Texas football safety Jelani McDonald intends to return for the 2026 season, he announced via Instagram on Friday. McDonald’s decision is a crucial one for the Longhorns, who have lost several other key pieces on defense, particularly in the secondary.

The Texas Longhorns had a good time watching the Texas A&M Aggies' historic season end in heartbreak in the College Football Playoff loss to the Miami Hurricanes.

For many Texas college football players, the game has moved off the playing field and to a bargaining table. But could 2026 bring changes to the NIL system?

With Texas A&M's defeat, the SEC is now 3-5 in the 12-team College Football Playoff era. One of the victories took place Friday in an all-SEC first-round matchup. The five losses came by an average of 13.8 points, and the Aggies' seven-point deficit to Miami marked the closest margin of defeat.

Here's what to know about Texas A&M's unique football traditions, from the "12th Man" to Reveille X, the official mascot.

Track every Texas A&M senior who accepted a 2025 Senior Bowl invite as Aggie players showcase their NFL Draft potential in postseason all‑star games.

Miami beats Texas A&M 10-3 in College Football Playoff to earn date against No. 2 seed Ohio State in Cotton Bowl.

Texas A&M football lost 10-3 to Miami on Dec. 20, 2025 at Kyle Field. These were our score-by-score updates, coverage and more.