 The Canes lost an away game to Florida 26–3, after holding the Gators to 7 points before the fourth quarter. ESPN's Kirk Herbstreit stated that the Canes' play against A&M might determine whether they (Miami) turn out to be a surprise team this season.http://www.palmbeachpost.com/blogs/content/shared-blogs/palmbeach/umblog/entries/2008/08/20/herbstreit_texas_am_key_to_ums.html Herbstreit: Texas A&M key to UM's season Jorge Milian The Palm Beach Post August 23, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20080824020840/http://www.palmbeachpost.com/blogs/content/shared-blogs/palmbeach/umblog/entries/2008/08/20/herbstreit_texas_am_key_to_ums.html August 24, 2008 dead The 113th-nationally ranked A&M rushing defense, which gave up 255 and 216 rushing yards to Arkansas State and New Mexico, respectively, could catch a break in this game as Miami lost its starting running back in Javarris James, who sprained his right ankle early in the Florida game.http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/09/08/sports/FBC-Miami-James.php Miami RB James has high ankle sprain September 8, 2008 September 15, 2008 Miami's speed on defense outmatches that of the Aggies. The Canes' defense had ranked 8th nationally 17 tackles for a loss. However, they have yet to produce a turnover.http://www.theledger.com/article/20080919/NEWS/809190422/1341/SPORTS&title=Miami_Defense_Hopes_Hard_Work_Translates_Into_Forced_Turnovers Miami Defense Hopes Hard Work Translates Into Forced Turnovers Garrett W. Hylton The Ledger September 19, 2008 September 20, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20110614035939/http://www.theledger.com/article/20080919/NEWS/809190422/1341/SPORTS%26title%3DMiami_Defense_Hopes_Hard_Work_Translates_Into_Forced_Turnovers June 14, 2011 dead Army Army 0 7 3 7 Texas A&M 0 14 7 0 This was the fourth game in the series between the Army Black Knights and the Aggies, and the second of the AT&T Corps Classic. Army's lone trip to College Station was in 1972, the only time they defeated A&M.http://www.mydesert.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080925/COLUMNS46/809250318/1033/sports06 Aggies offer memories from days at Army September 25, 2008 September 25, 2008 June 2011 The third game, which was played in the Alamodome in 2006, was the debut of the AT&T Corps Classic. The Black Knights failed to score in the final drive of the game, and A&M escaped with a 28–24 victory.https://www.espn.com/college-football/playbyplay/_/gameId/262590245 Army vs. Texas A&M - College Football Play-By-Play - September 16, 2006 ESPN Army had lost all of its previous three home games to Temple, New Hampshire, and Akron. The Black Knights had been outscored 85–20, and did not score more than 10 points in each of those games. Over the past two seasons, they posted a 1–9 record in away games. Using its triple option attack, Army had averaged 179 rushing yards per game, ranking 41st in the country. Its 118th-ranked passing offense, however, had recorded only 77 yards per game.http://www.kbtx.com/sports/headlines/29727024.html Aggies Prepare For Army Ground Game September 25, 2008 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20110522124607/http://www.kbtx.com/sports/headlines/29727024.html May 22, 2011 The offense had also lost 10 fumbles, the most of any Division I team.http://www.statesman.com/sports/content/sports/stories/other/09/27/0927aggies.html https://archive.today/20120910121302/http://www.statesman.com/sports/content/sports/stories/other/09/27/0927aggies.html dead September 10, 2012 Aggies face an offensive throwback Austin American-Statesman September 27, 2008 September 27, 2008 On the other side of the ball, the Black Knights had limited their opposition to 309.7 ypg. The defense had also produced five turnovers, though the front line had only forced two sacks in the first three games.http://www.idahostatesman.com/470/story/513612.html https://archive.today/20140830013954/http://www.idahostatesman.com/470/story/513612.html dead August 30, 2014 Army (0–3) at Texas A&M (1–2) Idaho Statesman September 25, 2008 September 25, 2008 Oklahoma State 2008 Oklahoma State Cowboys football team Texas A&M 7 0 7 14 #22 Oklahoma State 21 7 14 14 The Aggies had a four-game winning streak coming into their 24th meeting with the Oklahoma State Cowboys. They also had held a 7–3 record for games played at Stillwater. In the 2007 home game, after trailing 17–0 at the end of the first half, the Aggies matched their largest comeback in school history to defeat the Cowboys 24–23.https://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/football/2007-10-06-1313641550_x.htm Lane scores 3 TDs as Aggies come back to beat Oklahoma State USA Today February 14, 2008 October 3, 2007 Chris Duncan In the 2006 meeting at Stillwater, the Aggies defeated the Cowboys 34–33 in overtime, after defensive tackle Red Bryant blocked the overtime field goal attempt that would have tied the game at 34–34 and started a second overtime.http://www.aggieathletics.com/sports/football/history/opp/oklahomastate.html All-Time Football Scores: Oklahoma State Texas A&M University Athletic Department September 27, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20071129211925/http://www.aggieathletics.com/sports/football/history/opp/oklahomastate.html November 29, 2007 OSU entered the game with a nationally ranked No. 1 rushing offense, No. 3 scoring offense, and No. 4 total offense. The Aggies, on the other hand, came in with a 115th-ranked rushing defense, and a scoring and total offense that had placed last in the Big 12. OSU, which was ranked in the top 25 for the first time since 2004,http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D93IFT7O0.html Texas A&M-Oklahoma State Preview Capsule Associated Press The Dallas Morning News October 2, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20081020150135/http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D93IFT7O0.html October 20, 2008 dead was a 24-point favorite.http://www.tulsaworld.com/sports/article.aspx?articleID=20080930_93_B1_STILLW365558 OSU aims for end to Aggie wins Tulsa World September 30, 2008 September 30, 2008 In the first half, OSU outscored A&M 28–7. The Cowboys gained a 7–0 lead when defensive end Ugo Chinasa returned an interception 6 yards for a touchdown. The Cowboys scored again with Zac Robinson's 29-yard throw to Dez Bryant to make the score 14–0. Bryant later ran a 78-yard punt return for another touchdown to extend the lead to 21–0. ESPN's SportsCenter called Bryant's touchdown return the No. 1 play of the night. A&M finally answered with Mike Goodson running an 80-yard touchdown, the longest of his career. There were five A&M turnovers in the first half alone.http://www.tulsaworld.com/news/article.aspx?articleID=20081004_298_STIL100716 OSU on top 21–7 through one quarter against Texas A&M Tulsa World October 4, 2008 October 5, 2008 OSU did not convert on three lost A&M fumbles.http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/texasam/stories/100508dnspoagosudate.1addf76.html Turnovers could have turned out worse for A&M Kate Hairopoulos October 5, 2008 October 5, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20081009044818/http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/texasam/stories/100508dnspoagosudate.1addf76.html October 9, 2008 dead Kansas State 2008 Kansas State Wildcats football team Kansas State 7 20 3 14 Texas A&M 3 7 6 14 The Aggies came into the game with an 8–4 all-time record with the Kansas State Wildcats, and a 5-game winning streak, which started in 1998 when the Aggies defeated the Wildcats 36–33 (in two overtimes) to win the Big 12 Championship. The Wildcats are led by third-year head coach Ron Prince, who led the Wildcats to a 7–6 record and an appearance in the Texas Bowl in 2006, and a 5–7 record in 2007. In both seasons, however, he led his team to upset the Texas Longhorns, who were ranked among the top 10 in the national polls coming into the matchups.http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?confId=&gameId=263152306 