Aggies Shake Up Roster: Records, Recruits & Departures

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A&M’s Centerfielder Charging Toward Legendary Records

Caden Sorrell has emerged as the Texas A&M baseball sensation of 2026. After a sophomore season hampered by injuries, the center fielder has stormed through the first 31 games, blasting 16 home runs and driving in 51 RBIs—an average of a homer every other outing. His current pace threatens Daylan Holt’s storied 1999 marks of 34 homers and 105 RBIs. Beyond his power numbers, Sorrell’s defensive prowess in center field has been stellar. With more postseason plate appearances looming, he stands a real shot at rewriting Aggie history and climbing MLB Draft boards.

If this keeps up, Sorrell might need to install a new trophy case just for balls he’s launched over the fence. It’s almost cruel: the poor guy probably wakes up expecting to break camp, only to smash one over the scoreboard instead. Coaches are frantically recalculating batting order cards like they’re plotting world domination. If baseball had a superhero franchise, Sorrell would be the guy in spandex with a bat for an arm, rescuing the team one mammoth shot at a time. Meanwhile, Daylan Holt is probably hiding under his old baseball cap, praying no one mentions the ’99 season ever again.


Four-Star Wideout Sets April Date to Choose Aggies

Jaden Upshaw, a 4-star wide receiver from Leesburg, Georgia, has trimmed his final four college football options to Texas A&M, Alabama, Florida, and Miami. He’ll announce his decision on April 15. Ranked as the 12th wideout nationally and the fifth-best player in Georgia’s 2027 class, Upshaw amassed 125 catches for 1,964 yards and 22 touchdowns over three high school seasons. He impressed scouts with his timing, versatility, and aggressive play despite not boasting elite size or track-star speed. His official visit to College Station is set for May 29.

Nothing says “I’m still weighing my options” like posting a firm commitment date and taking a leisurely trip to College Station. Upshaw’s on-again, off-again recruitment is the sporting equivalent of a Netflix binge: you know it’s coming, but you’re still left guessing until the very end. Coaches across the land are nervously refreshing browser tabs, hoping their program gets the final text. Meanwhile, Texas A&M’s receiving corps is prepping waterslides and welcome mats—just in case. Rumor has it they’ve already buffed the stadium turf to coax him in.


Guard on the Move: Holloway Enters Transfer Portal

After one season in College Station, guard Josh Holloway plans to enter the transfer portal on April 7. The former zero-star recruit played two seasons at Samford under coach Bucky McMillan before following him to Texas A&M. In 2025–26, Holloway averaged 4.6 points, 1.8 assists, and contributed a notable 12-point, four-rebound, three-assist performance off the bench in the NCAA Tournament Round of 32. Despite solid efficiency—shooting 50.5% from the field and 40% from deep—his minutes dipped from 23.0 per game at Samford to 13.4 at A&M. With roster spots tight, he’s hunting for a place that offers a bigger role.

Nothing says “I enjoyed my stay, thanks for the memories” like a port of call so brief you might’ve missed it while ordering snacks. Holloway’s transfer announcement is NCAA theater at its finest—exit stage left, applause, maybe a tearful hug. The Aggies are left passing around the participation trophies for guard minutes, while Holloway scours the country for a fresh soapbox. One can only assume he’s updating his highlight reel between sips of protein shake and googling “Where do the cool guards go?” Stay tuned, because the transfer carousel never takes a break.


Top Tackle Recruit Names His Final Four Schools

Five-star offensive tackle Mark Matthews has trimmed his recruitment to Texas A&M, LSU, Miami, and Georgia but hasn’t set an announcement date. The Florida native (6’5″, 300 lbs) boasts elite athleticism despite beginning football only as a high school freshman. Ranked the nation’s top OT and Florida’s top prospect, Matthews visited College Station and praised Texas A&M’s coaching staff. Landing him would bolster coach Mike Elko’s 2027 class, already ranked No.1, and add a third five-star recruit alongside top-20 tackles DeMarrion Johnson and Kaeden Scott.

Recruiting these days feels like online dating: endless profiles, swiping left on those who can’t bench-press your hopes, and scheduling visits hoping it’ll “just feel right.” Matthews is browsing the biggest campus catalogs: Kyle Field, Death Valley, The Swamp, and Sanford Stadium. Somewhere between complimentary facility tours and free T-shirts, he’ll pick his forever home. Meanwhile, Texas A&M fans are practicing their acceptance speeches in the mirror—just in case the 6’5” giant sends a “It’s you” text.


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