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BREAKING: Cy Fair DL and Under Armour All-American commits to Texas A&M
From the maroon and white, to the maroon and white.
Cy Fair defensive lineman Landon Rink decided to shut his recruitment down today and committed to Texas A&M.
The 4-star Bobcat committed to the Aggies over Ohio State and Oklahoma Wednesday. So, what was it that helped the Aggies earn Rink's commitment?
“Every time I went up there, it was like one big family. They already treated me like family, even though I wasn’t there,” Rink said. “I love Coach (Sean) Spence, Coach Tony (Jerod-Eddie), Coach (Jay) Bateman and Coach (Mike) Elko. They’re all coaches I want to play for, and I’m going to put everything I have on the field for them.”
The Aggies are under a new regime under new coach Mike Elko, who has brought an intense culture to the Aggie football program and Rink is excited for it.
“Coach Elko is bringing in a great attitude and culture to the program," he said. "Once they get that attitude that he’s trying to get there, there is no one who can stop them.”
Elko brought in DL coach Sean Spence, who has had NFL coaching experience, which really meant a lot to Rink.
“Coach Spence has coached so many NFL guys, so the development is obviously there,” he said. “Their defense fits me perfectly and they want me to play the 3-technique and big end, which I’m excited about.”
Now committed, the future Aggie plans on focusing on a big senior year aiming to get 20 sacks while playing for his Dad who is on the staff for the Bobcats.
“It’s pretty awesome to be able to play for my Dad and have him by my side,” he said. “He’s been coaching me up since I was young, helping me get to where I am today. I’m ready to enjoy my senior year with him.”
The path for the Under Armour All-American is paved maroon and white all the way down Highway 249 to College Station.
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The 2023 Tax Act Texas Bowl kicks off Wednesday at 8 pm at NRG Stadium on ESPN as Texas A&M faces off against No. 20 Oklahoma State.
The game has an old Southwest Conference feel as dozens of Texas High School stars will headline the end of year contest for the pair of programs.
Leading up to the game, Texas A&M has been in the headlines as Duke coach Mike Elko has taken over the Aggie program. Elijah Robinson will serve as the interim coach for Texas A&M, before taking his new defensive coordinator job at Syracuse University.
The portal has also been a huge storyline leading up to the game. The Aggies have had 18 players from this season’s roster enter the portal since September. Oklahoma State has eight athletes in the portal to date.
One of the most tenured coaches in college football is Oklahoma State’s Mike Gundy, who enters his 19th bowl game. Gundy has been a constant for the Cowboys having also played QB for the Pokes.
The state of Texas will be well represented in the game.
The most prolific is Oklahoma State’s Ollie Gordon III from Euless Trinity High School. The sophomore rushed for over 1,600 yards and 20 touchdowns and won the Doak Walker Award – given to the top RB in college football. QB Alan Bowman of Grapevine High, threw for over 3,000 yards and 15 scores.
Katy’s Cole Birmingham, Austin Kawecki of Frisco Lebanon Trail and Argyle’s Preston Wilson anchor the OL, while SA Roosevelt’s Rashod Owens was the team’s leading WR.
On defense, DBs Cam Smith (Braswell High) and Korie Black (Waco Connally) patrol the secondary, while Kody Walterscheid of Muenster and Nickolas Martin of Pleasant Grove anchors the front seven.
For the Aggies, Noah Thomas of Clear Springs will be heavily featured with the departures, while Rueben Owens of El Campo could have a break-out bowl game as a freshman. Katy Taylor’s Bryce Foster and Max Wright start up front at OL and TE. Layden Robinson of Manvel also stars on the OL. Brothers Dametrious Crownover and Earnest Crownover of Grandview High will also have their names called on the broadcast.
The defense is loaded with Texans. Albert Regis of LaPorte High and DJ Hicks of Paetow will lead the way up front. Shemar Turner of DeSoto and Katy’s Malick Sylla come off the edge. Taurean York of Temple had a massive season as a freshman this season. The secondary is led by Jayvon Thomas of South Oak Cliff, Bryce Anderson of Beaumont Westbrook and Shiner’s Dalton Brooks. The Woodlands’ Martrell Harris could get some snaps.
Stay tuned as some of Texas' finest show out Wednesday night back in the Lone Star State.