https://web.archive.org/web/20110524181115/http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?confId=&gameId=263152306 dead May 24, 2011 Texas loses QB McCoy, then national title hopes at K-State Associated Press November 12, 2006 November 17, 2006http://tamu.scout.com/a.z?s=187&p=2&c=685742 Sunflower Showdown Next for No. 24 Cats Scout.com College Football News October 1, 2007 October 6, 2007 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20110716021408/http://tamu.scout.com/a.z?s=187&p=2&c=685742 July 16, 2011 Coach Prince used his 2008 junior college transfers to strengthen the team's play.http://www.kansan.com/stories/2008/aug/21/sp_footballkstate/ https://archive.today/20081122000803/http://www.kansan.com/stories/2008/aug/21/sp_footballkstate/ dead November 22, 2008 Juco players expected to help K-State Taylor Bern University Daily Kansan August 21, 2008 August 23, 2008 A few players had to sit out during the game due to injuries, including offensive linemen Travis Schneider, Michael Shumard and Robbie Frost. Lineman Lee Grimes played three different positions in order to counter the injuries. Mike Goodson had to sit out the first quarter since he missed class during the week.http://www.star-telegram.com/sports/story/981378.html Texas A&M Aggies brace for revved-up Texas Tech Red Raiders Lori Dann October 17, 2008 October 17, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20110101004149/http://www.star-telegram.com/2008/10/17/981378/texas-am-aggies-brace-for-revved.html January 1, 2011 dead Kansas State opened the game with an 81-yard touchdown drive, which consisted of 31 rushing yards by quarterback Josh Freeman. Immediately afterwards, A&M settled for a field goal on their possession, after driving 73 yards deep into K-State territory. In the second quarter, the Wildcats' special teams unit blocked their fourth punt of the season, and returned the blocked punt for a 10-yard touchdown. Safety Courtney Herndon was able to pick up his third blocked punt of the season in the process. Punter Justin Brantly had his first punt block after 129 attempts (his last blocked punt occurred in the 2005 Texas game). The Wildcats failed to score the extra point to keep the score at 13–3. After another unsuccessful A&M drive, Kansas State opened up its passing game in a drive that consisted of 10, 20, 15, 7, and 5 receptions. The drive ended on a 4-yard touchdown run by Logan Dold, and the subsequent extra point extended K-State's lead to 20–3. On their next possession, the Aggies fumbled on KSU's 48-yard-line, and one of the Wildcat defenders returned the fumble for 10 yards. This eventually allowed the Wildcats to compile another scoring drive, moving the score up to 27–3. Prior to halftime, A&M finally got a touchdown on a 7-play, 80-yard drive, which was capped by a 38-yard catch by Howard Morrow, who had yet to make an impact this season. Jorvorskie Lane scored the touchdown on a 4th-and-1 situation at the KSU 1. With his 46th touchdown of his career, Lane became the all-time school record holder in rushing touchdowns. The previous record of 45 was held by Darren Lewis (1987–90).http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/10/11/sports/FBC-Kansas-State-Texas-A-M.php Kansas State takes 44–30 win over Texas A&M October 11, 2008 October 12, 2008http://www.star-telegram.com/college_sports/story/968585.html Texas A&M's defense remains offensive Lori Dann Fort Worth Star-Telegram October 11, 2008 October 12, 2008 June 2011https://www.espn.com/college-football/playbyplay?gameId=282850245&period=0 Kansas State 44, Texas A&M 30 October 12, 2008 The Aggies started the second half and were able to advance the ball 54 yards using a balanced rushing and passing attack. They missed the opportunity to move past the KSU 33 on 4th-and-8, and had to turn the ball over on downs. K-State used the drive to make a 49-yard field goal. With 7:53 remaining in the third quarter, A&M utilized its passing game to move the ball, thanks in part to two 22-yard receptions, one