Texas A&M’s weekend spans undefeated women’s soccer at 2-0-2, a veteran-led volleyball opener vs. Minnesota with 96.8% of last year’s kills returning, and a freshmen-to-pro pipeline with Aggies buzzing in the NFL preseason. Trinity Buchanan and Taylor Jernigan fueled the rally at Ellis Field, while A&M’s basketball newcomer Eemil Martinez joins a guard rotation eager to press, and a slate of Aggies chasing 53-man rosters litters the league.

On the field, NFL-bound Aggies highlighted the action: Jahdae Walker delivered a clutch late TD for Chicago, Demani Richardson and DeMarvin Leal logged snaps in Carolina and Pittsburgh, and Ainias Smith provided a steady Philadelphia presence with special-teams value. Braden Mann’s punting day and other camp moments underscored the franchise’s depth at several levels.

Texas A&M’s weekend wrap centers on Aggies in the NFL and the ongoing roster shuffle across the league, plus a notable college commit entering the Aggies’ fold. Ali Dibba’s addition to McMillan’s 15-man roster stands out, signaling a new guard/wing dynamic as Dibba posted 17.2 ppg at SIU and earned a waiver for an extra season. In the NFL, the weekend highlighted a mix of Aggies on active rosters and preseason standouts, including DBs and WRs who flashed in limited action as teams paraded young talent ahead of final cuts.

Key health news hit Panthers pass-rusher Nic Scourton, who suffered a collapsed lung in a joint practice with the Texans and could miss game action to start the season. Other Aggies saw time across several games: Saints’ Jayden Peevy and Jaguars’ Antonio Johnson mixed in on defense; Eagles’ Ainias Smith showed a splash, while Browns’ Trayveon Williams and Steelers’ DeMarvin Leal logged snaps on offense and defense. The weekend also noted roster churn for veteran Aggies across multiple clubs and the evolving 53-man picture as August 27 nears.

The waiver wire for Week 17 presents several intriguing options for fantasy football managers, particularly in light of injuries across various teams.

Jaylon Carlies of the Indianapolis Colts emerges as a top target if E.J. Speed remains sidelined. The Buffalo Bills also face defensive challenges, creating opportunities for players in linebacker and safety positions.

Other notable mentions include Owen Pappoe from the Arizona Cardinals and Jacoby Windmon of the Carolina Panthers, both of whom could see increased playing time due to injuries on their respective teams.

In a recent game against the New Orleans Saints, Carolina Panthers safety Xavier Woods received a fine of $16,883 for a dangerous hit on wide receiver Chris Olave, who has now been placed on injured reserve. Woods defended his actions, stating he aimed for Olave's shoulder, but this incident adds to his history of similar penalties.

Additionally, teammate Demani Richardson was fined $4,463 for a hit on another defenseless receiver. Despite this, Richardson has emerged as a key player for the Panthers' defense in recent weeks.

Ernest Jones made an impressive debut for the Seattle Seahawks, playing every snap and leading with 15 tackles, enhancing his IDP value. Meanwhile, Haason Reddick returned from a holdout, showing promise for the rest of the season.

In other news, several linebackers and safeties are stepping up due to injuries on their teams, including Jordan Hicks for the Cleveland Browns and Christian Elliss for the New England Patriots, both of whom are expected to play significant roles moving forward.