Texas A&M Reloads: Coach Elko Assembling Another Powerhouse Class Post-2022 Recruiting Triumph
College Station, TX — July 2025
Following Texas A&M’s historic 2022 recruiting class—the highest-rated in modern college football history—new head coach Mike Elko is now crafting yet another elite roster, signaling the beginning of a new era of dominance in Aggieland.
The 2022 class, headlined by names like Walter Nolen, Evan Stewart, and Shemar Stewart, was a generational haul under former head coach Jimbo Fisher. Though that group laid the foundation, it’s Elko’s steady leadership and defensive-minded approach that’s now drawing a fresh wave of elite talent to College Station.
Elko, who took the reins in late 2023 following Fisher’s departure, has quickly restored focus and energy around the program. Known for his disciplined style and NFL-caliber defensive schemes, Elko’s influence is resonating deeply with recruits and their families. Texas A&M’s 2025 class is currently ranked No. 3 nationally, per 247Sports Composite, and rising fast.
Among the headliners is five-star linebacker Malik Henderson out of Georgia, a hybrid playmaker who’s been compared to former Aggie Von Miller for his explosiveness off the edge. Also committed is elite quarterback prospect Jalen Whitmore from California, who chose the Aggies over USC and Alabama. The class features a national flavor, with commits from Florida, Ohio, and even a Scandinavian connection in tight end Kasper Lindholm from Sweden, continuing the Aggies’ trend of international scouting.
“Our pitch is simple: compete at the highest level, get developed like a pro, and win championships in the SEC,” Elko said at a recent media session. “This isn’t a rebuild—it’s a reload.”
Backed by a $120 million investment into facilities, cutting-edge NIL opportunities through the 12th Man+ Collective, and one of the loudest fanbases in the country, Texas A&M is proving once again that it’s a destination for elite talent. With Elko at the helm, the Aggies aren’t just chasing past glories—they’re building a future dynasty.
