Highlights from Texas A&M's 5th preseason practice on Monday night
Yes, even in the NFL, quarterbacks don't always connect on deep passes, which was the case for both Aggie QBs during the extended throwing session. Still, this was an early throwing session that should not be taken too seriously, knowing that several receivers were jogging at the end of their routes. Moving on, progress has been made, and the position to note from Monday is tight end.
While it's predicted that Alabama/Texas transfer TE Amari Niblack will win the starting job due to his receiving ability, we can't out redshirt junior Theo Melin Öhrström, who has continued to progress as a route runner after making several impressive touchdown grabs last season, but was not consistent enough, including dropping a key pass during A&M's 4OT loss to Auburn. Don't forget about freshman TE Kiotti Armstrong, who has already turned heads this preseason.
Another tight end transfer that should make an immediate impact in the run game is Nate Boerkircher, who, despite not bringing in a ton of production through the air, could surprise if given the chance. Still, the focus was mainly on the revamped wide receiver room, led by five-star freshman Jerome Myles.
Thanks to Austin American-Statesman's Tony Catalina and 247Sports' Carter Karels, here are the top highlights from Texas A&M's fifth preseason practice on Monday.
Jerome Myles looks healthy and ready to contribute in 2025
QB Marcel Reed's release looks crisper
TE Amari Niblack is working on his blocking
WR Ashton Bethel-Roman is one of the fastest players on the roster
TE Theo Melin Öhrström is looking much improved
RB Reuben Owens will be a big part of the short passing game
TE Nate Boerkircher is a player to watch
Cornerbacks Tyreek Chappell and Bravion Rogers
WR KC Concepcion is WR 1
Marcel Reed working on blitz looks
More Jerome Myles
WR Terry Bussey is looking fast
Every throw from Marcel Reed in the early part of practice
Likely backup QB Miles O'Neill showing off his big arm
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