Ashton Bethel-Roman is emerging as a bona fide breakout candidate for Texas A&M in 2025, pushing for a starting spot as preseason wraps up. His elite speed and fluid route running give Marcel Reed a plausible deep target as the Aggies rebuild a WR room built on speed, quickness, and separation.

The sophomore’s background adds intrigue: he joined TAMU after flipping from Arkansas, and his father, Mark Roman, starred at LSU and spent years in the NFL. LSU has been a talking point since his transfer, including a potential Death Valley meeting. Texas A&M’s WR corps also features KC Concepcion and Mario Craver from the portal, with Bethel-Roman flashing the traits teams crave in the spring game and practice alike.

Johnny Manziel, former Texas A&M quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner, is making a comeback of sorts on Fox's reality series, 'Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test.' The show will feature Manziel alongside other celebrities, including former NFL players like Randall Cobb and Eric Decker, as they take on rigorous challenges mimicking special forces training. This season, which premieres on September 25, showcases not just Manziel’s resilience but also highlights the diverse backgrounds of the celebrities involved.

Manziel's journey from college superstar to NFL draft pick for the Cleveland Browns has been tumultuous, and his participation in this show could be a pivotal moment in reshaping his public persona. With the Texas Longhorns starting as the top-ranked team in the coaches' preseason poll, Manziel's return to the spotlight adds an intriguing layer to the college football narrative this season.

As the 2025 MLB Draft approaches, anticipation is building for fresh talent to enter the league, particularly for the Houston Astros, who hold the No. 21 overall pick. The Astros are eyeing Jace LaViolette, a power-hitting outfielder from Texas A&M, as a potential future star. His impressive college stats include 29 home runs in his sophomore year and 18 in his junior year. However, LaViolette's drop in batting average from .305 to .258 has raised concerns. Despite this, Bleacher Report's Joel Reuter likens him to a more athletic version of Adam Dunn, suggesting he possesses the requisite skills and potential to be a valuable addition to the Astros' roster in a few years.

Five-star linebacker Cooper Witten has emerged as a top recruit in the 2027 class, drawing significant attention from Texas A&M, where he has praised defensive coordinator Jay Bateman. Witten's impressive skill set includes both linebacker and tight end capabilities, showcasing a mix of speed and defensive prowess that has fueled his recruitment. In his junior season, he recorded substantial stats on both sides of the ball, making him a dual threat.

Bateman, despite losing play-calling duties, remains a strong recruiter, helping secure high-profile prospects for the Aggies. With Witten's strong performance and Bateman's coaching reputation, the relationship could lead to a fruitful future for Texas A&M in securing elite talent for their defense.