Positional matchups: Breaking down Texas A&M football’s positions vs. Missouri

Let’s get specific: how exactly do the positional groups for Texas A&M football match up with Missouri?

Sep 28, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA;  Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Nic Scourton (11) celebrates with Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Shemar Turner (5) during the first half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Sep 28, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Nic Scourton (11) celebrates with Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Shemar Turner (5) during the first half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images | Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
2 of 2

Positional matchups for Texas A&M football vs. Mizzou: A&M pass game vs. Tiger pass defense

This is the toughest thing to predict. The quarterback selection will have cascading effects here. I think if it’s Reed we see, this is a decided advantage for the Tigers; if we see Weigman, this is closer to a push. I’ll have to split the difference here.

Matchup advantage: Tigers by 3

Positional matchups for Texas A&M football vs. Mizzou: A&M run game vs. Tiger run defense

This one is a little closer. The Aggies have had a solid run game this season, even when teams have committed completely irresponsible numbers of players to the box. Missouri has been stout up front, though, and it could be tough sledding if they take that same tack. I’ll give a slight edge to the Tigers here.

Matchup advantage: Tigers by 1

Positional matchups for Texas A&M football vs. Mizzou: A&M OL vs. Tiger pass rush

Mizzou has not exactly been prolific at producing pressure so far, which makes sense given who they lost off of last year’s squad. However, there are still some points of worry for the Aggie offensive line, especially given the recent injury report for the Ags. A&M’s sack rate allowed has been excellent, though, and both Weigman and Reed have done a great job avoiding sacks when pressure does get home.

Matchup advantage: Aggies by 2

Schedule

Schedule