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07-08-2025
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Previewing the 2025 season for Texas A&M TE Theo Melin Öhrström with his player profile
As we gear up for the 2025 football season, Aggies Wire is breaking down every player on the Texas A&M roster. Throughout the preseason, each profile will highlight a player's background, their recruiting rankings upon graduating from high school, and their projected role under head coach Mike Elko. There was significant turnover at the tight end position, with several players either graduating or transferring out of Aggieland. The only returning player with meaningful game experience in the current system is Theo Melin Öhrström, otherwise known as 'Thor.' Coach Elko had to hit the portal to add experience and depth, creating competition at the position as Coach Klein's offense requires a variety of tight end types. Öhrström is entering his fourth season at A&M after spending most of his early career on special teams. In 2024, he played in all 13 games, recording 10 catches for 184 yards and two touchdowns. His breakout performance came against New Mexico State, where he hauled in five catches for 111 yards—making him the first Aggie tight end since 2018 to eclipse 100 receiving yards in a single game. Preseason Player Profile Hometown: Stockholm, Sweden Height: 6-6 Weight: 265 lbs. Class in 2025: Junior Recruiting Rankings (Class of 2022) National: No. 216 Position (TE): No. 6 Sweden: No. 1 The former four-star recruit was the top-rated player out of Sweden, known for his impressive size and athleticism. He drew interest from several Power Five programs, though, like many international prospects, the lack of top-tier competition was a concern. Adjusting to SEC-level play required development, especially in his in-line blocking skills. Depth Chart Outlook Depending on how offensive coordinator Collin Klein evolves the scheme, expect plenty of two-tight end sets featuring a pass-catcher and a traditional blocker. On passing downs, it'll likely be between transfer Amari Niblack and Öhrström, though Niblack holds a slight edge in explosiveness and experience. That said, anticipate a heavy rotation among all four tight ends until someone separates from the pack. Contact/Follow us @AggiesWire on X and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Texas A&M news, notes, and opinions. Follow Jarrett Johnson on X: @whosnextsports1. This article originally appeared on Aggies Wire: Texas A&M tight end Theo Melin Öhrström 2025 player profile
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06-08-2025
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Texas A&M freshman TE is already turning heads this preseason
Texas A&M's 2025 tight end rotation is much deeper compared to last season, and while junior Theo Melin Öhrström is the only returning player from the 2024 rotation, transfers Micah Riley, Nate Boerkircher, and Amari Niblack bring a blend of blocking and receiving that will help protect and increase starting quarterback Marcel Reed's production through the air. During the first two preseason practices this week, Niblack has stood out due to his speed and quickness in the seam. Still, freshman tight end Kiotti Armstrong, who is currently listed at 6'6" and 265 pounds, has become one of the more intriguing players on the roster and could be in line to see the field as soon as the 2025 season opener vs. UTSA. On Thursday, during basic blocking drills, Armstrong's strength and defensive line-like build were on full display. If his high school film tells us anything, the Jasper, Texas native is already an above-average receiver who can gain chunk yards after the catch, which is impressive given his size. During his time at Jasper HS, Armstrong reeled in 68 receptions for 1,026 yards and 18 touchdowns, including 683 yards and seven touchdowns during his 2024 senior season. Looking back at Texas A&M's most recent success with tight ends in the passing game, it last came during the 2021 season when Jalen Wydermeyer led the Aggies with 515 yards, while the memorable 2018 season featured one-year Kansas transfer TE Jace Sterberger netting a team-high 832 yards and 10 touchdowns. Armstrong is two inches taller than both players while possessing an NFL-level build. "The sky is the limit" is highly overused, but in Armstrong's case, coach Mike Elko and OC Collin Klein may have found the next Jace Sternberger, but he'll be with the program for more than one season. 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 TE Kiotti Armstrong is a name to watch during preseason camp
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06-08-2025
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Highlights from Texas A&M's 5th preseason practice on Monday night
Texas A&M's fifth practice of the preseason took place on Monday night, as several players, mainly on offense, stood out, including freshman wide receiver Jerome Myles, while starting quarterback Marcel Reed and likely backup signal caller Miles O'Neill worked on 15-to-20-yard passes, both performing above average, which is expected during any practice. 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 Contact/Follow us @AggiesWire on X 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: Highlights from Texas A&M's 5th preseason practice on Monday night
