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Texas A&M Aggies Dominate New Mexico State in a Comprehensive Home Victory

In a commanding display of football, the Texas A&M Aggies secured an emphatic 38-3 victory over the New Mexico State Aggies at Kyle Field. This win improves their season record to 8-2, while New Mexico State falls to 2-8. The home team's performance was a testament to their preparation and execution on both sides of the ball.


Nov 16, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; New Mexico State Aggies running back Mike Washington (4) runs the ball during the second half as Texas A&M Aggies linebacker Solomon DeShields (22) defends at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Key Performances and Game Highlights


The Texas A&M offense was unstoppable, amassing a total of 565 yards with an impressive balance between passing (356 yards) and rushing (209 yards). Quarterback Marcel Reed led the aerial attack with precision, completing 20 out of 31 attempts for 268 yards and two touchdowns. His connection with tight end Theo Melin Ohrstrom was particularly effective; Ohrstrom caught five passes for 111 yards. On the ground, Amari Daniels provided explosive plays, including a breathtaking 71-yard touchdown run that highlighted his total of 84 rushing yards on just five carries.


Defensively, Texas A&M was equally dominant, limiting New Mexico State to a mere three points and stifling their offensive efforts throughout the game. Malick Sylla stood out on defense with two sacks and three tackles for loss among his five tackles, showcasing his disruptive presence in the backfield. The defensive unit as a whole tallied seven tackles for loss and two sacks while keeping pressure on New Mexico State's quarterbacks all game long.


Nov 16, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) runs the ball during the first half against the New Mexico State Aggies at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Special teams also contributed significantly to Texas A&M's victory. Punter Tyler White averaged over 40 net yards across three punts, placing one inside the twenty-yard line which helped maintain field position advantageously for Texas A&M throughout the contest.


Looking Ahead


The Texas A&M Aggies will next face off against Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn on November 23rd at 1:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN Networks as both teams vie for supremacy in what promises to be an exciting matchup.


Nov 16, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Terry Bussey (2) runs the ball during the fourth quarter against the New Mexico State Aggies at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

As we reflect on this comprehensive win by Texas A&M against New Mexico State, it’s clear that every facet of their game was clicking perfectly from start to finish. As they prepare for their upcoming challenge against Auburn Tigers fans are encouraged to share this recap and stay tuned for more updates.

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