made by Jeff Fuller, and the other completed by Ryan Tannehill. Jerrod Johnson rushed to the endzone from the KSU 5. Randy Bullock, however, missed the extra point. Still trailing 30–16, the Aggies looked to pull a comeback. Hopes of a comeback diminished when Jorvorskie Lane's second attempt at scoring on a short goal-line rush failed. A&M had to turnover on downs once again, despite moving the ball for 62 yards and just a yard shy of scoring. K-State used its rushing game to drain out the clock a little, and successfully ended the drive on a 1-yard run by Josh Freeman. Less than 5 minutes remained in the game once A&M got the ball. Johnson made 3 consecutive completions to Tannehill worth 50 yards, and Goodson scored on the next play via a 23-yard reception. After their quick touchdown, the Aggies attempted an onside kick, which was recovered by K-State at the A&M 41. The Wildcats ran the ball once again, and were rewarded yet another touchdown to extend their lead to 44–23. About a minute was left, and on the second play of A&M's last possession, Johnson connected to Tannehill for a 55-yard touchdown. The Aggies tried another onside kick, but K-State found the ball and preserved their 44–30 win.http://www.kansascity.com/165/story/837325.html K-State knocks off Texas A&M 44–30 The Kansas City Star October 11, 2008 October 12, 2008 June 2011http://www.kansas.com/277/story/558184.html K-State gets road win The Wichita Eagle October 11, 2008 October 12, 2008 June 2011 With this loss, A&M dropped to 0–2 in conference play, the program's worst start since 1982. KSU left with their first win at Kyle Field since 1996. On a brighter note, Tannehill's 210 yards from 12 catches are the 3rd-best of all A&M receivers in a single game. Johnson's 487 offensive yards and 419 passing yards went down on A&M's record books as the best ever.http://www.aggieathletics.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/records-offensive.html A&M Individual Offensive Records October 12, 2008 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20110524224641/http://www.aggieathletics.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/records-offensive.html May 24, 2011 Texas Tech 2008 Texas Tech Red Raiders football team Texas A&M–Texas Tech football rivalry #5 Texas Tech 7 13 10 13 Texas A&M 10 13 0 2 The Aggies had led the all-time series with the Texas Tech Red Raiders 34–31–1, though the Red Raiders had won 10 of the past 13 games. The last victory at Kyle Field was in 2004, when the game went into overtime. Ninth-year Texas Tech head coach Mike Leach had held a 6–2 record against the Aggies. The Red Raiders had led the nation in passing offense and are second in total offense,http://web1.ncaa.org/football/exec/rankingSummary?year=2008&org=700 Texas Tech (6 – 0 – 0) October 17, 2008 due in part to Sammy Baugh Trophy winning quarterback Graham Harrell and unanimous first-team All-American receiver Michael Crabtree. In fact, Leach's spread offense philosophy has allowed the Red Raiders to rank among the top 10 passing offense teams in the country ever since the 2001 season.http://web1.ncaa.org/d1mfb/2001/Internet/ranking_summary/DIVISION1.HTML Division I Football 2001 season team statistics NCAA February 14, 2008http://www.redraiders.com/stories/122707/foo_122707001.shtml https://archive.today/20070503061029/http://www.redraiders.com/stories/122707/foo_122707001.shtml dead May 3, 2007 Red Raider air attack different than other spread offenses RedRaiders.com Lubbock Avalanche-Journal February 14, 2008 December 27, 2007 Sports bettors favored Tech to win by 21 points.http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D93RN0BG2.html Texas Tech-Texas A&M Preview Capsule Associated Press The Dallas Morning News October 16, 2008 October 17, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20081022071501/http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D93RN0BG2.html October 22, 2008 dead In the first half, A&M outgained Tech 274 yards to 254, and led 23–20. A&M did not produce