Texas vs Texas A&M Free Picks, Free College Football Picks, College Football Predictions 11/30/24
- J.A. Cavalier
- Nov 30, 2024
- 3 min read
TEXAS @ TEXAS A&M (TEX -5.5, 49)
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LONGHORNS @ AGGIES 11/30/24
In the annals of college football, the enduring rivalry between Texas and Texas A&M is truly a chronicle to behold. The two teams first locked horns back in 1903, and have played 109 times before their annual showdown was halted in 2011. That was due to Texas A&M’s move to the SEC.
Now, set to breathe new life into their historic competition, the No. 3 Longhorns and the No. 20 Aggies are preparing for another epic encounter this Saturday night in College Station. At stake? A coveted spot in the SEC Championship Game against No. 7 Georgia.
This renewed clash comes as Texas, following in the footsteps of Texas A&M, embarks on its first season in the SEC, having exited the Big 12. Aggies coach, Mike Elko, admitted that the rekindling of this match-up was seemingly inevitable once the Longhorns declared their move to the SEC.
The Longhorns, fresh off a solid 31-14 victory over Kentucky, are riding a four-game winning streak. Equally motivated, the Aggies seek redemption after a narrow loss at Auburn and a disappointing defeat to South Carolina. Elko and the Aggies are fortunate they can still make the SEC title game despite the two losses.
The rivalry is more than just tradition and bragging rights. It could define the College Football Playoff (CFP) landscape. While a loss for Texas A&M would end their CFP dreams, Texas could still potentially make the playoffs, even if they fall to the Aggies, depending on other results.
Texas coach Steve Sarkisian understands that while rivalries are captivating due to the build-up and thrill, victory is ultimately achieved through execution and smart play. The upcoming game will test their abilities to handle intense moments, and their preparation will be key.
Despite being hampered by an ankle injury against Kentucky, Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers is set to start against the Aggies. His team will likely continue to depend heavily on their surging rushing attack, led by Quintrevion Wisner and Jaydon Blue.
The Aggies, on the other hand, led by dual-threat quarterback Marcel Reed, are eager to prove their mettle against a Texas offense touted by Elko as the best they've faced this season. The Longhorns rank third in the nation in scoring defense allowing just 12.1 points per game. Neither Texas nor Texas A&M has been all that great against the number this season. The Longhorns are 5-5 ATS and the Aggies are 3-7 ATS on the season.
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Game Total UNDER 49
Texas has one of the top defenses in the nation. Aggies head coach Mike Elko is known as a defensive guru. The Horns’ running game is cranking up and with Quinn Ewers ankle injury, Texas will continue to rely on the run. The Texas defense allows just 12.1 points per game. The Longhorns have allowed more than 20 points just twice in their last 10 games. The Under has cashed in 6 of the Longhorns last 7 games. There have been 15 games this season where a ranked team has been a home underdog. The Under is 11-4 so far.
