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Texas A&M Aggies Add Another 3-Star Recruit With Kaeden Johnson Commit To Amplify Quarterback Competition on Marcel Reed
Texas A&M Aggies Add Another 3-Star Recruit With Kaeden Johnson Commit To Amplify Quarterback Competition on Marcel Reed originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko has been putting pressure on starting quarterback Marcel Reed. Not only is sophomore Myles O'Neill adding to the competition but the class of 2026 recruits will soon test Reed for his starting spot. Advertisement After seeking out a 3-star quarterback recruit out of Missouri City, Tex. alongside six other schools, the Aggies landed their 15th commit. Texas A&M Aggies head coach Mike Lysaker/Imagn Images Kaeden Johnson is a 3-star quarterback from Fort Bend Marshall High School who's ranked No. 989 overall, No. 59 overall in his position, and No. 150 out of Texas. Out of the seven schools he received offers from - UTSA, UTEP, Tuskegee, FIU, Colorado, Washington State, and Texas A&M - he only had official visits with the Aggies and Cougars. He visited Washington State on May 29 and had his last official visit with the Aggies on June 12. He also had an unofficial visit, according to 247Sports, when attending the Maroon and White spring game. Since then, the Aggies have highly sought out the 3-star recruit, even creating potential roles for him after his senior year of high school. Though recruited as a quarterback, Johnson could also see some time in the tight end position given the competition that will happen for the under center starter. He joins another quarterback, 4-star Helaman Casuga, from the class of 2026 committed recruits. With the fate of wide receiver Madden Williams and edge Samu Moala as future Aggies being uncertain as they consider flipping their decisions, Elko's recruitment class will need as much help as it can get to stay at the top of recruitment composite rankings. Texas A&M is currently sitting at No. 6 overall with No. 1 USC vying for Williams and Moala. This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 15, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Texas A&M's 2026 cycle rises in the recruiting ranks after latest commitment
It's no surprise that Texas A&M's 2026 recruiting class is competing for the No. 1 spot in the rankings by the end of the year, as coach Mike Elko and his staff have hosted 33 elite 2026 prospects over the past two weekends, including 15 this weekend. Led by the return of five-star defensive lineman Lamar Brown, the Aggies gained their 15th commitment on Saturday night after landing three-star QB/ATH Kaeden Johnson. Johnson, who will likely play tight end for the Aggies due to his size, speed, and knowledge of route concepts, is one of the rising prospects in the cycle, so locking him down early was one of Elko's priority tasks this month. With Johnson's commitment, Texas A&M's 2026 recruiting cycle has risen to No. 6 in 247Sports recruiting rankings, ten spots ahead of the Texas Longhorns (No. 16). Advertisement With several commitments on the horizon, Lamar Brown is set to announce his choice on July 10, and after his revealing post on X after his official visit to College Station, stating, "Think this one close the book..." the Aggies are in an excellent position to land the standout lineman, which would be one of the biggest recruiting wins in the last couple of offseasons. Here are the Top 10 2026 recruiting rankings according to 247Sports: USC (28 commits) Ohio State (15 commits) Notre Dame (16 commits) Georgia (16 commits) Clemson (18 commits) Texas A&M (15 commits) Penn State (19 commits) Miami (13 commits) LSU (10 commits) Rutgers (23 commits) Contact/Follow us @AggiesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Texas A&M news, notes and opinions. Follow Cameron on X: @CameronOhnysty. This article originally appeared on Aggies Wire: Texas A&M's 2026 recruiting cycle rises to No. 6 in the class rankings
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Texas A&M lands rising 2026 3-star Athlete out of Missouri City (TX)
Texas A&M coach Mike Elko and his staff are currently hosting 15 2026 prospects this weekend, including a three-star athlete who has been a star quarterback for Fort Bend Marshall HS in Missouri City, Texas, as Kaeden Johnson announced his commitment to the Aggies on Saturday night. Previously predicted to land with the Colorado Buffaloes, Johnson will not play quarterback at the next level despite his production, especially his 6'6" frame and athleticism, as the Aggies see him as a tight end due to his size, speed, and route-running knowledge. Advertisement This has been a successful transition for several former quarterbacks, including Vanderbilt star TE Eli Stowers, who, as Aggie fans remember, was once a backup QB for Texas A&M. Johnson's ahtletic traits make him a future starter with plenty of potential, and could also be helpful as an emergency quarterback given his background. During his 2024 junior season, Johnson passed for 2,109 yards and 25 touchdowns, completing 60% of his passes, while also rushing for 571 yards and six touchdowns. Again, this young man can sling it, but Texas A&M tight end coach Christian Ellsworth deserves credit for striking while the iron is hot, knowing that Johnson has been sky rocking locally before his OV. Contact/Follow us @AggiesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Texas A&M news, notes and opinions. Follow Cameron on X: @CameronOhnysty. This article originally appeared on Aggies Wire: Texas A&M lands commitment from 2026 3-star ATH Kaeden Johnson
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Texas A&M Aggies Are Eyeing 3-Star Recruit Kaeden Johnson To Amplify Quarterback Position
Texas A&M Aggies Are Eyeing 3-Star Recruit Kaeden Johnson To Amplify Quarterback Position originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Though Marcel Reed hasn't been given the accolades he deserves in SEC rankings, his starting quarterback position for Texas A&M isn't locked down. Advertisement During the 2024 season, the Tennessee native threw for 1,864 yards on 147 passes and completed 15 touchdown passes. Marcel Reed scanning the field.@ Troy Taormina-Imagn Images As for other current Aggies, sophomore Myles O'Neill led his side of the spring game to a 19-7 victory. Reed found more success in the passing game than on the ground with 18 completions for 213 yards, but could not generate enough scoring drives. Class of 2026 4-star quarterback commit Helaman Casuga will also put pressure on Reed to pull together a well-rounded game under center. As a sophomore, Casuga put up 4,145 passing yards and 34 touchdown completions. Head coach Mike Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images But head coach Mike Elko isn't finished fine tuning his quarterback group. Advertisement As the Aggies search for another recruit, a 3-star quarterback out of Missouri City, Texas - also the home of Miami Dolphins' running back and former Aggie De'Von Achane - has hopped on their radar. Class of 2026 quarterback Kaeden Johnson is listed at No. 59 in his position and No. 150 in Texas, according to 247 Composite rankings. The 3-star recruit visited Texas A&M on June 12. In the 2024 season, he threw for 2,109 yards and 25 touchdown completions with a 60 percent passing rate. He also rushed for 571 yards and six touchdowns. For Reed to secure his spot, he needs to improve from the pocket and as a decision-maker. Especially if Johnson commits to Texas A&M, the quarterback competition only heats up down the line. Advertisement Related: Experts Predict Breakout Season for New Aggies Wideout Related: 4-Star Edge Cancels Texas A&M Official Visit This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 13, 2025, where it first appeared.