any turnovers, while Tech gave away 2 possessions to A&M. A&M scored 10 points off Tech's turnovers, but Tech was able to score on its other possessions. In the second half, however, the Aggies could only post 32 offensive yards and 5 first downs.https://www.nytimes.com/2008/10/19/sports/ncaafootball/19roundup.html Oklahoma Tops Kansas as Best in the Big 12 Get Even Better The New York Times October 19, 2008 April 22, 2010 Harrell completed 44-of-56 throws for 450 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions. He also scored touchdowns on two rushes. Crabtree scored two touchdowns off of his eight catches for 71 yards.http://www.upi.com/Sports_News/2008/10/18/COL_FB_Texas_Tech_43_Texas_AM_25/UPI-66491224363977/ COL FB: Texas Tech 43, Texas A&M 25 October 18, 2008 October 19, 2008http://blogs.mysanantonio.com/weblogs/aggies/2008/10/34568_print.html#add_comment Leach explains final touchdown against Aggies Brent Zwerneman San Antonio Express-News October 19, 2009 October 19, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20081026020225/http://blogs.mysanantonio.com/weblogs/aggies/2008/10/34568_print.html October 26, 2008 deadhttp://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5hZFM4BmetTZPsKJ3aUJbQ_qk8yHgD93T42K80 Harrell has 5 TDs in Texas Tech's win over A&M Associated Press October 18, 2008 October 19, 2008 October 2012 Legobothttp://www.statesman.com/sports/content/sports/stories/other/10/19/1019aggies.html Texas Tech routs A&M 43–25 Austin American-Statesman October 19, 2008 October 19, 2008 May 2016 medicmedichttp://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/texastech/stories/101908dnspoagtechdate.39be19c.html Kicking woes continue for Tech The Dallas Morning News October 19, 2008 October 19, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20081020145406/http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/texastech/stories/101908dnspoagtechdate.39be19c.html October 20, 2008 deadhttp://www.seattlepi.com/scorecard/cfootballnews.asp?articleID=42638 Texas Tech's Harrell shines again in win over Aggies Seattle Post-Intelligencer October 19, 2008 February 14, 2011 June 2011http://www.star-telegram.com/college_sports/story/983662.html June 2011http://www.star-telegram.com/college_sports/story/983665.html June 2011http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/big_12/31439779.html Brent Zwerneman Crunch-time caution haunts A&M coaches San Antonio Express-News October 20, 2008 October 21, 2008 June 2011 Iowa State 2008 Iowa State Cyclones football team Iowa State 7 10 3 15 Texas A&M 7 21 7 14 The Aggies had held an undefeated 7–0 record against the Cyclones until the 2005 meeting, when they lost 42–14 at Kyle Field.http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?gameId=253020245 https://archive.today/20120730111344/http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?gameId=253020245 dead July 30, 2012 Blythe spirit: Receiver powers Cyclones' rout of A&M ESPN February 17, 2008 The Cyclones were led by Dan McCarney, who was 0–6 against the Aggies until that matchup. McCarney resigned from Iowa State in 2006 to accept an assistant coaching position at South Florida. Former Texas Longhorns co-defensive coordinator Gene Chizik, who coached the Longhorns to their national championship in 2005, was hired to replace him. Chizik led the Cyclones to a 3–9 record in the 2007 season. Both teams went into the game with the same overall record and were still looking to get their first conference win.http://www.gazetteonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20081020/SPORTS/710209922/1008/sports Iowa State, A&M both struggling October 20, 2008 October 21, 2008August 2026 InternetArchiveBot Both Iowa State's and A&M's defenses had ranked 98th and 101st in the nation, respectively. Iowa State's secondary had allowed Baylor and Nebraska to complete 78 percent of their passes.http://www.tradingmarkets.com/.site/news/Stock%20News/1970592/ https://archive.today/20130204222612/http://www.tradingmarkets.com/.site/news/Stock%20News/1970592/ dead February 4, 2013 Capsule: Texas A&M at Iowa State October 25, 2008 Sports bettors predicted Iowa State to beat A&M by three points.http://www.point-spreads.com/college-football/102508-texas-a-m-vs-iowa-state-betting-odds.html Texas A&M vs Iowa State Betting Odds October 25, 2008 https://web.archive.org/web/20110715101518/http://www.point-spreads.com/college-football/102508-texas-a-m-vs-iowa-state-betting-odds.html 2011-07-15 dead Colorado 2008 Colorado Buffaloes football team Colorado 7 3 0 7 Texas A&M 0 3 21 0 Coming into the game, the Aggies had held a 2–5 overall record against the Colorado Buffaloes. Of the three games that were played at Kyle Field, the Aggies had only won the 2004 contest. In the preseason, the Buffaloes acquired Darrell Scott, who was ranked the best running back in the 2008 recruiting class by Rivals.com.http://colorado.rivals.com/viewrank.asp?ra_key=1821 Rivals.com running backs 2008 August 23, 2008 https://archive.today/20120707052815/http://colorado.rivals.com/viewrank.asp?ra_key=1821 July 7, 2012 dead mdy-all In their previous game, the Buffaloes suffered a 58–0 shutout at the hands of No. 16 Missouri. Both teams bought an even matchup to the field, with Colorado fielding an offense that had scored 19 points per game, whereas A&M's scoring defense had allowed 35 points per game. The Aggie defense had given up a total of 1,584 in their past three games against Iowa State, Texas Tech, and Kansas State.http://www.chron.com/sports/college/article/A-M-defense-aims-to-improve-vs-Colorado-today-1779542.php A&M defense aims to improve vs. Colorado today Brent Zwerneman San Antonio Express-News November 1, 2008 November 1, 2008 A&M was favored to win by 3.5 points.http://www.thedenverchannel.com/sports/17830132/detail.html Colorado (4–4) At Texas A&M (3–5) November 1, 2008 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20110606141349/http://www.thedenverchannel.com/sports/17830132/detail.html June 6, 2011 Oklahoma 2008 Oklahoma Sooners football team #6 Oklahoma 21 17 28 0 Texas A&M 0 14 7 7 Oklahoma head coach Bob Stoops came in 3–1 against the Aggies in games played at Kyle Field. All three of their victories had been decided within one touchdown. In the offseason, a columnist for The Oklahoman stated "Sooner-Aggie games at Kyle Field have been classics this decade."http://newsok.com/ranking-the-big-12-games/article/3275480/?tm=1217125888 Ranking the Big 12 games Barry Tramel The Oklahoman July 27, 2008 August 23, 2008 In the 2000 game, the Sooners intercepted a pass by Mark Farris and returned it for a touchdown to win 35–31. They eventually ended up winning the 2000 national title.https://www.espn.com/college-football/columns/story?id=3406050 2001 Hurricanes cream of BCS champions crop 23 August 2008 In 2002, the Aggies upset then-ranked No. 1 Oklahoma 30–26. The Sooners came into the 2004 game ranked No. 2, and scored a touchdown with 6:43 remaining in the game to win 42–35. In 2006, the Aggies allowed the Sooners to escape with a one-point victory. Then-head coach Dennis Franchione elected to go for a field goal rather than score a touchdown from the 2-yard line with 3:28 left in the game.http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/34127364.html Sooners-Aggies at Kyle classically a barn burner Brent Zwerneman San Antonio Express-News November 8, 2008 November 8, 2008 June 2011https://www.espn.com/college-football/boxscore?gameId=263080245 (18) Oklahoma 17, (21) Texas A&M 16 August 23, 2008 Oklahoma was predicted to win by 27.5 points.http://www.star-telegram.com/college_sports/story/1025237.html Texas A&M Aggies brace for red-hot Oklahoma Sooners Lori Dann Fort Worth Star-Telegram November 8, 2008 November 8, 2008 June 2011 The Aggies suffered their worst home loss in school history.http://www.statesman.com/sports/content/sports/stories/other/11/09/1109aggienotes.html Texas A&M football notes Austin American-Statesman November 9, 2008 November 9, 2008 June 2011http://www.tulsaworld.com/news/article.aspx?articleID=20081108_298_img266423 