LEAD STORY: Texas A&M Shatters Program Record with 13 NFL Combine Invites
COLLEGE STATION, Texas – The path to the NFL runs deep through the Southeastern Conference, and Texas A&M is paving a significant portion of that road in 2026. The Aggies football program announced Wednesday that a school-record 13 players have been invited to the upcoming NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, the most of any school in the nation this year. This year's total is more than the program sent in the previous three years combined, signaling a massive wave of talent heading to the next level.
The list of invitees showcases the depth of talent across the Aggies' roster from the 2025 season. The group heading to Indianapolis includes standout wide receiver KC Concepcion, running back Le’Veon Moss, and tight end Nate Boerkircher. The trenches are well-represented with offensive linemen Chase Bisontis, Dametrious Crownover, Ar’maj Reed-Adams, and Trey Zuhn III earning invites. The defensive side features linemen Cashius Howell, Tyler Onyedim, and Albert Regis, alongside linebackers Scooby Williams and Taurean York, and defensive back Will Lee III.
The sheer volume of departures presents a significant challenge for the Aggies, who will need to replace a core group of starters and key contributors. However, the record-setting number of combine invitations serves as a powerful testament to the program's ability to attract and develop elite athletes, a crucial element for sustained success in the highly competitive SEC. The NFL Scouting Combine will take place from February 23 through March 2.
QUICK HITS
- Texas Eyes Elite 2027 DBs: The Texas Longhorns are making a strong push in the 2027 recruiting class, landing in the top groups for two of the nation's premier defensive backs. Five-star safety Honor Fa’alave-Johnson of San Diego, CA, named the Longhorns in his top six, while four-star cornerback Taelyn Mayo from Lewisville, TX, included Texas in his final five schools.
- Arkansas Gymnastics Aims for Record Crowd: The Arkansas gymnastics program is calling on its fans to "Pack the Palace" for its final home meet of the season on March 6. The Gymbacks will host No. 1 ranked Oklahoma and are attempting to break the NCAA gymnastics attendance record at Bud Walton Arena.
- Vols Face Bulldogs on the Road: The Tennessee Volunteers men's basketball team travels to Starkville tonight for a crucial SEC matchup against Mississippi State. The Vols look to rebound from a tough weekend loss to Kentucky, while the Bulldogs are aiming to break a slump, having lost seven of their last eight contests. The game is scheduled for a 9 p.m. ET tip-off on ESPN2.
- Sooners Excel in the Classroom: Oklahoma celebrated significant academic achievement, with 101 student-athletes being named to the 2025 SEC Fall Academic Honor Roll. The recognition highlights the dedication of athletes across multiple sports to their studies.
PORTAL WATCH
Texas A&M added a specialist via the transfer portal. Kicker Liam Padron announced his commitment to the Aggies.
RECRUITING BUZZ
There were no new commitments for SEC football programs to report in the last 12 hours.
GAMES TO WATCH (Wednesday, Feb. 11)
- Men's Basketball: Vanderbilt at Auburn - 7:00 p.m. ET (SEC Network)
- Women's Basketball: Arkansas at #14 Ole Miss - 9:00 p.m. ET (SEC Network)
- Men's Basketball: Arkansas at LSU - 9:00 p.m. ET (SEC Network)
- Men's Basketball: Tennessee at Mississippi State - 9:00 p.m. ET (ESPN2)
- Women's Basketball: Georgia at Mississippi State - 7:30 p.m. ET (SEC Network+)