Bradford leads OU to 66–28 win over A&M | Tulsa Worldhttp://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/34156494.html June 2011http://www.kansascity.com/sports/story/881740.html June 2011http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5gDxQD7VT91gTfK3Fzrm89SlmxcYwD94B35Q01 October 2012 Legobot Baylor Texas A&M 0 7 0 14 Baylor 3 17 21 0 2008 Baylor Bears football team The Aggies came into the 2008 Battle of the Brazos as 8-point underdogs but leading in the series 65–30–9.http://www.kansascity.com/467/story/886892.html Texas A&M (4–6) at Baylor (3–7) The Kansas City Star November 12, 2008 November 12, 2008 June 2011http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D94F0AEO0.html https://archive.today/20130120061031/http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D94F0AEO0.html dead January 20, 2013 Baylor surprising favorite over Texas A&M Associated Press The Dallas Morning News November 15, 2008 November 15, 2008http://www.star-telegram.com/college_sports/story/1040855.html Aggies' defense focused on containing Baylor's running QB Lori Dann November 15, 2008 November 15, 2008 June 2011 A&M had held a 13-game winning streak against Baylor until 2004, when the Bears upset a #16-ranked Aggie team in Waco. Art Briles took over as the Bears' new head coach in the offseason, replacing Guy Morriss. The Bears freshman phenom quarterback Robert Griffin carved up the Aggies for 56 yards rushing on 12 carries to go along with 13 of 23 passing for 241 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions. Baylor tailback Jay Finley rushed for 115 yards. The Aggies turned the ball over five times, four of which were interceptions of Aggie sophomore quarterback Jerrod Johnson. The Aggies scored two touchdowns late in the game to make the final score a more respectable, 41–21.https://www.espn.com/blog/big12/post/_/id/913/final-baylor-41-texas-a-amp-m-21 Final: Baylor 41, Texas A&M 21 ESPN May 9, 2017 First-year coach Mike Sherman summed up the game saying, "Each (loss) has been more disappointing than the next. I take nothing away from Baylor, but we fully expected to come in and play better than we did. Before the Oklahoma game, I thought we were making progress. The culmination of last week and this week are very disappointing." Texas 2008 Texas Longhorns football team Texas A&M 0 3 0 6 #2 Texas 7 14 7 21 This game marked the 115th meeting between Texas and Texas A&M and it was the fifth year as part of a multi-sport rivalry called the Lone Star Showdown. The football rivalry began in 1894 and it was the longest-running rivalry for both the Longhorns and Aggies and it is also was the third most-played rivalry in Division I-A college football.http://www.1122productions.com/rivalries/t.html College Football Rivalries March 31, 2007 https://web.archive.org/web/20070316083126/http://www.1122productions.com/rivalries/t.html March 16, 2007 dead Texas entered into the 2007 contest with a 73–35–5 record.http://www.mackbrown-texasfootball.com/index.php?s=&url_channel_id=36&url_subchannel_id=&url_article_id=298&change_well_id=2 All Time Record vs. Opponents MackBrownTexasFootball March 31, 2007 https://web.archive.org/web/20070426101811/http://www.mackbrown-texasfootball.com/index.php?s=&url_channel_id=36&url_subchannel_id=&url_article_id=298&change_well_id=2 April 26, 2007 dead Since the series began in 1900, the game has traditionally been played on Thanksgiving Day or Thanksgiving weekend.http://www.mackbrown-texasfootball.com/doc_lib/2006_atm_notes.pdf https://web.archive.org/web/20080414091143/http://www.mackbrown-texasfootball.com/doc_lib/2006_atm_notes.pdf dead April 14, 2008 Game Notes – Texas A&M MackBrownTexasFootball November 23, 2006 The 2007 game marked the twelfth straight game to be scheduled the day after Thanksgiving. The two schools had agreed to move the game back to Thanksgiving Day for the 2008 and 2009 contests. References Texas AandM Category:Texas A&M Aggies football seasons Texas AandM Aggies football